Protective Security Specialists - WPS III (Iraq)

About the role

The Department of State seeks a highly skilled individual to support their Worldwide Protective Services III (WPS III) Task Orders in austere environments. The selected candidate will be responsible for protecting the client in high-threat locations, performing various security functions, and 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.
• Must have a minimum of three (3) years of applicable experience, with at least one (1) year including protective security assignments.
• Must have a valid U.S. Driver’s License and U.S. Passport with no less than 6 months remaining before expiration.
• Must be proficient in English and pass the pre-employment Physical Readiness Test (PRT).
• Must qualify with the Glock-19, M4 or MK18 (as specified by the designated TO), M240, and M249, and complete the WPS III PRT.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of three (3) years of applicable experience, with at least one (1) year including protective security assignments.
• Must have a valid U.S. Driver’s License and U.S. Passport with no less than 6 months remaining before expiration.
• Must be proficient in English and pass the pre-employment Physical Readiness Test (PRT).
• Must qualify with the Glock-19, M4 or MK18 (as specified by the designated TO), M240, and M249, and complete the WPS III PRT.

Skills

Proficiency in English, ability to speak, write, and communicate effectively, and the ability to operate and carry out firearms are essential skills for this role.

Benefits

Details about benefits are not specified in the provided job posting.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the provided job posting.

Schedule

Details about schedule are not specified in the provided job posting.

Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.