Archive for category Executive Protection

Industry Talk: The Steele Foundation Expands Latin American Footprint With New Monterrey Office

Jan 13

Posted by Matt in Executive Protection, Haiti, Industry Talk, Mexico | No Comments

This is good to hear, and I am glad that Steele is getting in there with some value added and highly organized services. What is also interesting, is that most of my readership in Mexico, comes from Monterrey. So for you guys reading the blog, congrats and I hope business goes well for you down there. And if you are one of the numerous thugs in Monterrey that are reading this, go play with your Santa Muerte doll.

One other thing. The Steele Foundation was really into the Haiti stuff back in the day, and it would not surprise me if those guys were involved with rescuing clients there as we speak. Hopefully someone from the company could pop up in the comments section and maybe add a little to that? I know Steele was pretty busy during the Katrina hurricane disaster, and this stuff is right up their ally.-Matt

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STEELE Expands Latin American Footprint With New Monterrey Office

January 12, 2010

Focus on Security Consulting, Protective Services and Emergency Response for Mexican and Multinational Companies

SAN FRANCISCO & MEXICO CITY–Responding to a spike in client demand and violence that has destabilized regional security conditions, The Steele Foundation™, a global provider of investigative, consulting and strategic security services, today announced plans to expand its world-class services in Mexico City and Baja California with a new regional office and operations hub in Monterrey focused on security consulting, protective services and emergency response for businesses with operations in the vital Monterrey market.

“Recent months have been marked by a worrisome increase in the level of violence in Monterrey – and by the brazen nature of these acts,” said Greg Pearson, Chief Operating Officer at STEELE. “Organized crime organizations throughout the region have tightened their grip and have no regard for foreign business operations and their associated personnel. STEELE’s expanded footprint in Monterrey will enhance personal safety and access to security services for our clients and their family members on a daily basis.”

Thousands of U.S. and other multinational companies and major manufacturing facilities are based in Monterrey, the capital of the state of Nuevo Leon and second largest city in Mexico. Security conditions have deteriorated throughout the area over recent months as criminal groups have taken firmer hold of territory, fostering increased risk for kidnappings and other related violence. “The rules have changed and personal safety is clearly under threat. Multinational companies are paying attention to the need for appropriate security not only for their top executives but also for their family members,” said Pearson.

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Tags: disaster relief, Executive Protection, Haiti, Mexico, Monterrey, Steele Foundation

Executive Protection: Corporate Security Officer, California

Dec 13

Posted by Matt in Executive Protection, Jobs | No Comments

This is for one of GE’s companies, NBC Universal. It sounds like they want a retired police officer for this, but they will accept other types of security pros. No word on how much they are paying, and you will have to contact them directly. Good luck. -Matt

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NBCUExecutive Protection: Corporate Security Officer, California

Job Number: 1122837

Business: NBC Universal

Business Segment: NBC Universal – West Coast Entertainment

About Us : NBC Universal is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies. We develop, produce and market entertainment, news and information to a global market. NBC Universal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, and world-renowned theme parks.

Posted Position Title: Corp. Security, Investigator, Investigation & Executive Ops

Career Level: Experienced

Function: Environmental Health & Safety

Function Segment: Health and Safety

Location: United States

U.S. State or China Province: California

City: Universal City

Postal Code: 91608-1002

Relocation Expenses: None

Role Summary/Purpose: To conduct investigations for the Corporate Security Department. This investigative responsibility includes the Universal City Campus, the Burbank campus and related, remote television stations and Universal Studios Hollywood. To coordinate essential investigative activities with the Information Technology Department as appropriate. To coordinate investigations as necessary, with outside private agencies and public sector departments. Provide detailed reports, on the investigative function.

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Tags: Executive Protection, GE, Jobs, NBC Universal

Executive Protection: R.L. Oatman On Film In Mexico, Protecting Author Brad Thor

Dec 2

Posted by Matt in Executive Protection, Film, Mexico | 4 Comments

This is a show I would like to see. Oatman is famous in the executive protection (EP) world, and the courses he teaches are fantastic from what I have heard. It is definitely on my list for future training. R.L. Oatman is also the author of several excellent books on the subject of EP and security.

What really makes this interesting, is the author that he is protecting while filming in the slums of Mexico. The author’s name is Brad Thor and he is writing a thriller about battling the gangs and crime in Mexico. Brad Thor has made quite a name for himself in the military/police/contractor world, and this show should be packed with all sorts of industry best practices for EP. Check it out. -Matt

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rlo1Executive Protection: R.L. Oatman On Film In Mexico, Protecting Author Brad Thor

Towson security firm seen at work in Mexico

Team protects author researching drug trade, kidnappings

Gus G. Sentementes

December 1, 2009

Robert L. Oatman does executive protection – and no, he isn’t a beefy, brainless bodyguard.

He is a fit, trim and congenial figure who likes to wear crisp suits and who works with his team to draw up complex plans for shielding people they’re paid to protect. It’s a point of professional pride that none of his clients have ever been attacked on his watch over the past 20 years.”If you’ve got to touch your gun, it means you’ve made a mistake,” said Oatman, 62, whose R.L. Oatman & Associates Inc. is based in Towson. “It’s not about the gun. It’s all about planning.”Much of the work that Oatman and his associates do is low profile and behind the scenes, since most clients don’t want attention drawn to them and they want to avoid dangerous situations. Because of the confidential nature of his work, Oatman avoids publicity and ordinarily would’ve scoffed at the idea of allowing a film crew to shoot him and his team in action – until the right opportunity called.A New York-based television production company called him up a few months ago, wanting to send a crew to shadow him and his team on one of their missions for a new show called “Dangerous Drives,” on Fox’s Speed Channel cable network.It turned out to be a new kind of adventure for Oatman, who has been on many in his 40 years of law enforcement and executive protection experience. In September, Oatman and his team protected thriller writer Brad Thor on a trip to some of the grittiest parts of Mexico City while the author did research for a book on drug trafficking and kidnapping – and a film crew taped their efforts.

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Tags: Brad Thor, Executive Protection, Mexico, RL Oatman

Industry Talk: Interview With Sunil Ram, CEO of Executive Security Services International

Oct 28

Posted by Matt in Canada, Executive Protection, Industry Talk | No Comments

This was cool. Sunil actually contacted me the other day, and we had a pleasant exchange of emails. He expressed an interest in sharing any published stories of his company on FJ. I obliged by posting this interview below that he did awhile back, and I also put up a link to his company for any of my Canadian readers that are interested. Now that is new media information engagement, and bravo to Sunil for doing so.

His company is also one of the few Canadian security companies out there, that are actually licensed by their government. One of these days, we will do a post on how that is working out up north, and if there is anything we can learn from that program here in the US. -Matt

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Edit: 11/21/2009- I was contacted by Professor Sunil Ram, who is someone completely different than the Sunil Ram in this interview, and for the readership and record, I just wanted to make sure everyone knew the difference. I imagine they get mixed up together often.

Also, here is Professor Sunil Ram’s background:

Adjunct Professor, School of Security and Global Studies, American Military University

Military Advisor, Saudi Royal Family

Defense Studies Committee, Royal Canadian Military Institute

Thesis Advisor (COTIPSO), Peace Operations Training Institute

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Guarding Lives

Jan 17, 2007 11:41 AM, By Ashley Roe

Veteran personal security specialist shares his experience in the industry.

When assassins threaten famous people, it only takes seconds for bodyguards to spring into action and offer protection a skill that Sunil Ram, a veteran personal protection specialist, says only comes with training.

Ram is the owner of the Huntsville, Ont.-based Executive Security Services International (ESSI) and has worked in the personal protection industry for 21 years. He shares his perspective of the personal protection business in an interview with Access Control & Security Systems. More information on ESSI can be found at http://www.essi.cjb.net/.

WHAT TYPE OF protection services do you offer? Our specialists protect executives, celebrities, entertainers, athletes, doctors, lawyers, abused women and witnesses. We provide our services to clients around the globe, and currently, we have 20 on-call security specialists.

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Tags: Canada, Executive Protection, Executive Security Services International, Industry Talk, security, Sunil Ram

Jobs: Union Pacific Special Agent, California

Oct 24

Posted by Matt in California, Executive Protection, Jobs | No Comments

Special Agent

Work Location: Mira Loma, CA

Closing Date: November 30, 2009

Basic Purpose of Job:

Responsible for employee and public safety; protection of facilities, real estate and assets; and the protection of our customer’s lading through police activities, security services, and crime prevention and safety initiatives.

There is no relocation assistance available for this assignment. If selected for this position, you must be willing to relocate without Company reimbursement.

Accountabilities:

• Promote public safety through grade crossing traffic enforcement operations (CARE) and the investigation of unsafe motorist incidents.

• Implement the Union Pacific’s Homeland Security “security” plan counter measures as threat levels change.

• Participate in “red team” audits on critical targets to test vulnerabilities and validate effectiveness of security measures.

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Tags: California, Executive Protection, Jobs, union pacific

Jobs: Executive Protection Specialist, Los Angeles

Oct 22

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EXECUTIVE PROTECTION SPECIALIST-09439

Description

Invest in your career. Invest in your future.

At Union Bank, our people are our greatest asset. We are one of the largest banks in California with a longstanding reputation for professional training and career development. In addition to investing in our employees, Union Bank has established a generous community reinvestment program that works to uplift communities and watch them grow. We invest in a diverse workforce as our employees come from many different backgrounds, bringing with them different experiences and perspectives. Union Bank is nationally recognized for being ranked among the top ten companies for diversity in the workplace.

Become part of a team where community, diversity, and exceptional service are part of everyone’s job. Invest in you!

The primary job responsibilities of an Executive Protection Specialist are the safety and personal security of the Company CEO, Executive Management, and designated other employees. These duties include but are not limited to, threat assessment, monitoring of security systems, preplanning activities for regular and special events, coordination with various service providers, and providing close personal protection to the principles as they go about their daily activities. These services may require long hours including nights, weekends and holidays. Candidates must be willing to travel worldwide, sometimes on short notice.

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Tags: Jobs, Los Angeles, protection specialist, union bank

Jobs: Protective Services Agent Level I-IV, Hawaii

Oct 11

Posted by Matt in Executive Protection, Hawaii, Jobs | No Comments

How cool is this? EP in Hawaii would be interesting to say the least. Although the cost of living would definitely be something to consider before going after this gig. Please go through SMR Group for this job, because I am not the recruiter or POC. Good luck. -Matt

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SMR%20Site%20HeaderJobs: Protective Services Agent Level I IV, Hawaii

Protective Services Agent – Level I – II

Confidential

Posted 10/9/2009

Location Honolulu, HI

Salary $70,000+

Position Sec Exec Prot

Department Security

SUMMARY

The primary duty of the Protective Services Agent (PSA) is to provide executive protection and physical security for the client(s). The PSA also serves as a liaison with local, state and federal police agencies; to include corporate staff.

COMPETENCIES/ABILITIES

1) Local, qualified candidates in Oahu preferred.

2) Must be a detail oriented, low key professional with the ability to accomplish tasks and understand the importance of teamwork.

3) Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills; able to handle sensitive and confidential situations.

4) Must be in excellent physical condition.

5) Able to work both nights and weekends.

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Tags: Executive Protection, Hawaii, Jobs, SMR Group

Jobs: Executive Protection Professional, Washington State

Oct 4

Posted by Matt in Executive Protection, Jobs, Washington | No Comments

This sounds like an excellent opportunity for you Washingtonians out there. I haven’t a clue who the company is that they are hiring for, nor am I the point of contact for this job. Just passing on the info.

Also, if you are in the market for security manager type stuff, this headhunter company is pretty good at getting the gigs. Check them out from time to time if you are in the market for stuff like this. -Matt

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SMR%20Site%20HeaderJobs: Executive Protection Professional, Washington State

Executive Protection Professional

Confidential

Posted 9/30/2009

Location WA – Washington

Salary $78,000 – $95,000

Department Security

Qualifications

SUMMARY:

This non-exempt position’s main focus will be to safeguard principal from safety and security hazards. The job requires a high level of personal integrity and honesty, confidentiality, good judgment, strong problem-solving skills, especially under pressure, and the capacity to follow instructions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The first responsibilities of the Executive Protection Professional will include assisting and shadowing a senior specialist in a variety of duties and the completion of trainings in protective services, driver, medical, firearms, and defensive tactics.

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Tags: Executive Protection, Jobs, SMR, washington state

Jobs: Security Specialist (Executive Protection), Washington DC

Jun 16

Posted by Matt in Executive Protection, Government Work, Jobs, Washington DC | No Comments

Jobs: Security Specialist (Executive Protection), Washington DC

Locations: WASHINGTON, DC

Job Description (Please follow all instructions carefully)

Department: Executive Office of the President Agency: Office of the US Trade Representative

Job Announcement Number: USTR-09-17-PZ

Security Specialist

Salary Range: 50,408.00 – 79,280.00 USD /year

Vacancy No. USTR-09-17-PZ

Department Office of the US Trade Representative

Salary $50,408.00 to $79,280.00

Grade 09 to 11

Perm/Temp Permanent

FT/PT Full-time

Open Date 6/12/2009

Close Date 6/25/2009

Job Link Application instruction listed in job description

Who may apply Public

Open Period: Friday, June 12, 2009

to Thursday, June 25, 2009

Series & Grade: GS-0080-09/11

Position Information: Full-Time Permanent

Promotion Potential: 11

Duty Locations: 001 vacancies – Washington, DC

Who May Be Considered:

Applications will be accepted from US Citizens, from current and former competitive service Federal employees, and people eligible under special hiring authorities.

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Tags: Executive Protection, Government Work, Jobs, security specialist, USTR, Washington DC