Jun 19, 2016

Security Advisor - Executive Protection and Special Projects

Employer:Chevron
Location:  San Ramon, California, USA

Overview External: 

Chevron is one of the world's leading energy companies, with approximately 60,000 employees working in countries around the world. We explore, produce and transport crude oil and natural gas; refine, market and distribute fuels and other energy products; manufacture and sell petrochemical products; generate power; and develop future energy resources, including biofuels and geothermal energy.

Chevron is accepting online applications for the position of Security Advisor - Executive Protection and Special Projects located in San Ramon, CA through June 29, 2016 at 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time).

Position Details: 

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:


Supports the Global Executive and Employee Protection Program and travels with the Chairman and other Executives as directed.

Conducts advances and provides protective services in support of the Executive ProtectionProgram, to insure the effective execution of home, work, and travel security programs.

Provides travel safety & security briefings to flight crews traveling abroad; Conducts airport security assessments at new destinations.

Handles special projects designated by the Manager - Special Projects, such as Annual Stockholder meetings, International Board meetings, World Petroleum Congress (WPC), and other high profile conferences or venues attracting high security exposure.

Conducts threat & vulnerability assessments on domestic travel itineraries for senior executives; Provides risk assessments, develops contingency plans, and makes recommendations to mitigate vulnerability; conducts travel advances as appropriate and at the direction of his Supervisor, to ensure safety and security of traveling executives.

Maintains and develops working relationships with Business Unit (BU) management, senior industry peers, government agencies, and with federal, state and local law enforcement agencies.

Provides travel safety and security advice and counsel to U.S. based employees traveling abroad.

Works with the Executive Chauffeurs to insure coordination and facilitation of executive travel to and from locally covered events.

Works with the Manager-Special Projects on the oversight and direction to third-party service providers in the performance of electronic countermeasure sweeps of executive office space, executive residences, vehicles, and as appropriate for certain event venues.

Travels globally, as directed by the Chief Security Officer to provide Executive Protection and to respond to emergencies or provide support to management or BU's.

Required Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s degree.

Minimum 5 years professional experience (law enforcement; military; private sector) with a depth and breadth of experience in domestic and international executive/dignitary protection, including risk analysis and advance planning. International security-related professional experience is essential.

Candidate must be able to communicate effectively and concisely both verbally and in writing. They must be comfortable interacting with senior level executives, board members and government representatives.

Excellent planning and analytical skills.

Ability to work within a team as well as individually.

Candidates must be self-directed, demonstrate initiative, be able to adapt to changing priorities, meet deadlines, and work with minimal guidance.

Candidate must be eligible to apply for, and successfully complete a federal background check and training to become an Armed Security Officer through the Transportation Security Administration. Complete details can be found at the following link: Armed Security Officer (ASO) Program.

Candidate must hold a passport and be able to travel internationally (approximately 30-50%).

30% to 50% Travel required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters Degree.

Foreign language skills are highly desirable.

Relocation Options:

Relocation may be considered within Chevron parameters.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.