Physical Security Specialist
About the role
PHYSICAL SECURITY SPECIALIST
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct executive protection operations and provide close protection for senior leadership as required
- Perform reconnaissance and counter-surveillance in support of executive movements and threat mitigation
- Lead small teams during operations while also demonstrating the ability to work independently and make sound decisions with limited oversight
- Support the planning and execution of security for large-scale company events
- Conduct advanced risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for critical assets and personnel
- Maintain proficiency in advanced protective tactics, surveillance detection, mobile operations and emergency medicine
- Serve as a liaison with law enforcement agencies and key stakeholders
- Respond to and manage incidents with professionalism and sound judgment
- Operate small utility vehicles, drones and watercraft
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 8+ years of experience in the military, law enforcement, overseas security contracting, or advanced corporate security
- 2+ years of executive protection, mobile asset protection, or emergency response team experience
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's or advanced degree
- Certified Peace Officer
- Advanced Unit Operations or SWAT certification
- HR218 credentials (or equivalent authorization) permitting the carrying of firearms in all United States jurisdictions
- Combat medic, EMT-B, paramedic, or advanced medical emergency training (TCCC/TECC)
- Experience conducting executive protection
- Experience planning security for large-scale events
- Experience conducting reconnaissance and counter-surveillance operations
- Experience de-escalating disputes and manage conflict professionally
- Experience instructing security tactics, operations, and procedures
- Documented small unit leadership or team management experience
- Military deployment and/or counterinsurgency experience
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with executives
- Foreign language proficiency (Spanish)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Willingness to travel on short notice (up to 30% of the time)
- Ability to effectively operate in extreme outdoor environments
- Ability and willingness to occasionally stand in a static position for extended periods
- Ability to work extended hours and a flexible schedule driven by operational needs and threat trends, including nights, weekends, and short-notice travel
- Position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing
- Position is subject to pre-employment enhanced screening, including a background check, psychological test, bi-annual physical fitness test, and a drug and alcohol test
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to obtain and maintain an FAA Part 107 Drone license
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Level III Commissioned Security Officer license and Level IV Personal Protection Officer license
- Possess or eligible for a valid state security officer license
- Eligible for a US Government security clearance
ITAR REQUIREMENTS
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .
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