Executive Protection Advance Agent - Onsite

Awarded a Healthiest Employer, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona aims to fulfill its mission to inspire health and make it easy. AZ Blue offers a variety of health insurance products and services to meet the diverse needs of individuals, families, and small and large businesses as well as providing information and tools to help individuals make better health decisions.

At AZ Blue, we have a hybrid workforce strategy, called Workability, that offers flexibility with how and where employees work. Our positions are classified as hybrid, onsite or remote. While the majority of our employees are hybrid, the following classifications drive our current minimum onsite requirements:

• Hybrid People Leaders: must reside in AZ, required to be onsite at least once per week

• Hybrid Individual Contributors: must reside in AZ, unless otherwise cited within this posting, required to be onsite at least once per month

• Onsite: daily onsite requirement based on the essential functions of the job

• Remote: not held to onsite requirements, however, leadership can request presence onsite for business reasons including but not limited to staff meetings, one-on-ones, training, and team building

Please note that onsite requirements may change in the future, based on business need, and job responsibilities. Most employees should expect onsite requirements and at a minimum of once per month.

Purpose of the job

Responsible for ensuring the safety and security of high-profile executives by conducting advance work at venues, public appearances, and travel destinations. This role involves evaluating the environment ahead of an executive's arrival to identify and mitigate risks, coordinating with local security personnel, and ensuring all safety protocols are in place. The Advance Agent acts as a critical component of the executive protection team, staying one step ahead to safeguard the executive and their entourage.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Required Work Experience

• 10 years of experience in executive protection, law enforcement, military, or security related field
• Experience handling firearms in a professional capacity
• Experience working in high-pressure or emergency response environments
• Strong situational awareness and risk assessment capabilities
• Ability to anticipate and mitigate threats before they occur
• Knowledge of security protocols, procedures, and firearm regulations
• Effective communication skills for interacting with law enforcement, event staff, and the executive protection team
• Physical fitness to perform advance work, conduct patrols, and respond to emergencies
• Ability to stay calm and make sound decisions under pressure

Required Education

• High-School Diploma or GED in field of study

Required Licenses

• Valid armed security guard license
• Valid Arizona Driver License, with an acceptable driving record

Required Certifications

• Firearms certification (required by local/state law)
• Ongoing firearms training and certifications
• Ongoing Firearms Training (required to maintain licensure)
• Tactical Driving Course Certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Work Experience

• 15 years of experience in executive protection, law enforcement, military, or security related field
• Experience in advance work for high-profile individuals or events

Preferred Education

• Additional coursework or certifications in executive protection, security management, or law enforcement

Preferred Licenses

• N/A

Preferred Certifications

• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Executive Protection Certification

ESSENTIAL job functions AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct Advance Site Assessments: Visit locations ahead of the executive to assess potential risks, identify security vulnerabilities, and ensure the safety of the environment.
• Establish Secure Travel Routes: Plan and secure travel routes to minimize risks, avoid potential hazards, and ensure smooth transitions between locations.
• Coordinate with Local Law Enforcement and Security Teams: Build relationships with local law enforcement, venue security, and event staff to establish security protocols.
• Secure Public Appearances and Events: Evaluate crowds, access points, and exit routes to ensure the executive's safety at public engagements.
• Provide Security Briefings: Deliver detailed security briefings to the executive protection team and executive, outlining the environment, risks, and emergency procedures.
• Ensure Acce