Executive Protection Specialist

Job Summary 

The Executive Protection Specialist is responsible for providing close protection and security support to designated Marriott International executives and other protectees. Operating as part of the Global Safety & Security Department, this role delivers proactive, intelligence‑driven protection services across corporate offices, hotels, private residences, transportation environments, and special events. The position requires frequent travel, operational flexibility, sound judgment, and the ability to operate discreetly in high‑visibility corporate and public settings. 

CANDIDATE PROFILE 

Education and Experience  

Required 

• 5+ years experience in executive protection, law enforcement, military, or corporate security environments. 

• Executive protection training from a recognized institution or government agency. 

• Demonstrated experience providing close protection and conducting advances. 

• Valid U.S. driver’s license with the ability to meet company driving standards; training in evasive driving with demonstrated proficiency in protective and defensive driving techniques. 

• Strong situational awareness, decision‑making, and interpersonal skills. 

• Proven experience exercising discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment while operating in a sensitive, high-visibility, or confidential environment. 

• Willingness and ability to travel at least 50% of the time, often on short notice. 

Preferred 

• Bachelor’s degree 

• Experience supporting senior corporate executives in high‑visibility environments. 

• Background in risk assessment, intelligence analysis, or protective operations planning. 

• CPR/AED and first aid certification. 

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES  

Executive Protection Operations 

• Provide close protection services to designated protectees during domestic travel, meetings, events, and daily activities. 

• Serve as a primary or secondary driver for protectees, utilizing defensive and protective driving techniques. 

• Manage administrative requirements related to executive protection equipment, training records, internal checks, and reporting needs.  

• Respond appropriately to emerging threats, incidents, or medical emergencies.  

Advance & Planning 

• Conduct comprehensive advance work for travel, meetings, and events, including site surveys, route planning, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders. 

• Identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies tailored to the protectee, location, and threat environment. 

• Liaise with hotel security, local law enforcement, venue security, and private partners as needed.