Executive Protection Specialist

BlackRock's Technology & Operations team is seeking an Executive Protection Specialist to provide security services to key executives in New York and while on business travel. The successful candidate will have previous law enforcement, military or executive protection experience and have worked with senior executives, preferably in a role involving global travel. Responsibilities: Provide executive protection services including trip planning, advance work, driver services, close protection, event coverage and coverage for business trips Oversee security in executive office space Oversee and lead executive protection vendors, including the acquisition of new vendors as vital Maintain strong ties with Local, State and Federal Government law enforcement officials to ensure BlackRock can respond appropriately to events or crises Provide security support and advice to the BlackRock Events staff for meetings and events where executives will be present to ensure appropriate level of protection React and advise on regional security developments and security incidents impacting operations Promote security awareness and always instill a culture of collective and individual responsibilities for practicing good security Requirements: A minimum of 10 years in the public safety, law enforcement or security field Experience working for C-Suite executives in the provision of executive protection Executive driving experience and experience providing advance coverage for events and trips Experience providing services for corporate events In-depth experience interacting with senior management Good judgment is crucial as is the ability to know when to raise issues and involve additional partners Must be available during evenings and weekends to respond to unexpected emergencies and situations at any of BlackRock’s locations globally, especially in the NYC area Preferred Qualifications: A minimum of 15 years in the public safety, law enforcement or security field Ability to align with HR 218 (the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act) Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with Spanish-speaking clients, employees, stakeholders, and external partners Certification or ability to obtain certification as an Armed Security Officer Experience providing executive and event protection Financial Services experience A strong network across security personnel at peer financial institutions A strong law enforcement network, especially in New York City where our headquarters operations are based Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred Job Data by YubHub .