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Position Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced and discreet Senior Executive Protection Specialist to safeguard our executive leadership team, including the CEO, founders, and other high-profile individuals within Caris Life Sciences. This role is critical in ensuring the safety and continuity of leadership operations in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment. The ideal candidate will be licensed to carry a firearm, possess deep experience in executive protection, and demonstrate a strong understanding of the unique security challenges in the tech sector.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide armed close protection for executives during travel, public appearances, and at corporate or private events.

• Lead executive protection operations for senior Caris executives and Caris Facilities routinely.

• Develop and implement security strategies that address potential threats, risks, and vulnerabilities.

• Conduct detailed advance work, including site assessments, travel route planning, and threat analysis for domestic and international trips.

• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., Legal, HR, IT Security) to ensure holistic protection strategies.

• Monitor digital and physical threats, including those arising from social media, activism, or corporate espionage.

• Maintain a low profile while ensuring a high level of readiness and professionalism.

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the safety and security of high-level personnel during travel and events i.e. law enforcement, private security, and international security partners.

• Prepare and maintain detailed incident reports, travel logs, and risk assessments.

• Provide expert investigations and analysis support to Counterintelligence, Investigations, and Threat Management.

• Train and mentor junior protection agents and support staff in best practices and company protocols.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• 7–10+ years of experience in executive protection, military special operations, or federal/State/Local law enforcement.

• 3+ years working in a full-time certified law enforcement officer position(s).

• Valid license to carry a firearm and strong understanding of applicable state and federal laws.

• Capable of obtaining State of Texas Level IV Security Certification (PPO License).

• Advanced medical training (e.g., EMT, TCCC, CPR/AED Instructor).

• Expertise in developing and implementing comprehensive protection plans.

• Proficiency in collecting and analyzing information from reliable sources.

• Proficiency in conducting risk assessments and managing executive related threats.

• Proactively identify, evaluate, and manage risks that could adversely impact executive leadership or major corporate events.

• Serve as the expert on executive security risks, advocating for balanced and appropriate risk mitigation strategies.

• Develop, document, and implement logistical and safety plans for both routine and threat-based scenarios.

• Provide senior leadership with pertinent safety and logistical information and recommendations.

• Proficient skills in creating and executing emergency response plans.

• Strong ability to work with internal teams, external agencies, and law enforcement.

• Ability to ensure safe and efficient travel arrangements.

• Drive the CEO on needed basis.

• Clear and effective communication with executives and stakeholders.

• Proficiency in defensive driving, emergency medical response, and threat mitigation.

• Excellent judgment, discretion, and communication skills.

• Proven tactical capabilities.

• Ability to travel frequently and work flexible hours (24/7, 365); including nights and weekends.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred.

• Prior experience supporting C-suite executives or founders in high-growth tech environments or publicly traded companies.

• Advanced medical training (e.g., EMT, TCCC, CPR/AED Instructor).

• HR-218 (LEOSA) eligibility.

• ALERRT Certification preferred.

• Multilingual capabilities, especially in languages relevant to international travel (e.g., Spanish, Mandarin, Arabic).

• Familiarity with technical surveillance countermeasures (TSCM) and digital threat monitoring tools.

• International or domestic field/travel experience is also beneficial but not required.

• Experience with cybersecurity protocols and collaboration with IT security teams.

• Knowledge of corporate crisis management and business continuity planning.

• Certification in behavioral threat assessment or workplace violence prevention (e.g., ATAP, WAVR-21).

• Experience working with intelligence platforms and OSINT tools for threat detection.

• Prior Leadership experience managing staff in security operations centers (SOCs), coordinating with GSOCs, or general security teams.

• Familiarity with privacy laws and executive data protection best practices.

• Experience in managing security logistics for large-scale tech events, conferences, or product launches.

• Training in de-escalation techniques and non-lethal force options.

• Experience with secure communications technology and encrypted mobile platforms.

Physical Demands

• General work environment – sitting for extended periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions, such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning.

• Noise level is typically low to medium.

• Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds over head.

Training

• All job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee.

Other

• On Call 24/7, 365 days.

• Travel up to 25%.

Conditions of Employment: Individual must successfully complete pre-employment process, which includes criminal background check, drug screening, credit check ( applicable for certain positions) and reference verification.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Caris Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.