Associate Director, Executive Protection

Gilead Sciences

Foster City, CA, US
Base: $182,070.00 - $235,620.00; bonus/equity: dis...
Conduct travel security advances and risk assessments
Provide executive safety briefings for high-risk locations
Coordinate security for high-profile events and board meetings
This role supports the operational execution of Gilead's Executive Protection Program by providing close protection and security support to senior executives globally

Job Summary

  • This role supports the operational execution of Gilead's Executive Protection Program by providing close protection and security support to senior executives globally.
  • The position requires conducting advance security assessments, providing travel safety briefings, and coordinating special services for high-profile events like Annual Stockholder Meetings.
  • Gilead offers a competitive salary range of $182,070.00 - $235,620.00 along with discretionary bonuses, stock incentives, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Matching Summary

This role supports the operational execution of Gilead's Executive Protection Program by providing close protection and security support to senior executives globally.

Salary

Base: $182,070.00 - $235,620.00; Bonus/Equity: Discretionary annual bonus and stock-based long-term incentives eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Conduct travel security advances and risk assessments
  • Provide executive safety briefings for high-risk locations
  • Coordinate security for high-profile events and board meetings
  • Manage third-party vendor relationships for security services
  • Perform intelligence reviews and threat monitoring

Nice-to-have

  • Experience building new security programs from scratch
  • Strong decision-making in crisis and non-crisis situations
  • Ability to work irregular hours and weekends as needed
  • Excellent report writing and presentation skills
  • Comfortable interacting with senior executives and government reps

Key Requirements

  • BA/BS with 10+ years experience or MA/MS with 8+ years
  • H.R. 218 Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA) credentials required
  • Ability to obtain Federal Air Marshal Service ASO certification
  • Valid passport and ability to travel internationally approximately 30%
  • Preferred: 10+ years law enforcement or federal agency protection experience

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