Director, Executive Protection

JOB SUMMARY

The Director,
Executive Protection, is responsible for the strategic leadership, standard
setting, management, and execution of Marriott International’s Executive
Protection program. Reporting within the Global Safety & Security
Department, this role oversees a team of executive protection specialists,
ensuring the safety and security of designated executives through a proactive,
intelligence‑led, and threat-based approach.

In addition to setting
program strategy, standards, and governance, the Director remains operationally
engaged and provides tactical and hands‑on support as required, including
protective operations, and contractor management. The role requires strong
leadership, sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to operate seamlessly
at strategic, operational, and tactical levels.

CANDIDATE
PROFILE

Education
and Experience

Required
• 10+ years’
experience leading executive protection or protective security programs in
a corporate, government, military, or law enforcement environment.
•
Bachelor’s Degree
• Demonstrated experience managing protective personnel
and intelligence or risk analysis functions.
• Strong background
in executive protection operations, advances, risk assessments and SOP
development.
• Proven ability to operate effectively at strategic,
operational, and tactical levels.
• Willingness and ability to travel
and provide operational coverage as needed.
Preferred

• Experience supporting senior corporate executives in a global or Fortune 500
environment.
• Formal executive protection, intelligence, or leadership
training from a recognized institution.
• Experience managing security
programs within hospitality, travel, or service‑oriented organizations.
•
CPR/AED and first aid certification.

CORE WORK
ACTIVITIES

Program Leadership &
Strategy
• Lead and manage Marriott International’s global
executive protection program, aligning protective operations with enterprise
risk management objectives and company values.
• Develop, implement,
and maintain executive protection policies, standards, and operating
procedures.
• Establish program priorities, resource allocation,
and performance metrics to ensure effectiveness and continuous improvement.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives on personal security risk
and mitigation strategies.

Team Management &
Development
• Directly manage and mentor executive protection
specialists, intelligence analyst, and contracted personnel.
• Ensure
appropriate staffing, training, readiness, and professional development of
the team.
• Foster a culture of professionalism, discretion, collaboration,
and service excellence consistent with Marriott’s culture.
• Oversee
scheduling, travel coordination, and operational readiness of the protection
team.

Intelligence & Risk Management
• Oversee
executive‑level risk assessments, threat monitoring, and protective intelligence
functions.
• Ensure timely collection, analysis, and dissemination
of intelligence relevant to executive safety.
• Partner with internal
stakeholders to integrate intelligence findings into protective planning
and decision‑making.

Operational & Tactical
Support
• Provide hands‑on support for protective operations
as required, including close protection, advances, and protective driving.

• Lead or support high‑risk or high‑visibility executive movements, special
events, and corporate meetings.
• Conduct or oversee residential,
workplace, and travel security assessments.
• Serve as incident commander
or senior advisor during executive‑related security incidents
or crises.

Stakeholder Engagement & Coordination

• Coordinate with hotel security teams, corporate leaders, legal, HR,
communications, and other internal partners.
• Build and maintain effective
relationships with external partners, including law enforcement, government
agencies, and private security providers.
• Represent Global Safety &
Security in executive‑level briefings and cross‑functional
forums.

Governance, Reporting & Budgeting
•
Manage program budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships.
• Prepare
executive‑level briefings, risk reports, and after‑action reviews.
• Ensure
compliance with applicable laws, regulations, an

At
Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer,
welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster
an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued
and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent,
and experiences of our associates.

We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including
disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

Marriott International is the world’s largest
hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities
for associates to grow and succeed. Be where you can do your best work,​
begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global​ team,
and become the best version of you.