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The Executive Protection Officer (EPO) / Global Security Specialist will join Adobe’s growing Global Safety and Security (GSS) Executive Protection (EP) program and work in the areas of Executive Close Protection, Travel Security, Residential Security, Protective Intelligence, along with other EP assignments and activities. The person in this role will report to the Director of Executive Protection. They will belong to a team that safeguards Adobe’s Executive Team (E-team) and other senior leaders! This includes VIPs visiting Adobe facilities or attending Adobe-sponsored events. The incumbent will also support other GSS programs such as Investigations, Major Event Security and Crisis Preparedness / Business Continuity Planning. The incumbent is encouraged to demonstrate Adobe Values and handle the position’s duties with discretion, nuance, and maturity. They need excellent judgement, decision-making, and program management skills.
What you'll Do Contribute to the expansion of Adobe’s Global EP program which includes Close Protection Operations, Travel Security, Residential Security, and Threat Monitoring. Coordinate contract team members and work in close partnership with Adobe's E-team, their immediate staff, and family members. Establish and maintain trust-focused professional relationships with the Adobe leadership team and key partners. Continuously improve global law enforcement and security liaison efforts with government and private sector contacts to address crime, political unrest, terrorism and violent individual with grievances. Contribute to continuous training and professional development for EP personnel and contracted staff, implementing programs on situational awareness, surveillance detection, digital security, and emerging protective technologies to ensure preparedness for evolving and emerging threats. Review key performance indicators, including response times and risk mitigation success, seek feedback from executives, partners and provide recommendations for improvements. Contribute to regular program reviews, continuously assess and improve EP program’s strategies, protocols, and operational efficiency.
What you need to succeed Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of experience in protective services at the operational and leadership level (senior supervisory experience preferred). Extensive practical experience in protective operations (site advances, route planning, protective intelligence, security vehicle operations, etc.) across both local and international settings. Experience in high-risk locations a plus. Extensive Dignitary/Executive Protection training in both soft skills (assessment, planning, mentality, conflict resolution, diplomatic negotiations, etc.) and hard skills (protective formations, motorcade operations, counter-terrorism driving, evacuation to safety, threat detection and mitigation, etc.) Ability to walk long distances and remain alert and focused for extended periods of time per executive’s schedule and activity! Demonstrated effectiveness leading a team of security contractors. Skilled at facility / residential security technology deployment and management. Established track record managing foreign security teams in non-English speaking, and multicultural environments strongly preferred (foreign language ability desired). Proven capability to collaborate with security and law enforcement partners at all levels, jurisdictions and global locations. Ability to leverage networks / connections and diplomatically engage and develop new support networks in unfamiliar or foreign environments. Effective and appropriate communication with exec and staff and family. Demonstrated ability to brief senior leaders with credibility and confidence. Outstanding people skills, negotiation skills, and ability to work well with others outside of the security or law enforcement profession. Demonstrated outstanding judgement and decision-making during crisis situations involving life-safety matters. Additional training, certifications and life-saving skills preferred. Professional training and extensive experience in investigation, major event security, crisis preparedness and business continuity planning. Professional training and expertise in surveillance detection and counter-surveillance in domestic and overseas environments preferred. Willingness to relocate and live in the area around corporate headquarters in San Jose. Available for worldwide travel at times on short notice. Ability to expertly navigate international travel, international borders, ports of entry, Embassies and Consulates for traveling teams and Adobe executives. Trustworthy in handling confidential information. Demonstrated discretion and skilled in protection of sensitive proprietary and personal information. Active or prior U.S. Government security clearance preferred.

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Expected Pay Range: Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $128,000 - $231,600 annually. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.

In California, the pay range for this position is $159,900 - $231,600

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