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Leadership Support Manager

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

Accreditation in executive protection or dignitary protection. * Leadership skills and the ability to mentor/coach/lead teams with varying degrees of experience and tenure. About the job As a ...

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Executive Protection Operator

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Have completed a recognized Executive Protection training program or served five or more years in a dignitary protection assignment with a federal, state, or local law enforcement agency. * Bring ...

Moffitt

ARMED SECURITY

Long Beach, CA

$19.17 - $29.21/hr

Background in dignitary protection, surveillance operations. Extensive camera, card access systems experience. Knowledge of Kronos and Accurint reporting for background investigations. Bachelor ...

Moffitt

ARMED SECURITY

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$19.17 - $29.21/hr

Background in dignitary protection, surveillance operations. Extensive camera, card access systems experience. Knowledge of Kronos and Accurint reporting for background investigations. Bachelor ...

Moffitt

ARMED SECURITY

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$19.17 - $29.21/hr

Background in dignitary protection, surveillance operations. Extensive camera, card access systems experience. Knowledge of Kronos and Accurint reporting for background investigations. Bachelor ...

Moffitt

ARMED SECURITY

Long Beach, CA

$19.17 - $29.21/hr

Background in dignitary protection, surveillance operations. Extensive camera, card access systems experience. Knowledge of Kronos and Accurint reporting for background investigations. Bachelor ...

Moffitt

ARMED SECURITY

Long Beach, CA

$19.17 - $29.21/hr

Background in dignitary protection, surveillance operations. Extensive camera, card access systems experience. Knowledge of Kronos and Accurint reporting for background investigations. Bachelor ...

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How much do dignitary protection jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for dignitary protection in California is $19.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $20.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a dignitary protection officer do?

Dignitary protection officers are specialized security professionals responsible for ensuring the safety of high-profile individuals, such as government officials, foreign diplomats, and visiting VIPs. Their duties include risk assessment, advance planning, close personal protection, and coordinating with law enforcement agencies to prevent and respond to potential threats. These officers are highly trained in defensive tactics, surveillance detection, and emergency response to safeguard dignitaries during public appearances, travel, and private activities.

What is the difference between Dignitary Protection vs Executive Protection?

AspectDignitary ProtectionExecutive Protection
CredentialsSecurity certifications, law enforcement or military backgroundSecurity certifications, law enforcement or military background
Work EnvironmentHigh-profile events, government officials, public appearancesCorporate executives, business leaders, high-net-worth individuals
Employer & IndustryGovernment agencies, private security firms, event organizersCorporations, private security firms, executive agencies

Both Dignitary Protection and Executive Protection require similar credentials and often overlap in work environments. Dignitary Protection typically involves safeguarding government officials and public figures during events, while Executive Protection focuses on protecting corporate executives and high-net-worth individuals in daily or travel settings. Understanding these distinctions helps clients choose the right security service for their needs.

What skills and qualifications are needed for dignitary protection?

To thrive in Dignitary Protection, you need expertise in security protocols, threat assessment, and defensive tactics, often supported by law enforcement or military backgrounds and specialized training certifications. Familiarity with surveillance technology, secure communications systems, and advanced driving techniques is typically required. Strong situational awareness, discretion, and excellent decision-making under pressure distinguish top professionals in this field. These skills and qualities are crucial to ensure the safety, privacy, and effective protection of high-profile individuals in potentially volatile environments.

What is a dignitary protection?

Dignitary protection jobs focus on helping protect dignitaries from various threats as they travel. In this context, dignitary usually refers to local and foreign public officials like prime ministers and ambassadors. Depending on who is involved, this job may be done as part of the secret service, a local police unit, or as an independent contractor. In this role, you escort dignitaries to and from predetermined areas, help manage local threats, and otherwise take steps to intercept security threats and ensure the physical safety of dignitaries. Dignitary protection frequently involves traveling or working on an inconsistent schedule.

What challenges do dignitary protection officers face and how are they addressed?

Professionals in Dignitary Protection often encounter challenges such as rapidly changing threat environments, maintaining discretion while ensuring security, and coordinating with local law enforcement or event organizers. Adapting to last-minute itinerary changes and managing public interactions without compromising safety are also common. These challenges are addressed through ongoing risk assessments, thorough advance work, regular training, strong communication skills, and teamwork within multi-disciplinary security teams.
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Infographic showing various Dignitary Protection job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,668 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

Executive Protection Specialist

The Simon Agency

San Francisco, CA • On-site

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Job description

Executive Protection Specialist The Simon Agency Operational Readiness Network (ORN)

Location: San Francisco Bay Area, CA

Work Arrangement: Independent Contractor (1099) or W2 Employee | Assignment-Based

License: Simon Protection, Lic. #121322

Travel: Local, Domestic, and International Travel Opportunities Based on Operational Requirements

Compensation: Competitive, assignment-based compensation commensurate with experience, qualifications, client requirements, and operational scope.

Position Overview

The Simon Agency is seeking experienced Executive Protection Specialists to become part of the Operational Readiness Network (ORN)—a carefully selected network of protective professionals strategically positioned throughout our licensed jurisdictions to support executive protection operations for corporate executives, public officials, legal teams, family offices, and other high-profile clients.

ORN was established with a single objective: ensuring qualified professionals are identified, vetted, credentialed, and operationally prepared before they are needed. Members of ORN are considered for assignments based upon client requirements, operational needs, qualifications, licensing, geographic location, and availability.

This is an ongoing recruitment initiative designed to build and maintain operational readiness. Qualified applicants may be considered for current and future assignments as opportunities arise.

Primary Responsibilities

Depending upon client requirements and assignment scope, Executive Protection Specialists may be responsible for:

  • Executive and dignitary protection

  • Protective advance planning

  • Protective intelligence support

  • Executive movement coordination

  • Corporate executive security

  • Political executive protection

  • Executive travel support

  • Protective site assessments

  • Venue liaison and coordination

  • Security coordination with law enforcement, venue management, and client representatives

  • Incident documentation and post-assignment reporting

  • Representing The Simon Agency with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment

Assignments may range from single-day protective details to extended domestic or international travel support.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants should possess one or more of the following:

  • Executive Protection experience

  • Federal, state, or local law enforcement experience

  • Military service

  • Corporate security experience

  • High-profile event security experience

  • Dignitary protection experience

Applicants must also possess:

  • Exceptional professionalism and integrity

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

  • Excellent situational awareness

  • Sound judgment and decision-making abilities

  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

  • Valid driver's license

  • Legal authorization to work within the United States

  • Ability to travel as operational requirements dictate

Preferred Qualifications

Preference may be given to applicants possessing:

  • Current state security licenses (must have)

  • HR218 / LEOSA credentials (where applicable)

  • CPR / AED certification

  • Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC/TCCC)

  • EMT or Paramedic certification

  • Protective Intelligence experience

  • Protective advance planning experience

  • Incident Command System (ICS) training

  • International executive protection experience

  • Valid passport without travel restrictions

  • Foreign language proficiency

Professional Standards

Executive protection extends far beyond physical presence. It requires preparation, adaptability, discretion, and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.

Members of the Operational Readiness Network are expected to demonstrate:

  • Professional appearance and demeanor

  • Exceptional client service

  • Integrity and accountability

  • Strong written and verbal communication

  • Emotional intelligence

  • Operational discipline

  • Respect for confidentiality

  • Team-oriented leadership

  • Commitment to continuous professional development

Our clients place extraordinary trust in us. We expect every ORN member to uphold that trust on every assignment.

Selection Process

Qualified applicants selected to continue through the evaluation process may participate in:

  • Application review

  • Resume evaluation

  • Credential verification

  • Virtual interview

  • Written operational assessment

  • Professional reference verification

  • Background review

  • Operational readiness evaluation

Applicants who successfully complete The Simon Agency's vetting process may be invited to join The Simon Agency Operational Readiness Network (ORN).

Invitation into ORN signifies successful completion of our professional evaluation process and placement into our operational readiness program. Membership in ORN does not guarantee assignment but reflects eligibility to be considered for deployment based upon client requirements, operational needs, qualifications, licensing, and availability.

About The Simon Agency

Founded by Jonathan Simon, a retired LVMPD Police Sergeant, U.S. Air Force veteran, and executive protection professional with nearly 40 years of leadership experience in law enforcement, protective operations, investigations, and corporate leadership, The Simon Agency is a boutique executive protection and strategic advisory firm serving corporate executives, public officials, legal teams, family offices, and other high-profile clients.

The Simon Agency maintains the licensing, insurance, operational infrastructure, and strategic partnerships necessary to support client operations throughout our licensed jurisdictions while also supporting domestic and international travel requirements through trusted operational resources and strategic partnerships.

The Simon Agency Operational Readiness Network (ORN) reflects our commitment to identifying, developing, and maintaining a trusted network of highly qualified Executive Protection Specialists who share our commitment to professionalism, integrity, discretion, and operational excellence.

Why Join ORN?

ORN is more than a roster of independent contractors. It is a professional network built upon trust, operational readiness, and long-term relationships.

Qualified ORN members may have opportunities to support:

  • Corporate executive protection

  • Government and political protective details

  • Executive travel

  • High-profile special events

  • Domestic operations

  • International travel support

  • Long-term client engagements

Assignment opportunities are determined by client requirements, operational needs, geographic location, qualifications, licensing, and availability.

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