Executive Protection & Event Security Sr. Manager

Executive Protection & Event Security Sr. Manager

At Capital One, we dare to dream, disrupt and deliver a better way. Our goal is simple—bring ingenuity, simplicity and humanity to an industry ripe for change. Our Global Workplace Services (GWS) team is a dynamic organization where development matters as much as our ability to provide collaborative and secure environments that drive connection, innovation and business success. Our commitment extends beyond solutions; it embraces a culture of care. We value, celebrate and respect each teammate's unique talents, experience, and contributions.

In GWS, our team manages a diverse portfolio of mixed-use owned and leased properties. We’re constantly transforming our workplace to enable our employees to work the way they work best. But it doesn’t stop there. We don’t just reimagine and create fabulous spaces and amenities, we also manage and operate them and ensure the safety and security of our employees and the community—we’re a well-oiled machine! That’s why our team is looking to add an Executive Protection and Event Security Manager. 

The Executive Protection (EP) and Event Security Senior Manager is a critical member of the Global Workplace Services Team at Capital One.  This is a new role and the selected candidate will lead and manage the day to day operations of a team that focuses on the safety and security of the Executive Management Team; and coordination of security protocols for a variety of high profile events. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in security management, threat assessment and protective operations. The selected candidate will be  responsible for leading a team of security professionals and executing balanced security protocols in line with Capital One’s culture and industry standards; ensuring the highest level of protection for all designated individuals, events and properties. 

These services may require long hours including nights, weekends and holidays. Candidates must be willing to travel domestically and internationally (up to 25%), sometimes on short notice. This position is fully on-site and must be based in Mclean, VA.  Since travel is required you must have a valid U.S. driver’s license and U.S. passport.

The Ideal Candidate Should:

• Lead with purpose, fostering a culture where every team member can thrive and contribute to our shared mission

• Understand and leverage available channels and stakeholders to outline an effective communication  strategy/plan toward effective presentations through compelling storytelling

• Leverage different approaches and build on the ideas and perspectives of others

• Possess a ‘customer focused’ mindset with strong business acumen

• Considers multiple fact-based options and and makes recommendations to build consensus on complicated concepts with extended scope

• The ability to find common ground and viable solutions to complex problems in a highly collaborative environment

• In-depth knowledge of security protocols, threat assessment methodologies and risk management strategies

• Proven crisis management experience and ability to lead during critical incidents

• Deep experience in protective tactics and procedures

• Excellent problem solving abilities and the capacity to make critical decisions in high-pressure situations

• Demonstrated strong experience coordinating with multiple law enforcement agencies.

• The ability to navigate ambiguity with ease and exercise autonomy in decision making while adapting to and championing change

• Demonstrated discretion, professionalism and confidentiality when handling sensitive information and high-profile individuals

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute a comprehensive executive protection program and strategy that aligns with the organization’s goals and objectives

• Manage and lead a team of security professionals across a matrixed environment

• Update and test emergency response plans and crisis management protocols, ensuring the safety and well-being of executives during critical incidents

• Conduct thorough risk assessments and escalate the awareness of potential threats to executives and company assets

• Prepare and deliver regular reports to senior managemen