Access Control, Communication Skills, Computer Security, Corporate Compliance, Cross-Functional, Documentation, Emergency Planning, Emergency Response, Establish Priorities, Law Enforcement, Leadership, Logistics, Mentoring, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Operations Management, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Procedure Implementation, Project/Program Management, Protective Services, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Schedule Development, Secret Clearance, Security Compliance, Site Evaluation, Strategic Planning, Surveillance, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Threat and risk analysis (TRA), Top Secret Clearance, Vehicle Driving, Willing to Travel, Work From Home, Writing Skills
Executive Protection Manager
Job ID: 2613959
Location: Reston, VA, United States
Date Posted: Jun 24, 2026
Category: Security
Subcategory: Executive Security
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 25% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: Interim Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret
Potential for Remote Work: On-Site
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Job Description
Description
The Executive Protection Manager provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for protective services supporting a senior executive and designated individuals. This role leads a small Executive Protection team, manages daily HQ‑based security operations, and ensures a high standard of readiness and professionalism. It is a full‑time, on‑site role at SAIC's Reston Headquarters (Monday-Friday) and must be able to respond outside standard hours for time‑sensitive protective operations.
Primary Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Program Management
- Lead, mentor, and supervise Executive Protection Agents to ensure preparedness, professional conduct, and consistent performance.
- Assign daily responsibilities/schedules, establish operational priorities, and guide team execution.
- Develop performance expectations, conduct evaluations, and support professional growth.
- Maintain a collaborative and disciplined team culture aligned with organizational standards.
- Serve as the primary HQ security point of contact, coordinating with internal stakeholders and external partners.
Protective Operations & Strategic Planning
- Establish, update, and enforce protective procedures, threat‑mitigation plans, and emergency response protocols.
- Oversee scheduling and operational alignment to guarantee full protective coverage.
- Maintain situational awareness by coordinating with law enforcement, intelligence partners, and external security entities.
- Ensure consistent on‑site presence at Reston HQ to manage emerging or routine security needs.
Executive Protection & Direct Support
- Conduct close protection activities for the principal and designated individuals, including domestic or international travel as required.
- Perform threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments and adjust security postures when needed.
- Manage secure transportation utilizing advanced defensive driving skills.
- De‑escalate or control disruptive situations in office or event environments to maintain safety.
- Represent the protection program with professionalism, restraint and confidentiality.
Reporting & Communication
- Oversee the preparation and quality of incident reports, activity logs, assessments, and other documentation.
- Identify and promptly communicate vulnerabilities, safety concerns, or operational gaps to leadership.
Equipment, Logistics & Readiness Oversight
- Ensure security vehicles remain mission‑ready, properly maintained, and compliant with safety standards.
- Operate and manage protective, communications, and surveillance equipment to ensure full operational capability.
- Identify resource or equipment deficiencies and recommend corrective measures.
Facility Security & Corporate Integration
- Serve as the Reston HQ facility security liaison, supporting access control, visitor verification, and compliance with corporate security standards.
- Assist in organizational security investigations and provide support for broader operational needs.
Additional Duties
- Support investigative work involving corporate security interests.
- Perform other tasks required to maintain and strengthen executive protection operations.
Qualifications
Bachelors Degree and 15 years of executive protection experience, including advance planning, surveillance detection, and secure transportation. 4 additional years can be used in lieu of a degree.
5+ years of team leadership or supervisory experience within security or protection operations.
Proven ability to manage operational schedules and lead multidisciplinary teams.
Full‑time, on‑site availability at SAIC Reston HQ during core business hours.
Capability to support urgent or time‑sensitive operations outside normal hours.
Valid Virginia Guard Card and/or HR218 preferred.
Executive Protection training credential and defensive driving certification.
Demonstrated experience conducting threat assessments and site evaluations.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and strong documentation capabilities.
Ability to work under pressure while maintaining professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
Must have an interim secret clearance to start. Candidates must be able to get a Top Secret Clearance.
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Science Applications International Corp
SAIC is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's digital transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, IT modernization, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.
We are a team of 26,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.1 billion. For more information, visit saic.com.