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Events DC

Executive Protection Agent

Washington, DC · On-site

Minimum of 3+ years in executive protection, law enforcement, military, corporate or equivalent field with a strong focus on protective services. * Travel: Must be willing to travel extensively ...

Events DC

Executive Protection Agent

Washington, DC · On-site

Minimum of 3+ years in executive protection, law enforcement, military, corporate or equivalent field with a strong focus on protective services. * Travel: Must be willing to travel extensively ...

Events DC

Executive Protection Agent

Washington, DC · On-site

Minimum of 3+ years in executive protection, law enforcement, military, corporate or equivalent field with a strong focus on protective services. * Travel: Must be willing to travel extensively ...

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How much do executive protection services jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive protection services in the United States is $119,495.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,500.00 and $145,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the common challenges faced by professionals in Executive Protection Services, and how can they prepare for them?

Professionals in Executive Protection Services often encounter challenges such as adapting to rapidly changing environments, maintaining constant vigilance, and balancing discreet protection with client comfort. The role requires quick decision-making and the ability to anticipate potential threats while working collaboratively with clients, law enforcement, and other security personnel. To prepare, candidates should focus on developing strong communication skills, physical fitness, and ongoing training in risk assessment and crisis management.

What are Executive Protection Services?

Executive Protection Services refer to specialized security measures designed to ensure the safety of high-profile individuals, such as corporate executives, celebrities, or political figures. These services include risk assessment, advance planning, secure transportation, and close personal protection to prevent threats like kidnapping, harassment, or physical harm. Executive Protection professionals are highly trained to handle emergency situations discreetly and efficiently, often working in both domestic and international environments. The goal is to allow clients to conduct their business or personal activities with minimal disruption and maximum safety.

What is the difference between Executive Protection Services vs Security Guard?

AspectExecutive Protection ServicesSecurity Guard
CredentialsSecurity licenses, specialized training, sometimes firearms certificationSecurity officer license, basic training
Work EnvironmentHigh-profile clients, private events, travelPublic spaces, buildings, retail stores
Employer & IndustryPrivate security firms, corporate clients, high-net-worth individualsCommercial properties, retail, residential complexes

Executive Protection Services focus on safeguarding high-profile individuals through personalized security measures, often involving travel and close protection. Security Guards provide general security in public or private spaces, with less emphasis on personal protection. Both roles require security credentials but differ significantly in scope and environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Executive Protection Services, and why are they important?

To thrive in Executive Protection Services, you need a background in security, risk assessment, and surveillance, often supported by specialized training or law enforcement/military experience. Familiarity with security technologies, defensive driving, and certifications like Certified Protection Professional (CPP) are highly valued. Exceptional situational awareness, discretion, and strong communication skills are crucial soft skills in this field. These competencies ensure the effective safeguarding of clients, quick response to evolving threats, and maintenance of confidentiality in high-stress environments.
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Infographic showing various Executive Protection Services job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,495 per year, or $57.4 per hour.
Protection Specialist, Executive Services, NA

Protection Specialist, Executive Services, NA

Vantage Data Centers

Denver, CO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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About Vantage Data Centers
Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.
Position Overview
This role is in person at our Denver, CO, office and will require frequent travel.
Vantage is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Executive Protection Specialist to support key functions of our Executive Protection and Physical Security program in North America. This position is ideal for a hands-on security professional with strong situational awareness, sound judgment, and a service-minded approach to protecting senior leaders in dynamic environments. This role supports an emerging, high-performance security organization focused on building a world-class program that sets the industry standard for data center security worldwide.
Based out of Denver, CO, at Vantage Data Center Headquarters, this role reports directly to the Executive Protection Senior Manager and functions as an individual contributor supporting executive protection operations, threat monitoring, and security advance activities.
The selected candidate will be expected to be on-site daily when not traveling to support the business' needs. This is not a remote position.
Essential Job Functions
Executive Protection Operations
  • Provide executive close protection services for designated leaders, both domestically and internationally, as required

  • Support protection coverage for executive meetings, public appearances, events, and site visits

  • Escort and manage executives during sensitive engagements as needed

  • Maintain professional presence and situational control to deter threats, disruptions, or unsafe conditions

Travel Security & Advances
  • Plan and support executive travel security, including advance work, route assessments, hotel reviews, and venue security coordination

  • Conduct cursory security searches and site assessments to identify potential risks and mitigation measures

  • Coordinate closely with Executive Assistants to align protection requirements with executive travel logistics and itineraries

Threat Monitoring & Risk Mitigation
  • Partner with the Threat Intelligence team to monitor emerging threats, conduct OSINT reviews, and assist in evaluating risk factors related to executive travel, residences, and public exposure

  • Assist with threat documentation, risk scoring inputs, and reporting to support executive security decision-making

  • Identify, mitigate, and promptly report risks or suspicious activity through established escalation channels

Third-Party & Vendor Coordination
  • Coordinate and oversee approved third-party executive protection providers when supplemental coverage is required

  • Support vendor engagement by helping define coverage expectations and ensuring standards are followed during assignments

Monitoring, Reporting & Investigations
  • Monitor executive-related security environments for anomalies or potential threats

  • Assist with incident reporting, after-action reviews, and documentation related to executive protection activities

  • Support investigations related to executive security issues as directed

Collaboration & Coordination
  • Collaborate closely with internal partners, including Physical Security, Threat Intelligence, Executive Assistants, and senior business leaders

  • Support crisis response efforts involving executives by following established procedures and direction from leadership

  • Always Represent the Physical Security and Executive Protection programs with professionalism and discretion

Additional Duties
  • Assist with preparing intelligence inputs and background material for executive security briefings

  • Support audits, compliance reviews, or special projects related to executive security as assigned

  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Protection Senior Manager

Job Requirements
Travel
  • Travel is expected to be up to 50% or more and may increase over time as the program evolves.

Experience
  • 5+ years of professional experience in executive protection, corporate security, or a related protective services environment (law enforcement and/or military experience preferred)

  • Demonstrated experience supporting executive protection operations, including close protection, travel security, advances, and event support

  • Customer-facing experience supporting senior leaders and high-profile stakeholders, with the ability to operate discreetly and professionally

  • Experience working within established security policies, standards, and service-level expectations

  • Familiarity with coordinating third-party security or executive protection providers is preferred

  • Extensive expertise in conducting open-source intelligence research.

Note: This role does not require people-management or program ownership experience.
Skills
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in dynamic environments

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to brief executives clearly and concisely

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to document observations, incidents, and security-related information accurately

  • Ability to assess environments quickly, identify potential risks, and support mitigation measures

  • Results-driven, team-oriented mindset with a high level of professionalism and discretion

  • Commitment to maintaining high safety, security, and always conduct standards

Physical Demands and Special Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Additional Details
  • Salary Range: $130,000- $140,000 Base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)

  • This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

  • Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

#LI-TM1 #LI-OnSite
We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.
Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.
Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.
Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.
We'll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon-we're excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!

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