The Security Operations Specialist is an armed professional accountable for the continuous safety of principals, family, and assets. Operating between multiple Security Operations Centers (SOCs) and in the field, the Operations Specialist anticipates, identifies, and resolves threats through proactive intelligence work, disciplined use-of-force decision making, and rapid incident leadership, while maintaining seamless coordination with EP teams, law enforcement, and critical vendors.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal security services to principals, family members, and their properties, including residences, offices, other assets, and at public events
- While working in a Security Operations Center, regularly conduct patrols to detect and prevent security breaches
- Operate and monitor access control, intrusion, and alarm systems
- Maintain situational awareness and adapt coverage during evolving events
- Conduct regular patrols to detect and prevent security breaches
- Monitor vendors and contractors at all designated sites
- Observe, report, appropriately identify, and investigate all suspicious, unusual, or significant objects and activity
- Complete required incident and intel reports
- Respond promptly to alarms and emergency situations; act as on-scene incident lead until relieved
- Carry and deploy an exposed firearm in accordance with California BSIS permit, company policy, and use of force law
- Provide emergency medical aid prior to EMS (e.g., tourniquet, CPR, AED, etc.)
- Conduct daily information gathering operations on designated subjects and disseminate information using OSINT and specialized databases
- Support Executive Protection Specialists operating in the field with live relevant protective information, as conditions evolve; update Executive Protection Specialists
- Create operations plans and compile emergency contacts for trips undertaken by principals
Additional Duties
- Familiar with defensive applications, use of lethal and less-lethal assets, and appropriate application when necessary
- Lead or assist program leads in management of various security assets and initiatives
- Maintain and enforce confidentiality of operations
- Monitor and maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion
- Stay up to date on the latest holistic security techniques and technologies
- Augment Executive Protection teams during high tempo operations
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle; execute evasive/defensive driving
- Assist with route planning and counter-surveillance routes
- Provide training to new hires
- Other duties as assigned
Skills
- Minimum of 3 years private security experience, or equivalent military and/or relevant experience
- Trained in CPR/AED/First Aid/Advanced Field Medicine; EMT+ preferred
- Defensive tactics to include appropriate use of lethal and less-lethal tools
- Ability to control and de-escalate individuals in a courteous manner, and manage situations before escalation
- Ability to work independently and make quick sound judgment calls under pressure
- Must be well-groomed and exhibit strong interpersonal skills
- Must possess strong English fluency
- Willingness to work all shifts (day, evening, overnight), all days (weekends and holidays)
- Maintain safe weapon handling at all times
- Assess situation and apply approved use-of-force continuum, up to and including lethal force when warranted
- Employ de-escalation techniques before escalating to armed intervention whenever feasible
- Flexible to work on-call and irregular hours as needed
- Basic computer knowledge
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products
- Must successfully pass motor vehicle check
- Must be able to reliably operate a motor vehicle
- Must be comfortable around animals
Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Certifications:
- BSIS Guard Card License
- California Permit for Exposed Firearm
- Valid Driver’s License
- CPR/AED