Job ID: 2612434
Location: Reston, VA, US
Date Posted: 2026-05-26
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: ORA_ON_SITE
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
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Lead, mentor, and supervise Executive Protection Agents to ensure preparedness, professional conduct, and consistent performance.
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Assign daily responsibilities/schedules, establish operational priorities, and guide team execution.
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Develop performance expectations, conduct evaluations, and support professional growth.
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Maintain a collaborative and disciplined team culture aligned with organizational standards.
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Serve as the primary HQ security point of contact, coordinating with internal stakeholders and external partners.
Protective Operations & Strategic Planning
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Establish, update, and enforce protective procedures, threat‑mitigation plans, and emergency response protocols.
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Oversee scheduling and operational alignment to guarantee full protective coverage.
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Maintain situational awareness by coordinating with law enforcement, intelligence partners, and external security entities.
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Ensure consistent on‑site presence at Reston HQ to manage emerging or routine security needs.
Executive Protection & Direct Support
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Conduct close protection activities for the principal and designated individuals, including domestic or international travel as required.
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Perform threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments and adjust security postures when needed.
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Manage secure transportation utilizing advanced defensive driving skills.
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De‑escalate or control disruptive situations in office or event environments to maintain safety.
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Represent the protection program with professionalism, restraint and confidentiality.
Reporting & Communication
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Oversee the preparation and quality of incident reports, activity logs, assessments, and other documentation.
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Identify and promptly communicate vulnerabilities, safety concerns, or operational gaps to leadership.
Equipment, Logistics & Readiness Oversight
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Ensure security vehicles remain mission‑ready, properly maintained, and compliant with safety standards.
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Operate and manage protective, communications, and surveillance equipment to ensure full operational capability.
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Identify resource or equipment deficiencies and recommend corrective measures.
Facility Security & Corporate Integration
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Serve as the Reston HQ facility security liaison, supporting access control, visitor verification, and compliance with corporate security standards.
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Assist in organizational security investigations and provide support for broader operational needs.
Additional Duties
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Support investigative work involving corporate security interests.
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Perform other tasks required to maintain and strengthen executive protection operations.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
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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.
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5+ years of team leadership or supervisory experience within security or protection operations.
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Proven ability to manage operational schedules and lead multidisciplinary teams.
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Full‑time, on‑site availability at SAIC Reston HQ during core business hours.
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Capability to support urgent or time‑sensitive operations outside normal hours.
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Valid Virginia Guard Card and/or HR218 preferred.
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Executive Protection training credential and defensive driving certification.
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Demonstrated experience conducting threat assessments and site evaluations.
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Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and strong documentation capabilities.
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Ability to work under pressure while maintaining professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
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Must have an interim secret clearance to start. Candidates must be able to get a Top Secret Clearance.
