Director of Corporate Protection Operations

About This Role

Lead and manage the safety and security operations for Verizon's senior leadership and Board of Directors. Develop and implement a comprehensive protection program addressing physical and digital risks globally, integrating seamlessly into business operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a 24/7 global executive protection strategy integrating physical security, secure logistics, and technical surveillance countermeasures (TSCM)
• Collaborate with the Global Fusion & Intel Center (GFIC) to mitigate "Executive Identity" risks by reducing the C-Suite's digital footprint
• Oversee all aspects of protective details, including residential security, office safety, and high-threat international travel
• Synthesize real-time intelligence to conduct continuous risk assessments for principals, identifying emerging threats
• Act as the primary security lead during high-stakes events, board of directors meetings, special events, and crisis situations, coordinating with law enforcement

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in protective services (Military Special Operations, Federal Law Enforcement, or Corporate Security)
• 5+ years specifically in a Corporate Executive Protection role at a global scale
• 7+ years in a senior management position, managing multi-million dollar budgets and global vendor networks
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government-issued permit to carry a concealed weapon (CCW)
• SIS CPP (Certified Protection Professional) certification

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience
• 10+ years of relevant experience in protective services (Military Special Operations, Federal Law Enforcement, or Corporate Security), with at least 5 years specifically in a Corporate Executive Protection role at a global scale and 7+ years in a senior management position.

Nice to Have

• Master’s degree or MBA
• Expert-level proficiency in OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) tools
• Experience with Counter-UAS (Drone) mitigation strategies
• CISSP certification
• CISM certification

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits

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