Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Are you interested in joining an organization with a global reach? At Concentric, "We Manage Risk Everywhere to Keep People Safe." If you are passionate about intelligence, risk analysis, threat management, executive protection, security operations, or business resiliency, Concentric may be the organization you've been searching for!

Concentric is a risk consultancy specializing in delivering strategic security and intelligence services. We provide holistic, intelligent security solutions for private clients and corporations globally. Concentric offers strategic advisory services, risk assessments, physical protection, threat intelligence, open-source monitoring, program audits, secure embedded staffing, and training for security teams and intelligence analysts.

Our ultimate goal is to be recognized as the most innovative, capable, and trusted Risk Management partner in the world, and we do this by following these core values:

Integrity – Collaboration - Relationships – Excellence – Creativity - Results

We are currently looking to hire an Executive Protection Specialist to join our team (embedded with our client in Santa Clara, CA)! This position allows for hybrid work arrangements from the Santa Clara/San Jose, CA areas. Our client's HQ is located in Santa Clara, CA.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The focus of this position is safeguarding the principals from safety and security hazards, both in domestic and international locations. The job requires a high level of personal integrity and honesty, confidentiality, good judgment, problem-solving skills, often under pressure, and the ability to follow instructions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safeguards principals from all forms of security and safety hazards
• Advance work:
  -Conducts site surveys for events ranging from casual to Head of State level events
  -Coordinates logistics and plans all details relating to the physical location, including movements in, out, and around the site, while preparing for emergencies and other contingencies
• Primary principal driver:
  -Operates vehicle in a safe and comfortable manner
  -Prepare routes in advance, including alternate routes
  -Conducts vehicle checks for cleanliness, functionality, and fuel level
• Follow driver:
  -Follows principal vehicle and provides security coverage on the road
  -Identifies threats and intervenes along the route when appropriate
  -Renders aid in the event of accidents and other safety hazards
• Close-in protection:
  -Provides security coverage for principals, guests, and others in a professional and courteous manner while in compliance with policy, procedures, and principal preferences
• Liaison:
  -Coordinates with internal staff and department heads when providing common support during principal activities and events
• Communications:
  -Communicate appropriately with all principals and stakeholders
  -Writes reports and delivers oral and written briefings
• Physical Security:
  -Standing at a static post or a walking patrol
  -Providing escorts
  -Other responsibilities as assigned by the Sr. Director of Executive Protection
• Supervisory Responsibilities:
  -Routinely manage contract vendors
• Budget Responsibilities:
  -May be asked to provide insight or collect information for budget activities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk, hear, use hands/manual dexterity and fingers to handle or touch/sense, and reach and stretch with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, night vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• May be required to climb or balance, crouch, squat, kneel, stoop, or crawl.
• May be required to have a sense of taste and smell.
• Ability to occasionally run or sprint.
• Ability to swim 25 meters, unassisted and without a flotation device

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3-5 years of related security experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to work collectively and collaboratively
• Ability to obtain a firearm permit for concealed carry and carry a firearm
• Must obtain a guard card
• Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• This position requires the availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• May be asked to work with limited notice, based on client needs
• This position requires up to 25-30% travel.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior Law Enforcement or Military experience with HR218 certification
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote and Outlook
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• 100% Employer paid medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Medical selection of PPO or HDHP, including HSA employer contribution
• Medical FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Employer-paid insurance: life, STD, LTD, and AD&D
• 401k including employer match & immediate vesting
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid leave (vacation, sick, parental)
• Annual Health & Wellness Benefit
• Generous Fertility/Adoption benefit
• National Discount Employee program
• Employee Assistance Program for personal needs
• Access to Learning Management System

San Jose, Pay Range

$150,000—$150,000 USD

Concentric acknowledges the systemic barriers in the security industry and recognizes that removing those barriers will require a collaborative and conscious effort. Concentric is committed to programs and initiatives around diversity, equity, and inclusion that better our organization and our greater community. We are creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. 

Concentric Advisors is committed to protecting the privacy and security of all applicants who submit personal information to us. You can access our GDPR and CCPA policy by clicking the GDPR button at the bottom of our career page.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Contract work, Casual work, Immediate start, Currently hiring, Night shift, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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