Executive Protection Manager

Executive Protection Manager

The Executive Protection Manager provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for protective services supporting a senior executive and designated individuals. This role leads a small Executive Protection team, manages daily HQ‑based security operations, and ensures a high standard of readiness and professionalism. It is a full‑time, on‑site role at SAIC's Reston Headquarters (Monday–Friday) and must be able to respond outside standard hours for time‑sensitive protective operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise Executive Protection Agents to ensure preparedness, professional conduct, and consistent performance.
• Assign daily responsibilities/schedules, establish operational priorities, and guide team execution.
• Develop performance expectations, conduct evaluations, and support professional growth.
• Maintain a collaborative and disciplined team culture aligned with organizational standards.
• Serve as the primary HQ security point of contact, coordinating with internal stakeholders and external partners.

Protective Operations & Strategic Planning

• Establish, update, and enforce protective procedures, threat‑mitigation plans, and emergency response protocols.
• Oversee scheduling and operational alignment to guarantee full protective coverage.
• Maintain situational awareness by coordinating with law enforcement, intelligence partners, and external security entities.
• Ensure consistent on‑site presence at Reston HQ to manage emerging or routine security needs.

Executive Protection & Direct Support

• Conduct close protection activities for the principal and designated individuals, including domestic or international travel as required.
• Perform threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments and adjust security postures when needed.
• Manage secure transportation utilizing advanced defensive driving skills.
• De‑escalate or control disruptive situations in office or event environments to maintain safety.
• Represent the protection program with professionalism, restraint, and confidentiality.

Reporting & Communication

• Oversee the preparation and quality of incident reports, activity logs, assessments, and other documentation.
• Identify and promptly communicate vulnerabilities, safety concerns, or operational gaps to leadership.

Equipment, Logistics & Readiness Oversight

• Ensure security vehicles remain mission‑ready, properly maintained, and compliant with safety standards.
• Operate and manage protective, communications, and surveillance equipment to ensure full operational capability.
• Identify resource or equipment deficiencies and recommend corrective measures.

Facility Security & Corporate Integration

• Serve as the Reston HQ facility security liaison, supporting access control, visitor verification, and compliance with corporate security standards.
• Assist in organizational security investigations and provide support for broader operational needs.

Additional Duties

• Support investigative work involving corporate security interests.
• Perform other tasks required to maintain and strengthen executive protection operations.

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree and 15 years of executive protection experience, including advance planning, surveillance detection, and secure transportation. 4 additional years can be used in lieu of a degree.

5+ years of team leadership or supervisory experience within security or protection operations.

Proven ability to manage operational schedules and lead multidisciplinary teams.

Full‑time, on‑site availability at SAIC Reston HQ during core business hours.

Capability to support urgent or time‑sensitive operations outside normal hours.

Valid Virginia Guard Card and/or HR218 preferred.

Executive Protection training credential and defensive driving certification.

Demonstrated experience conducting threat assessments and site evaluations.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and strong documentation capabilities.

Ability to work under pressure while maintaining professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

Must have an interim secret clearance to start. Candidates must be able to get a Top Secret Clearance.