Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
The Special Security Services Team encompasses Anduril's Crisis Management, Threat Intelligence, Investigations, Travel Security, GSOC and Executive Protection Divisions. Our mission is to safeguard Anduril's people, assets, and operations through integrated security solutions that encompass proactive risk management, crisis preparedness, actionable threat intelligence, thorough investigations, executive protection, and 24/7 global monitoring. We are committed to anticipating and mitigating risks, responding immediately to incidents, and fostering a resilient security culture that enables Anduril to innovate and operate confidently in a dynamic global environment.
Anduril Industries is seeking a highly skilled and professional Executive Protection Operations Lead to join our EP Program. This role reports directly to the Executive Protection Operations Manager and combines traditional executive protection duties with administrative support and logistics.
- Close Protection: Provide close protection and other security-related functions for executives during domestic and international assignments.
- Driving and Transportation Support: Provide secure transportation for C-suite executives ensuring their safety, security, and comfort during travel.
- Security Advances: Conduct security advances, produce site surveys and security assessments, lead domestic and international advance teams, and make security recommendations to manage an optimize risk.
- Operations: Participate in mission planning, threat assessments, and event planning to ensure access control, asset protection, confidentiality, and other security matters are adequately addressed through a written plan accepted by stakeholders.
- Communication: Maintain timely and effective communication with the Operations Manager, executive staff, and other team members to coordinate security efforts. Recommend and implement security measures to enhance security for your areas of focus, our facilities, operations, and people.
- Documentation and Data Collection: Prepare reports, produce deliverables, and track and record security resource allocation for the executive protection team. Track service data related to executive protection activities to enhance operational efficiency and reporting.
- Operational Equipment: Ensure vehicles are clean and operating within all safety and maintenance guidelines. Operate and maintain protective, operations, and communications equipment and promptly identify and escalate deficiencies/failures. Issue, track, and maintain executive protection travel kits and other tactical equipment and consumables.
- Proven experience leading executive protection and/or protective security operations, with a strong understanding of protective security principles and risk management.
- Excellent data tracking and management skills, with proficiency in relevant software tools.
- Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Experience working with executive staff and managing service and support requests.
- Professional appearance and demeanor with concierge-level customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including travel as required.
- High level of discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive information. Maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information.
- Frequent sitting, standing and/or walking, which may be required for long periods of time, and may involve climbing stairs and walking up inclines and on uneven terrain. On occasion, may be required to perform stressful and physical activity.
- Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities
- Multi-National Protective Services experience
- Bachelor's degree in related field
- Familiarity with vehicle maintenance and equipment logistics is preferred.
- Valid EMT Certification
- Works well in a team environment and gets hands-on to complete the tasks needed to protect the company and people
- Software Proficiency: Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, incident management systems, and other relevant software platforms
- Technology Literacy: Familiarity with various technology tools and databases used in security operations
- Prior Security, Military or Law Enforcement experience
- Valid BSIS Guard Card
- Valid BSIS Firearms Permit
- Valid California Concealed Weapon Permit or LEOSA (HR 218) Credentials (?)
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:
- Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
- For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.
- For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
- Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
- Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
- 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
- Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
- Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
- A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
- Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
- Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
- Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
- 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)
The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.
Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you!
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