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Tanium

Executive Protection Agent - FOG

Addison, TX · On-site

... close protection and estate security for the CEO's immediate family, the Executive Chairman, and ... CPR/First Aid/AED required * Valid Driver's License * TX CPL required * Preferred Job ...

Tanium

Executive Protection Agent - FOG

Addison, TX · On-site

... close protection and estate security for the CEO's immediate family, the Executive Chairman, and ... CPR/First Aid/AED required * Valid Driver's License * TX CPL required * Preferred Job ...

Tanium

Executive Protection Agent - FOG

Addison, TX · On-site

... close protection and estate security for the CEO's immediate family, the Executive Chairman, and ... CPR/First Aid/AED required * Valid Driver's License * TX CPL required * Preferred Job ...

Tanium

Executive Protection Agent - FOG

Addison, TX · On-site

... close protection and estate security for the CEO's immediate family, the Executive Chairman, and ... CPR/First Aid/AED required * Valid Driver's License * TX CPL required * Preferred Job ...

Tanium

Executive Protection Agent - FOG

Addison, TX · On-site

... close protection and estate security for the CEO's immediate family, the Executive Chairman, and ... CPR/First Aid/AED required * Valid Driver's License * TX CPL required * Preferred Job ...

Tanium

Executive Protection Agent - FOG

Addison, TX · On-site

... close protection and estate security for the CEO's immediate family, the Executive Chairman, and ... CPR/First Aid/AED required * Valid Driver's License * TX CPL required * Preferred Job ...

SpaceX

Physical Security Specialist

Bastrop, TX · On-site

Conduct executive protection operations and provide close protection for senior leadership as ... Valid driver's license * Ability to obtain and maintain an FAA Part 107 Drone license * Ability to ...

Private Client

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Bodyguard - Contract Position (Travel Required)

Dallas, TX · On-site

$250 - $450/day

Serve as a protective/security driver when required * Accompany clients on domestic and ... Close Protection * Diplomatic or Dignitary Protection * Corporate Security * Military or Special ...

Future Ventures

Physical Security Specialist

Bastrop, TX · On-site

$120 - $190/hr

Conduct executive protection operations and provide close protection for senior leadership as ... Valid driver's license * Ability to obtain and maintain an FAA Part 107 Drone license * Ability to ...

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How much do close protection driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for close protection driver in Texas is $22.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $25.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a close protection driver?

Close Protection Drivers are specialized security professionals responsible for safely transporting clients, such as VIPs, executives, or celebrities, while minimizing risk and ensuring their security. They are trained in defensive and evasive driving techniques, route planning, and threat assessment to protect clients from potential dangers like attacks, surveillance, or accidents. In addition to expert driving, they often work closely with personal security teams to coordinate logistics and maintain a high level of situational awareness during all movements.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a close protection driver?

To thrive as a Close Protection Driver, you need advanced driving skills, security awareness, and often a background in law enforcement or military, with qualifications like an SIA Close Protection license. Familiarity with armored vehicles, GPS navigation systems, and defensive driving techniques is typically required. Excellent situational awareness, discretion, and strong communication skills help you remain calm and effective under pressure. These abilities are crucial to ensuring the safety and swift evacuation of clients in high-risk or potentially hostile environments.

What are common challenges faced by close protection drivers and how are they addressed?

Close Protection Drivers often encounter challenges such as navigating high-traffic areas, adapting to rapidly changing threat levels, and maintaining discretion while ensuring client safety. These challenges are addressed through rigorous route planning, ongoing risk assessment, and constant communication with the close protection team. Drivers participate in regular training to stay proficient in defensive and evasive driving techniques, and they coordinate closely with security personnel to respond swiftly to any potential threats.

What is the difference between Close Protection Driver vs Security Chauffeur?

AspectClose Protection DriverSecurity Chauffeur
CredentialsDriver's license, security clearance, defensive driving certificationDriver's license, defensive driving certification
Work EnvironmentHigh-security, client protection, often in unpredictable situationsLuxury transportation, corporate or VIP clients, routine routes
Employer & IndustrySecurity firms, private clients, government agenciesLuxury car services, corporate fleets, VIP transport

While both roles involve driving high-profile clients, a Close Protection Driver focuses on security and protection, often in unpredictable environments, whereas a Security Chauffeur primarily provides luxury transportation with an emphasis on comfort and punctuality.

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Close Protection Specialist

AT-RISK International

San Antonio, TX • On-site

Other

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Description

Without direction and in accordance with defined policies and procedures, the Personal Protection Specialist carries out personal protective service assignments to ensure the safety and protect from harm to senior executives, their families, and other VIPs. Has the experience to work as a Security Driver, Workplace Violence Prevention, and Event Security support.


This is strictly an on-call, as needed/requested, and part-time position. The ideal candidate is licensed and experienced in multiple states.


Duties

  • Provide personal protective services as assigned
  • Provide static post coverage as assigned
  • Conduct security advances and route planning
  • Provide security driving and executive transportation
  • Develop and deliver special event security plans


Responsibilities

  • Protection:
    • Carries out personal protection assignments in accordance with defined policies and procedures. Duties of assignments may include static post coverage and response to crisis, planning for protective operations, administration, security advances, physical security escorts, coordination of ground transportation, medical assistance, and security driver duties.
    • As assigned, carries out tasks associated with advanced planning for visits by VIPs, including elements related to threat assessments, transportation planning, and medical or safety.
    • Helps to identify threats to individuals and coordinates with leadership to take necessary countermeasures to ensure safety of principal personnel.
    • Participates in special event planning meetings and prepares security plans for events
    • Provides necessary security support for special events
    • As assigned, coordinates with local security, law enforcement, or others to assess the safety of areas prior to the arrival of protectee(s).
  • Investigations:
    • Support investigative activities associated with persons or groups of concern impacting protected persons and the organization
    • Collaborate with protective intelligence functions to coordinate investigative efforts
    • Engage with threat assessors as necessary
  • General:
    • Submit timesheets and expense reports in a timely fashion
    • Complete all assigned administrative duties as requested
    • Attend all required initial and retraining programs as required
    • Maintain necessary licenses as required
    • Other duties as assigned


Skills Sets

  • Demonstrates an ability to carry out instructions and work with limited supervision.
  • Demonstrates an ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with executive security staff, clients, principal personnel, and a diverse population.
  • Demonstrates high ethical standards and honesty and a professional and pleasant demeanor.
  • Capable of interacting with contract security, event planners, vendors, law enforcement, and others as may be necessary for the completion of assigned duties.
  • Demonstrates an ability to follow direction, complete tasks as assigned, and provide sound judgment in the carrying out of protective details.
  • Demonstrates a clear understanding of the principles, duties, and requirements of executive protection assignments.


Experience Requirements

Suitable candidate must have 5 years of related experience in security services, military or law enforcement or suitable equivalent education plus 2 years of experience specific to executive protection.

Preference given to those who have completed an Executive Protection training academy.


General Requirements

Must possess required state or municipal licensing to provide armed personal protection services - Florida, Texas, Washington, Tennessee, Virginia, and/or Las Vegas, Nevada.

Must possess a state issued driver’s license.

Must be CPR, First Aid, AED certified.

Job may require standing, sitting, moving for extended periods of time. Exposure to extreme environmental conditions occurs occasionally. Individual may be required to travel. Ability to perform essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.