Corporate Security Specialist

Description

This position is on-site in Lexington, KY.

The Corporate Security Specialist is a key member of the organization's security team and is responsible for safeguarding company executives and assets. This role emphasizes executive protection while supporting a comprehensive corporate security strategy. The specialist ensures a secure operating environment for executives and provides robust threat assessment and response capabilities to mitigate risks in corporate and travel settings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement tailored executive protection plans, focusing on the personal safety of executives and their families.
• Accompany executives during business travel, public events, and daily commutes, ensuring their safety at all times.
• Conduct advance planning for activities and venues, identifying vulnerabilities and creating risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor potential threats, including geopolitical developments, crime trends, and internal vulnerabilities, and provide actionable intelligence to the security team.
• Perform detailed threat and risk assessments related to the executive's personal and professional environments.
• Collaborate with internal security teams and external agencies to maintain comprehensive corporate security protocols.
• Act as the primary responder during security breaches or emergencies involving executives, ensuring swift and effective resolution.
• Effectively communicate, utilizing interpersonal skills for interacting, with executives and cross-functional teams.
• Work irregular hours, including weekends and holidays, and travel on short notice.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

This job description reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be considered a complete description of all the work requirements and expectations of the position. Tower Hill reserves the right to assign duties not listed herein as necessary to accomplish the goals of the organization.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice or related field preferred.

Equivalent experience may substitute for minimum educational requirements. Equivalent experience may include five (5) years of relevant experience.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of corporate security, executive protection, law enforcement, or military service experience required. Strong knowledge of risk management, threat analysis, and security technologies required. Proficiency in self-defense techniques, defensive driving, and emergency medical response required.

Prior professional experience or specialized training in executive protection, security operations preferred. Continuous education in risk management, crisis response, or security technologies is an asset.

CERTIFICATIONS

Certifications in executive protection, defensive tactics, and any specialized training in risk assessment or security management required.

Specialized training in Executive Protection (i.e. LaSorsa Executive Protection Training- Bodyguard Training) preferred.

LICENSES

Valid Driver's License required. Valid Passport required. Valid Concealed Carry Deadly Weapons (CCDW) permit required.

BENEFITS

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Health Savings Account
• Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Pet insurance
• Paid time off & Holiday pay

We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family. For more information about our company, careers and Total Compensation visit: Total Compensation- Tower Hill Insurance (thig.com)

Tower Hill Insurance is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Tower Hill Insurance is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to hrdepartment@thig.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

All applicants will receive an acknowledgement that their application has been received. Candidates will not receive status updates regarding their application; however, those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted by Human Resources.