Executive Protection Manager - NYC
New York, New York
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Job Description:
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Job Description:
This job is responsible for the management of executive protection programs within a specific geographic region. Key responsibilities include management of transportation activity and preventative security initiatives. Job expectations include close protection duties related to bank-hosted and external events where senior leaders are present.
Conducts the Executive Protection venue security advance activities, domestically and internationally, for the CEO and his senior management team, related to personal and physical security measures. Implements the security protocols and plans for the health and safety of senior management and clients. Coordinates the security overlay with other business partners to effectively plan and execute CEO & Senior Leadership team protection and travel. Establishes and maintains relationships within Local, State, and Federal Government entities to leverage and coordinate security protocols.
Responsibilities:
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Manages threat assessments, regional risk concerns, and threat response management in close collaboration with internal teams and line of business partners
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Coordinates with event planners, throughout the event life-cycle to ensure appropriate event security support and staffing, and serve as the primary point of contact for events
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Participates in investigations and provides timely documentation related to physical security and other incidents as directed
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Manages logistics and travel arrangements for executive protection staff
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Manages expenses related to event security costs in line with objectives and budget
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Communicates event security information effectively and securely to key stakeholders
Required Qualifications:
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Minimum of 5+ years of executive protection, personal protection, dignitary protection, or related security experience.
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Prior experience in Executive Protection, Law Enforcement (preferred Federal Law Enforcement), Military Service, or other security-focused roles with demonstrated responsibility for protecting high-profile individuals, executives, or sensitive assets.
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Proven experience in Advance Security Planning, including the development, coordination, and execution of security protocols for executive travel, events, facilities, and personal protection operations.
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Demonstrated ability to identify security vulnerabilities, conduct executive protection and threat assessments, evaluate regional and local risk factors, and develop effective mitigation and crisis response strategies.
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Strong experience managing and coordinating protective intelligence, risk management, and emergency response initiatives to ensure the safety and security of protectee’s.
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Exceptional communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with law enforcement agencies, government officials, security vendors, and other key stakeholders.
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Excellent executive-level communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally and discreetly with senior leadership and high-profile individuals.
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Strong critical thinking, judgment, and decision-making capabilities, with the ability to assess complex situations, identify risks, and implement effective solutions under pressure.
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Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while maintaining a high level of accountability, professionalism, and attention to detail.
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Ability to remain calm, adaptable, and effective in dynamic environments while managing multiple priorities and responding to evolving security threats.
Skills:
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Adaptability
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Attention to Detail
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Crisis Management
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Executive Presence
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Risk Management
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Active Listening
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Critical Thinking
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Decision Making
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Prioritization
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Problem Solving
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Collaboration
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Customer and Client Focus
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Issue Management
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Relationship Building
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Written Communications
Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)
Hours Per Week:
40
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