Who are we?
IOHK, is a technology company focused on Blockchain research and development. We are renowned for our scientific approach to blockchain development, emphasizing peer-reviewed research and formal methods to ensure security, scalability, and sustainability. Our projects include decentralized finance (DeFi), governance, and identity management, aiming to advance the capabilities and adoption of blockchain technology globally.
We invest in the unknown, applying our curiosity and desire for positive change to everything we do. By fueling creativity, innovation, and progress within our teams, our products and services are designed for people to be fearless, to be changemakers.
What the role involves:
You will be working on uniquely assigned projects under the guidance of your Program Manager for our internal and external clientele. In your day to day role as an Executive Protection Agent, you will assist in acting as a liaison between corporate executives, internal/external clientele, and senior security management teams, while providing close protection for C-Level executives and their family. You will perform all duties in accordance with IO Security, LLC policies and procedures, and all state & federal regulations. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to: providing safe and secure vehicle transportation for C-Level executives and their family; responding to emergency events as well as medical & non-medical issues; providing physical security, addressing staffing deficiencies, handling client requests in a timely manner, and any other tasks assigned to you by your immediate supervisor/PM.
We are looking for someone with a special operations background who has exceptional multitasking skills, pays close attention to detail, and who works independently on assignments. On occasion, this position requires coordination and collaboration with supporting or adjacent teams, agencies, or vendors to ensure clients security requirements are met in a timely and professional manner. The individual selected for this role must be flexible and able to respond to dynamic situations with sound judgment as well as have the ability to perform their duties on a national and international level. We encourage veterans and candidates with diverse law enforcement/security careers. We welcome all who share the same passions for protection as we do. We are not offering visa sponsorship for this position at this time.
- Develop relationships with clients, facilitate collaboration, and have the ability to influence informally across different departments within the team
- Track and report on program performance assurance and compliance requirements within the provided guidelines
- Prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities
- Provide assistance to employees and create a safe and friendly environment for visitors and clients in a professional manner
- Attend project meetings upon request to assess the security implications of proposed changes
- Work independently and adapt to various work-paces while always maintaining a high-level of attentiveness and energy
- Responsible for client and family safety, as well as safeguarding client assets
- Provide safe and secure vehicle transportation to and from designated locations for C-Level executives and their family.
- Watch for unusual activity and respond immediately and safely to emergency situations on-site
- Contact the police or fire department if and when there is an emergency
- Conducts ongoing threat, risk and vulnerability assessments
- Operates motor vehicles in a safe and legal manner
- Conducts protective advance operations
- Maintain up to date knowledge of local emergency services, routes, and points of interest within a given area of responsibility
- Operate in a low profile, low footprint capacity
- Maintain a high level of physical fitness and personal appearance
- Follow Executive Protection Standard Operating Procedures and Guidelines
- Comply with IO Security, LLC. Policy and Procedures
Requirements
Who you are:
- Extensive Executive Protection background
- All current or former members of the military must provide a copy of their DD 214, and or NGB 22-R/discharge paperwork. Applicants will only be considered if they have an honorable discharge annotated on their discharge documents.
- Extensive firearms and defensive tactics training course background
- Ability to provide quality customer service in both a corporate, and family type of environment
- Must be eligible for employment within the United States
- Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
- Must be able to pass an extensive background check
- Must have a special operations background
- Must live within reasonable driving distance of Longmont Colorado or be willing to relocate
- Must have a current state issued concealed carry permit and/or HR218, and must be eligible to obtain any state regulated armed security licensing
- Must have a minimum high school degree or equivalent
- Demonstrated competence in reacting to and handling emergencies
- Extensive experience working overseas
- Extensive EP/PSD training background
- Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds
- Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- All applicants must be able to pass a Physical Agility Test, with or without reasonable accommodation, prior to the scheduled start date.
- Please be aware that passing the physical agility test is a requirement for this position
- CPR/First Aid/AED for all ages is required, will be provided upon hire if you do not have current certs
- Possess a valid and current driver license
- Valid U.S Passport
- A graduate of a reputable executive protection training school, or similar equivalent experience, or military/police sponsored course that readily transfers to the responsibilities of this role
- Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements
Are you an IOGer?
- Do you find yourself questioning the status quo? Do you tinker with ideas and long to turn those ideas into solutions? Are you able to spark thoughtful debates, bringing out the inquisitiveness in others? Does the promise of continuously growing excite you? Then get ready to reimagine everything you thought wasn’t possible because that’s what it means to be an IOGer - we don’t set limits, we break them.
Benefits
IOG is a fully distributed organization but due to the nature of this role providing physical security, you will need to reside within a 30 minute drive from our Headquarters based in Longmont, Colorado or be willing to relocate.
The base salary for this position has a range of $83 up to $104k per year at the commencement of employment. Any offer is determined by overall experience and performance during the interview process. This is only part of the total compensation package.
All Employees
- Laptop reimbursement
- New starter package to buy hardware essentials (headphones, monitor, etc)
- Learning & Development opportunities
US Employees
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits coverage through Anthem for the employee and dependents
- 401k
- Health Savings Account
- Life Insurance
At IOG, we value diversity and always treat all employees and job applicants based on merit, qualifications, competence, and talent. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Last updated on Aug 14, 2024