Corporate Security Specialist

About the role

This position is on-site in Lexington, KY. The Corporate Security Specialist is a key member of the organization’s security team, responsible for safeguarding company executives and assets. This role emphasizes executive protection while supporting a comprehensive corporate security strategy. The specialist ensures a secure operating environment for executives and provides robust threat assessment and response capabilities to mitigate risks in corporate and travel settings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement tailored executive protection plans, focusing on the personal safety of executives and their families.
• Accompany executives during business travel, public events, and daily commutes, ensuring their safety at all times.
• Conduct advance planning for activities and venues, identifying vulnerabilities and creating risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor potential threats, including geopolitical developments, crime trends, and internal vulnerabilities, and provide actionable intelligence to the security team.
• Perform detailed threat and risk assessments related to the executive’s personal and professional environments.
• Collaborate with internal security teams and external agencies to maintain comprehensive corporate security protocols.
• Act as the primary responder during security breaches or emergencies involving executives, ensuring swift and effective resolution.
• Effectively communicate, utilizing interpersonal skills for interacting with executives and cross-functional teams.
• Work irregular hours, including weekends and holidays, and travel on short notice.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to accomplish the goals of the organization.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field preferred. Equivalent experience may substitute for minimum educational requirements (five years of relevant experience).
• Minimum of five to seven years of corporate security, executive protection, law enforcement, or military service experience.
• Strong knowledge of risk management, threat analysis, and security technologies.
• Proficiency in self-defense techniques, defensive driving, and emergency medical response.
• Prior professional experience or specialized training in executive protection, security operations preferred.
• Continuous education in risk management, crisis response, or security technologies is an asset.

Qualifications

• Certifications in executive protection, defensive tactics, and specialized training in risk assessment or security management required.
• Specialized training in Executive Protection (e.g., LaSorsa Executive Protection Training – Bodyguard Training) preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Valid Passport required.
• Valid Concealed Carry Deadly Weapons (CCDW) permit required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Pet insurance
• Paid time off and holiday pay

We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.