Protective Security Specialist

Company Overview

ArmorGroup North America has had an established presence and reputation in North America for over 25 years, ensuring the US Government and its agencies, Fortune 500 corporations and international peace and security organizations are able to operate securely and confidently. We assist our clients by identifying and mitigating risks to their people, assets and interests and specialize in supporting contingency operations, crisis response and business continuity planning and implementation, both within North America and overseas.


Job Description 

ArmorGroup North America is looking for Protective Security Specialists, to work in the high threat austere environment.  These protective security specialists will provide a range of security services, including executive protection, information analysis, event security and static security.  **Worldwide Protective Services contract requires security professionals who can meet strict professional and ethical standards and represent the United States abroad.

What is the ArmorGroup Protective Security Services Program?

ArmorGroup North America is recruiting Protective Security Specialist in anticipation of winning the upcoming Department of State Worldwide Protective Services contract.  ArmorGroup is looking for people who possess a sense of pride in what they do.  The WPS Program is an opportunity to advance your career and to join an elite group of those who have taken the next steps in supporting the mission of the United States Government.

Life in these remote austere environments can be challenging and not for everyone; however, for those who have what it takes to operate in a combat region, it can be one of the most personal and professionally rewarding experiences in a lifetime.


What do we offer?

• Comprehensive Training
• Career Advancement
• Salaries are very competitive  
• Lodging and meals provided
• Complete uniform, weapons, and personal protective gear issued
• Pre-deployment training
• Duty and housing on secure compounds
• 9 week on / 3 week off rotations with Roundtrip R&R ticket provided
• Being a part of history

Protective Security Specialist Requirements:

• 5 years experience in protective security assignments.  Two of these years shall have been in a supervisory capacity. 
• 6 months of protective security experience working under the WPPS,  WPPS II contract or similar program.
• 5 years military/law enforcement/similar guard force experience
• Minimum 1 year in a tactical unit
• Proficient with the Glock 19, M4, Pump action Shotgun,  AK47, M240, M249 and M203                                                  

 Protective Security Specialist Additional Requirements:

• Background investigation, pre-employment drug screening, and physical agility tests are conducted
• Secret clearance required
• Will be subject to medical physicals
• Valid passport and Driver’s License