Executive Protection Specialist

Executive Protection Specialist

Department: Public Safety
Organization: Johns Hopkins Health System
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Travel: Domestic travel required, primarily within Washington, D.C. and surrounding states

The Executive Protection Specialist (EPS) is a mission-critical member of the Executive Security Program (ESP) within the Johns Hopkins Public Safety framework. Reporting to the Deputy Chief, Investigations (who serves as the Executive Protection Coordinator), this role is responsible for ensuring the physical safety, secure mobility, and risk mitigation of senior leadership — including the Presidents of JHU, JHHS, and JHM, and their spouses.

This position blends real-time protective operations with advance planning, threat intelligence integration, and executive-level service. The EPS serves as both a principal protective driver and operational lead for close protection assignments locally and nationally.

• Serve as principal transportation officer for designated executives, ensuring safe, efficient, and discreet travel.

• Conduct advance security assessments for meetings, events, and public engagements.

• Identify and implement alternate routes, secure parking, and staging areas based on threat intelligence and real-time conditions.

• Maintain superior situational awareness and defensive driving standards.

• Provide real-time situational awareness and threat reporting.

• Monitor and cross-reference intelligence platforms to ensure operational readiness.

• Scale protection efforts based on tiered threat assessments and travel risk analysis.

• Lead and coordinate internal and vendor-based close protection teams.

• Support residence protection operations as required.

• Collaborate with internal security partners to maintain seamless executive protection coverage.

• Submit detailed post-mission reports, site surveys, and threat documentation.

• Participate in weekly threat briefings and strategic planning sessions.

• Assist in the development and enhancement of ESP operations manuals and SOPs.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Experience

• Minimum 7 years of law enforcement, military, or executive protection experience required

• Experience in high-threat or international executive protection assignments preferred

• Experience supporting university executives, corporate leaders, or government dignitaries preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong situational awareness and defensive driving capabilities

• Familiarity with protective intelligence tools and travel risk platforms

• Exceptional discretion and integrity

• Ability to remain calm under pressure and rapidly assess evolving threats

• Proficiency with GPS navigation, secure communication tools, and intelligence systems

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• State of Maryland Wear and Carry Permit required

• LEOSA eligibility preferred

• EMT or Tactical Emergency Medical certification preferred (must obtain within 6 months if not currently certified)

• IAHSS Supervisor Level Certification required

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record:

  • No more than 5 points on MVR

  • No more than 7 points from driving infractions on Samba Safety assessment

  • No 15+ points from non-valid license status

• Successful completion of background investigation, psychological screening, and firearms qualification

• Completion and maintenance of required certifications including CPR, Stop the Bleed, Narcan, and de-escalation training

• Flexible scheduling required, including early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays

• Must maintain readiness posture and be able to deploy with short notice

• High-stakes environment requiring sound judgment and calm decision-making

• Extended periods of standing and walking

This is a unique opportunity to serve in a highly visible, mission-driven role protecting executive leadership within one of the nation’s most respected academic health systems. The Executive Protection Specialist plays a critical…