Vice President Security and Protection Operations

Site Security Manager

Directs, coordinates and implements site security, operations and activities to ensure the protection of executives, managers, employees, physical and information assets, while ensuring optimal use of personnel and equipment.

Responsibilities :

• Develops and delivers preventative programs to protect against criminal financial loss, counterfeiting, crime against persons, sabotage, threats, emergencies, illegal acts, and property or environmental crimes.
• Plans, develops and directs the organizations protective services function.
• Develops, manages and executes protective services programs for executives and their families.
• Manages planning, coordination and execution of plans for visiting dignitaries.
• Experience planning and executing secure travel itineraries, including international travel.
• Directs the security planning and execution of major corporate meetings and events.
• Develops and implements protective service strategies, objectives, plans and procedures.
• Proven ability to lead and manage teams.
• Proven experience in conducting threat assessments, vulnerability analyses and security audits.
• Develops and documents standards of measurement of quality and effectiveness of programs.
• Develops and maintains intra and interagency coordination.
• Determines need for and manages procurement, installation and operational instruction of security equipment.
• Develops and maintains personal profiles and conducts risk assessment of all personnel covered by protective services.
• Possesses a high level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Skilled in handling emergencies, evacuations, and medical incidents.
• Technical proficiency to include familiarity with surveillance systems, GPS tracking, secure communications, and cybersecurity basics.
• Legal and Compliance knowledge to include understanding of laws related to use of force, privacy, firearms and international security regulations.
• Develops and manages the capital and expense budget for protection operations.
• Identifies groups, individuals and merging technologies that may pose threat to executives.
• Keeps management informed on major accomplishments, issues and concerns.
• Develops, trains and directs personnel in the Protective Service function.

Education / Previous Experience : Master's degree or international equivalent in an area of study relevant to this position and more than 15 years' experience with a major law enforcement, intelligence, public service or private sector security organization or bachelor's degree or international equivalent in an area of study relevant to this position and more than 20 years' experience with a major law enforcement, intelligence, public or private sector security organization. Has demonstrated experience and exposure in the international security arena. Certified Protection Professional (CPP) and / or Certified Protection Officer (CPO), or equivalent military / law enforcement qualifications preferred. Multilingual capabilities preferred. Prior experience working with C-Suite executives or high-net-worth individuals.

Soft Skills :

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. We expect our associates at all levels to : Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same; Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes; Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind; Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter; Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm.

At Raymond James as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.