Executive Protection Program Manager

Executive Protection Program ManagerLeidos Security Operations is seeking an experienced and mission-driven Executive Protection Program Manager to lead protective operations for our executive leadership team within a high-security, high-compliance defense industry environment. This role will ensure the safety, security, and operational continuity of executives during domestic and international travel, corporate events, and site visits.The Executive Protection Manager will work closely with threat intelligence, corporate security, cybersecurity, and compliance teams to ensure that protective measures meet operational needs.The job is based at Leidos Global Headquarters in Reston, Virginia.Primary ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Chief Security Officer, the selectee will be responsible for:Lead and manage executive protection operations for the CEO, executive leadership team, and Board of Director members in alignment with corporate security protocols and U.S. government regulations.Recruiting, training, and leading a three-person team comprised of two protection professionals and one executive driver ensuring training, readiness, and operational discipline.Conduct threat, vulnerability, and risk assessments for all executive-attended events, movements, external meetings, and site visits to ensure their safety.Engaging and collaborating cross-functionally on event and travel schedules and planning to ensure robust protection of key stakeholders.Coordinate closely with security analysts, Global Resilience security, and government security agencies to ensure accurate situational awareness.Coordinating, budgeting, and managing contracted external services and assessments in support of the Executive Protection Program.Planning, and executing the Program's operational budget.Assessing, documenting, implementing and enforcing use of force practices, armed protection requirements, and training curriculum as well as proposing changes to policies, procedures, and playbooks related to the Program.Integrate cybersecurity and physical security considerations into all executive protection planning.Ensuring all protection operations comply with company policies and legal requirements while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and discretion.Provide executive leadership with discreet situational intelligence briefings on relevant geopolitical, terrorism, and criminal threats.Basic QualificationsBachelors degree and 8+ years of executive protection, preferably with corporate security experience, with 3+ years in a leadership or management role. Additional years experience may be used in lieu of a degree.Experience supporting executives or high-value assets in sensitive environments.Completion of a recognized executive protection training courseStrong working knowledge of threat assessment, advance planning, emergency medical response, and protective operations in compliance-heavy industries.Proven ability to coordinate with U.S. government security agencies (DSS, FBI, DHS, etc.) and understand relevant security clearance protocols.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to brief senior executives and collaborate at all levels.Current CPR and AED medical certifications.Valid driver's license with clean driving record; defensive/evasive driving training.Willingness to travel (including OCONUS) and work some non-standard hours based on executive requirements.Must meet all Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services Personal Protection Specialist requirements with the ability to successfully achieve certifications in armed and unarmed personal protection specialist as well as basic and advanced handgunProven ability to maintain composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff, and the public, including under conditions of urgency and in high-pressure situationsMust be physically fit to provide protective coverage during physically taxing activitiesKnowledge of unarmed self-defense tactics (use of force)Must be a US citizen with ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearancePossess superior critical thinking skills, analytic ability, creativity, keen attention to detail, and problem-solving skills to address unanticipated issuesProven ability as a self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team to deliver high value customer supportPreferred QualificationsCurrent Top Secret security clearanceBachelor's degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, or related fieldExperience at the senior organizational level leading dynamic teamsExperience integrating protective intelligence, cyber threat data, and physical security operationsActive Paramedic, First Responder, and Emergency Medical Technician certificationsExperience operating security camera systems/CCTV, access control, and alarm systemsExperience responding to workplace violence issuesDe-escalation trainingPossess a valid Virginia concealed handgun permit or be eligible to carry under the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act or HR218Technical Surveillance Counter Measures experienceOpen-source intelligence training or experienceIf you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. 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