Senior Security Professional; Executive Support

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Within the Enterprise Associate and Business Solutions organization of the Chief Administration Office, the Humana Safety and Security team is responsible for associate safety, facility physical security and environmental health across the Humana enterprise. The combined efforts of the safety and security professionals, and our trusted strategic vendors, provide a professional and safe work environment for our associates and a friendly service atmosphere for our members. In an ever-changing environment, it is necessary to manage the risk to our associate population whether that be during routine meeting attendance, travel, and other ad hoc events. Unlike traditional executive protection, we take a concierge approach to our provided services, measuring customer service as a key driver.

In this position, you will serve as a Security Professional and report to the Security Lead of the Humana Safety and Security Executive Support Team. You must be able to operate independently and comfortable making decisions based on an understanding of the leader's intent. Additionally, they should be detailed-oriented and able to execute established protocols in demanding situations. In situations where protocols do not exist, they must be able to exercise good judgement. This role requires an individual capable of interacting with leaders at all levels. Flexibility is necessary to be successful in this demanding role as short notice travel and weekend commitments are not unusual.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct threat, risk and vulnerability assessments ahead of planned events or travel
• Develop cost-effective countermeasures and other risk mitigations to fill identified gaps
• Communicate with physical security team and/or security contractors to ensure appropriate security measures and technology are available for deployment
• Investigate threats to associates; identify and implement safeguards to ensure associate safety
• Coordinate with external hotel/meeting or other venue security; to ensure tailored risk mitigation deployment
• Provide transportation to senior leadersCoordinate use and care of fleet vehicles to support transportation requirements
• Consult with partners throughout the enterprise to ensure logistical requirements are addressed
• Regularly coordinate with Executive Assistants to understand/support planned travel
• Support business leaders in the absence of other administrative support
• Provide routine updates to supervisor and Humana Fusion Center to ensure situational awareness within the organization
• Consult with facilities and project managers during construction to ensure safety/security considerations are addressed
• Contribute to the development/refinement of standard operating procedures associated with travel and event planning and execution
• Establish and maintain relationships with maintenance and security vendors at select sites to include principle's residence
• Provide close protection of executive members including developing, assessing, and implementing protection strategies and plans
• Provide guidance and interpretation about security standards, practices, and programs to support regional and global business and security initiatives
• Partake in continuous Executive Protection trainingMaintains liaison with government, industry, and intelligence professionals
• Brief Executives on geopolitical developments, incidents and trends that could affect Humana Inc. business and personnel
• Traveling nationwide and internationally, with frequent overnight and weekend travel, as necessary

Use your skills to make an impact

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience
• Corporate and/or government experience interacting with and supporting senior leaders (C-Suite) and other VIPs
• 5+ years of previous military, law enforcement or executive/personal security experience
• 5+ years security experience, including associations in law enforcement, military, intelligence and/or corporate experience. Must include small detail, event security, and budget management
• Approximately 35% travel and weekend support requirements based on business need
• Be a poised leader and collaborator who gains support from all levels of the organization, including senior executives
• Demonstrate confidentiality with sound, ethical judgment and integrity
• Strong leadership skills to include coaching, mentoring, and educating
• Superior ability to use security systems and applications
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify complex security issues and customize, implement/execute innovative processes and solutions
• Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure in complex situations
• Proven customer service and relationship management skills
• Demonstrated project management skills, including planning, execution, and implementation

• Advanced Life Support Certified
• Certified Protection Professional (CPP)