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Saic

Executive Protection Agent

Saic, Reston, Virginia, United States, 22090


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Executive Protection Agent

will provide for the welfare, physical protection, and security of a high-profile client by performing armed and/or unarmed executive protection assignments.This position is located in Reston VA, up to 50% travel required.Duties and Responsibilities:Provide close protection and other security-related functions for the client during domestic and/or international assignments.Perform protective advance planning and threat vulnerability assessments.Transport the client and/or family members to events and appointments, using evasive and/or defensive driving tactics, as needed.Effectively manage the client and/or their family/representative requests against the need to ensure all safety and security precautions.Respond to emergencies as needed.Deescalate tense situations or individuals that arise at the principal's office, residence and/or events.Communicate vulnerabilities or safety concerns in a timely manner.Lead counter surveillance operations.Complete suspicious activity reports, incident reports, shift logs, pattern of life reports, medical treatment reports, and other administrative requirements.Ensure vehicle is always in clean and safe operating conditions.Assist with protection schedules and team assignments.Operate and maintain protective, operations, and communications equipment.Promptly identify and escalate deficiencies/failures.Assist with and conduct site profile assessments of SAIC facilities in coordination with the Unclassified Security Operations Program.Serve as an auxiliary investigator on Corporate Security related investigations.Provide protective services for the company executives, members of the Board of Directors.Plan, coordinate, and ensure personal protection throughout facilities, residences, off-site events, and ground and air transportation.Extensive advance work, traveling both domestic and internationally.All other duties, as assigned.QualificationsRequired Education and Qualifications:High School Diploma or equivalent and minimum eleven (11) years of relevant experience.Must have a current Virginia Dept. of Criminal Justice Services registration for Armed Personal Protection Specialist.Must be able to acquire a Top Secret Security Clearance.Travel required up to 50%, both OCONUS and CONUS.US Citizenship Required.Candidates must qualify for the Department of Homeland Security’s Global Entry Program.Must possess a current Driver’s License with a clean record.Must possess a valid passport and able to travel domestically and internationally.AED/ CPR certification.Experience dealing with workplace violence issues and training.Preferred Qualifications:Completion of formal course work leading to a certification in executive protection.Completion of a formal Executive Protection Driving Course (i.e. Tony Scotti, VDI, BSR).Experience in a corporate environment providing close protection in a civilian capacity with regular interaction in support of senior executives.Experience operating internationally in a security capacity.Possess a Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act (LEOSA), HR 218 permit.

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