Physical Security Specialist
On-siteBastrop, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Conduct executive protection operations and provide close protection for senior leadership while performing reconnaissance and counter-surveillance to mitigate threats. Lead small teams during missions, making independent decisions in high-threat environments, and support the planning and execution of security for large-scale company events. Conduct advanced risk assessments, develop mitigation strategies for critical assets, and manage incidents with sound judgment. Maintain proficiency in protective tactics, surveillance detection, mobile operations, and emergency medicine, while serving as a liaison with law enforcement and key stakeholders. Operate small utility vehicles, drones, and watercraft across facilities and during executive movements.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 8+ years of experience in the military, law enforcement, overseas security contracting, or advanced corporate security
- 2+ years of executive protection, mobile asset protection, or emergency response team experience
- Willingness to travel on short notice (up to 30% of the time)
- Ability to effectively operate in extreme outdoor environments
- Ability and willingness to occasionally stand in a static position for extended periods
- Ability to work extended hours and a flexible schedule driven by operational needs and threat trends, including nights, weekends, and short-notice travel
- Position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing
- Position is subject to pre-employment enhanced screening, including a background check, psychological test, bi-annual physical fitness test, and a drug and alcohol test
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to obtain and maintain an FAA Part 107 Drone license
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Level III Commissioned Security Officer license and Level IV Personal Protection Officer license
- Possess or eligible for a valid state security officer license
- Eligible for a US Government security clearance
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's or advanced degree
- Certified Peace Officer
- Advanced Unit Operations or SWAT certification
- HR218 credentials (or equivalent authorization) permitting the carrying of firearms in all United States jurisdictions
- Combat medic, EMT-B, paramedic, or advanced medical emergency training (TCCC/TECC)
- Experience conducting executive protection
- Experience planning security for large-scale events
- Experience conducting reconnaissance and counter-surveillance operations
- Experience de-escalating disputes and manage conflict professionally
- Experience instructing security tactics, operations, and procedures
- Documented small unit leadership or team management experience
- Military deployment and/or counterinsurgency experience
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with executives
- Foreign language proficiency (Spanish)
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