Executive Protection Agent

Company Description

Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive while driven by a common purpose – to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.

Make an impact with a purpose-driven industry leader. Join us today and experience Life at Visa.

Job Description

Director, Global Security and Safety (GSS) - Executive Protection is responsible for physical security and risk identification and mitigation for Visa.  Reporting to the Global Head of Executive Protection, the candidate will coordinate executive protection efforts as outlined in Visa’s Executive Protection strategy, and work closely with regional teams for planning and execution. 

Essential Functions

• Provide close protection of executive members including developing, assessing, and implementing protection strategies and plans.
• Drive Visa Executives in San Francisco as directed, in corporate vehicle.
• Conduct executive protection pre-advance work of upcoming meetings and travel venues, conduct risk assessment and determine appropriate deployment of resources.
• Direct and lead Visa staff responsible for executive protection
• Partake in continuous training for EP Team members.
• Brief Executive Committee members on geopolitical developments, incidents and trends that could affect Visa.
• Receipt of guests visiting executive floor, oversee security for high-profile visitors including coordination of resources, meetings, and transportation, etc.
• Work with EA’s regarding Executive Committee Members schedule.
• Traveling nationwide and internationally, as necessary.
• Frequent overnight travel.
• Be able to obtain a CCW in San Francisco.
• Be available to work nights, extended hours, and weekends as necessary.

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• 10 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or at least 8 years of work experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters/ MBA/JD/MD) or at least 3 years of work experience with a PhD

Preferred qualifications:

• 12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or 8-10 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 6 years of work experience with a PhD
• Minimum of twelve years specialized law enforcement, military and/or corporate security experience with at least 6 years of executive protection (EP) experience in these organizations.
• Possesses EP training and experience in the following specialties: team member, detail leader, primary and secondary vehicle driver (including armored vehicles), medical (First Aid, CPR, AED) and protective intelligence.
• Experience managing security details in domestic and international locations, both low and high risk.
• Demonstrated professional and relevant experience in physical security management, risk assessment, and mitigation measures.
• Eligible to obtain a Federal Air Marshal Service Armed Security Officer (ASO) certification, possess a minimum amount of 12 years in US Law Enforcement or select US Military roles, good conduct, and honorable discharge.
• Operational understanding and fluent usage of today’s technology tools across all platforms (PC, tablet, smartphone-smartwatch, radio, satellite, tracking device, etc.)
• Must maintain up-to-date driver’s license.
• Valid up-to-date passport.
• Ability to interact with senior management.
• Be a poised leader and team player who gains support from all levels of the organization, including senior executives.
• Excellent follow-up skills with attention to detail and ability to multi-task, have leadership presence, strong team-orientation and interpersonal skills, flexibility, and strong analytical skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and effectively in a complex environment with multi-location team structure.
• Be in possession of a valid and up to date HR-218 certification.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and SharePoint.

Additional Information

Work Hours: Varies upon the needs of the department.

Travel Requirements: This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.

Mental/Physical Requirements: This position will be performed in an office setting.  The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

Visa is an EEO Employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.  Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law, including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.

U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is 161,500.00 to 234,200.00 USD per year, which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.