Executive Protection Agent

Job Details:

Job Title: Executive Protection Agent

Location: Miami, FL

Travel-in opportunity - can live anywhere in the United States, team house to stay in during work week

Job Type: Full time, with full benefits

Compensation:$145,000 minimum annual compensation

FLSA: Non-exempt

Schedule: 15 days worked per month average up to 24 days per month - Not a set rotation

14-18-hour shift lengths dependent on operations

Job Summary:

This is an armed position for an Executive Protection (EP) Agent. The role requires frequent travel; approximately half the year will be spent internationally, and candidates must be able to perform effectively during extended hours, including shifts beyond 16 hours or with limited rest. A minimum of two years in a dedicated EP role is required, with experience in diplomatic security or overseas assignments strongly preferred. Professional driving experience (limo or chauffeur) and prior service on ambassador protection teams are valued.

Ideal candidates are adaptable, client-focused, and comfortable in fast-paced, high-profile environments. Preferred qualifications include advanced or tactical driving, high-level medical training, and water safety or rescue certifications. Strong situational awareness, professionalism, and the ability to engage diplomatically with high-net-worth individuals are essential. Team-oriented agents who maintain discretion and boundaries will excel in this role.

Job description/Duties:
The Executive Protection Agent is tasked with numerous functions providing overall support to protective security detail in Miami, FL. This detail operates in a fast-paced, fluid, travel-focused environment that may include driving or residential security duties as needed. Below are just some of the functions and responsibilities:

• Ensure the overall safety and security of designated Principals and their property
• Monitoring of multiple security systems to include alarms and cameras, and competence to identify and properly act on security risks
• Controlling access to properties and maintenance of security logs for guests, service personnel, and vendors
• Required to drive Principals to various personal/business venues and/or additional off-site assignments
• Demonstrate proficiency in use and proper maintenance for all equipment used in support of the protective operations program (i.e. vehicles, medical supplies, communications devices, etc.)
• Maintain an acceptable professional appearance
• Be able to communicate with the Principals, staff, coworkers, and other third party vendors utilizing a customer service approach
• Adapting to various tasks that would be assigned outside of traditional security operations/roles
• Able to interact with children
• On-the-spot critical thinking and improvisation
• Emotional intelligence and self-awareness
• Be comfortable in a variety of social settings, with ability to socially engineer desired outcomes
• Be willing to submit to pre-employment, post-accident and random drug testing as determined by management
• Shifts that can include days/nights/weekends/holidays/OT
• Shifts that are over 16 hours unexpectedly
• When required, both domestic and international travel
• Close protection to Principals at various venues, events, filming sessions, business meetings, personal trips, etc.
• A variety of tasks around the Principal's property as required
• Must maintain a positive attitude through a wide variety of situations, as well as, must conduct themselves in a manner which contribute to a positive and professional work environment
• Advance work for routes, venues, and travel trips
• Must have proficient writing skills to complete detailed reports
• Communicate with Principal's staff and outside personnel, to facilitate seamless operations for our Principals
• Physical fitness to stand on your feet for several hours without a break, provide protective coverage during physically taxing activities including running, swimming, hiking, as well as maintain long schedules in the field.
• Ability to responsibly engage to an active threat against the Principal
• Must be proficient in defensive tactics, in order to deescalate, or actively engage in potential threats against the Principals.

Position Certificates and Licenses:

• Class D Security Guard license
• Class G Security Guard License
• Florida CCW
• Valid United States Driver's License
• Passport with more than six months expiration
• Aid/AED for Adults, Children, and Infants

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree
• Certification from a recognized EP school (this can be supplemented with 2+ years of relevant industry experience) from a certified driving school is also preferable, but this too can be supplemented based on experience
• Law enforcement experience is a plus
• RST experience a plus
• Defensive tactics, counter surveillance/surveillance detection, and covert protection experience
• First Responder, Paramedic or EMT certifications a plus
• Bilingual is a plus
• Active in outdoor activities such as mountain biking, hiking, ocean sports, etc.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience specifically traveling internationally and domestically in EP role
• Must possess a good understanding of the latest technology in security camera systems, use of smartphones, communications, and collaboration apps
• Must be able to work in a collaborative team environment
• Excellent communicator with the ability to converse with clients, superiors, peers, and vendors professionally and successfully
• Drug free; must pass a drug screening and submit to periodic screenings throughout employment
• Specific training related to this specific detail will be provided upon hire

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to patrol the property and access areas quickly
• Physically able to capture and detain individuals if necessary
• Prolonged periods sitting of 5+ hours at a desk and monitoring surveillance equipment
• Prolonged periods of standing on your feet without a break 4-5+ hours
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time
• Must be able to lift, drag a human up to 200lbs or more, if necessary
• Must be able to bend, twist,
• Being able to respond to physical attacks, natural disasters, evacuations
• Perform physical activities such as hiking, biking, swimming

Salary and Benefits:

• $145,000 compensation
• Schedule: 15 days worked per month average up to 24 days per month
  14-18-hour shift lengths dependent on operations
• Can live anywhere in the US and travel in for work
• Team house to stay at while on shift
• Paid sick leave
• Paid time off (PTO) accrual
• Holiday pay for select holidays you work (6)
• Company 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible insurance plans - Medical, dental and vision
• 100% of employee premium paid for by Keelson (plan upgradable for additional employee paid premium)
• Generous employer contribution per family member (up to 4 family members) to help lower employee contributions for dependents that join the plan
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Short Term Disability
• Critical Accident/Illness coverage

Employment with Keelson is at-will, meaning that you or Keelson may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice.