A World-Changing Company
Palantir builds the world's leading software for data-driven decisions and operations. By bringing the right data to the people who need it, our platforms empower our partners to develop lifesaving drugs, forecast supply chain disruptions, locate missing children, and more.
The Role
As an Executive Protection Specialist, you will be tasked with conducting close protection for executive level staff. In this role, you will be directly responsible for providing efficient and high-quality support to the CEO and executive staff, as well as safeguarding client assets. You are expected to competently respond to any situation that may arise while supporting executives and exude a level of calmness and control around you. You must be able to independently work on projects, from conception to completion, and be able to work under pressure to handle a wide variety of activities.
Core Responsibilities
Report directly to executives and senior leadership.
Conduct threat assessments of domestic and international locations and liaise with the executive support staff to address and mitigate security concerns.
Conduct security advances and coordinate protective services for senior executives both domestic and international.
Respond to incidents involving suspicious packages, protestors, media, and the public.
Participate in the planning of company events to ensure a safe and secure venue for executives and provide special security arrangements for events involving senior executives.
Coordinate with third party protective details as necessary.
Support and execute other security projects as assigned by the Executive Protection Lead.
What We Value
3+ years' experience in physical security and protective services working with executive personnel in the military, government, or law enforcement space.
Experience managing contract security services.
Thorough knowledge of travels domestic and abroad outside of standard military deployments.
Tier 1 Medical Qualification including CPR/First Aid/AED, state or country equivalent for all ages.
BTEC Level 3 Certification in Close Protection (current, or ability to achieve in a timely fashion) or equivalent.
What We Require
Travel (both domestic and international) up to 50% of the time.
Ability to work nights and weekends as required.
Ability to work well both independently and with others in a diverse, high-tempo environment, maintaining a high level of professionalism at all times.
Possession of a valid and current driver license.
Salary
The estimated salary range for this position is estimated to be $125,000 - $140,000/year. Total compensation for this position may also include Restricted Stock units, sign-on bonus and other potential future incentives. Further note that total compensation for this position will be determined by each individual's relevant qualifications, work experience, skills, and other factors. This estimate excludes the value of any potential sign-on bonus; the value of any benefits offered; and the potential future value of any long-term incentives.
Benefits
Employees (and their eligible dependents) can enroll in medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as voluntary life insurance.
Employees are automatically covered by Palantir's basic life, AD&D and disability insurance.
Commuter benefits.
Take what you need paid time off, not accrual based.
2 weeks paid time off built into the end of each year (subject to team and business needs).
10 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
Supportive leave of absence program including time off for military service and medical events.
Paid leave for new parents and subsidized back-up care for all parents.
Fertility and family building benefits including but not limited to adoption, surrogacy, and preservation.
Stipend to help with expenses that come with a new child.
Employees can enroll in Palantir's 401k plan.
Life at Palantir
We want every Palantirian to achieve their best outcomes, that's why we celebrate individuals' strengths, skills, and interests, from your first interview to your longterm growth, rather than rely on traditional career ladders. Paying attention to the needs of our community enables us to optimize our opportunities to grow and helps ensure many pathways to success at Palantir. Promoting health and well-being across all areas of Palantirians' lives is just one of the ways we're investing in our community. Learn more atLife at Palantirand note that our offerings may vary by region.
In keeping consistent with Palantir's values and culture, we believe employees are "better together" and in-person work affords the opportunity for more creative outcomes. Therefore, we encourage employees to work from our offices to foster connectivity and innovation. Many teams do offer hybrid options (WFH a day or two a week), allowing our employees to strike the right trade-off for their personal productivity. Based on business need, there are a few roles that allow for "Remote" work on an exceptional basis. If you are applying for one of these roles, you must work from the state in which you are employed. If the posting is specified as Onsite, you are required to work from an office.
If you want to empower the world's most important institutions, you belong here. Palantir values excellence regardless of background. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer for all, including but not limited to Veterans and those with disabilities. Palantir is committed to making the application and hiring process accessible to everyone and will provide a reasonable accommodation for those living with a disability. If you need an accommodation for the application or hiring process, pleasereach outand let us know how we can help.#J-18808-Ljbffr