Protective Security Specialists - WPS III (Iraq)

About the role

The Department of State seeks candidates for a protective security specialist position in Erbil, Iraq. The primary function involves protecting the client in high-threat locations through convoy, ground movements, or aerial operations. Additional responsibilities include serving as part of a Quick Reaction Force (QRF) team.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day personal protective security functions.
• Drive the lead vehicle, principal's vehicle, follow vehicle, and/or act as a response agent during motorcade or similar operations.
• Carry and operate weapons as specified in daily post and detail orders.
• Participate in advance security preparations.
• Man the security post at the principal's residence, the command post, or other static posts as required.
• Serve as a member of a QRF as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Minimum of three (3) years of applicable experience, including at least one (1) year in protective security assignments.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License and U.S. Passport with no less than 6 months remaining before expiration.
• Proficient in English communication.
• Pass the pre-employment Physical Readiness Test (PRT) and qualify with the Glock-19, M4 or MK18, M240, and M249.
• Maintain physical fitness readiness.

Qualifications

• Must possess a minimum of three (3) years of applicable experience.
• A minimum of one (1) year of this experience must include experience in protective security assignments.
• Experience may be gained in the employ of any national, state, provincial, local, or commercial entities providing armed protective services.
• Must have a valid U.S. Driver’s License.
• Must have a valid U.S. Passport with no less than 6 months remaining before expiration.
• Must be proficient in the ability to speak, write, and communicate in English.
• Must pass the pre-employment Physical Readiness Test (PRT) in order to advance in the application process for the position.
• Attend and successfully complete the DOS Protective Security Specialist Basic and Quick Reaction Force training course.
• Must be approved for a Department of State Medical Clearance.
• Must be able to walk, squat, crawl, run, quickly enter/exit vehicles, maneuver around obstacles, carry heavy equipment and personnel, and operate mission-essential issued equipment requiring dexterity.
• Must be able to operate and/or travel in vehicles on improved and unimproved roadways, as well as off-road.
• Must be physically able to carry and operate firearms.
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods with minimal breaks.
• Must possess no medical or physical impediments to traveling overseas to and within countries considered dangerous or unhealthy.
• Must be able to travel long distances in airplanes, helicopters, and road vehicles.

Benefits

Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.