Executive Protection Specialist

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

The Executive Protection Specialist is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of company executives and high-profile individuals by executing security measures to protect clients against threats or risks while maintaining confidentiality and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments to identify potential threats to the safety of the executives or individuals under protection.
• Implement security plans and protocols tailored to specific needs and environments.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement and security agencies as needed to ensure comprehensive protection.
• Travels to support security operations before/during/after designated special events and EP assignments and is available for after-hours security response as needed. (about 40% of time)
• Support TSCM Specialists on surveillance and monitoring activities to prevent and detect unauthorized access or suspicious activities.
• Respond rapidly and effectively to security incidents or emergencies, ensuring the safety of the client, including after hours as needed.
• Maintain and update security equipment and systems to ensure optimal functionality.
• Conduct background checks and vetting of locations, events, and individuals involved in the client's activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in an area of study relevant to the position or equivalent is preferred. 5 years of experience
• Prior experience in law enforcement, military, or security services is preferred.
• Strong observational and analytical skills to assess threats and risks effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with clients and security personnel.
• Ability to work independently and remain calm under pressure in high-stress situations.
• Flexibility to work varying hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Certification in first aid and self-defense techniques is desirable.
• Law Enforcement Officer's Safety Act (LEOSA) Concealed Carry License required /Legal authorization to carry a firearm required.

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: ​

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. ​

• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.​

• This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs. ​

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of  any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law. 

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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