Job Summary: Provide an overview of the position:
The In-Country Coordinator (ICC) shall serve as the primary “go-to” representative in country / at site for both the Client and COR, to address any and all issues related to the personal protective security program. The ICC is responsible for monitoring the performance and all aspects of the program by the deployed driver and personal protective officers (DPPOs) and static protective officers (SPOs).
Principal Accountabilities (use bullet points): Describe what the individual will do
The ICC shall be responsible for the direct coordination and interaction with the Government’s senior staff in-country along with coordinating the activities of all DPPO and SPO team members and addressing administrative issues between the field, the Operations Manager and the program office on personnel issues, manpower staffing and schedules, equipment requirements and shipments (vehicles, weapons, ammunition, communication gear, etc), travel (passport, clearance messages, orders, ID cards, etc), in-country training, and any and all contractual performance issues.
The ICC shall develop Post Orders, Standard Operating Procedures, Tactics, Techniques and Procedures for DPPOs and SPOs to complete their respective missions, based on operational mission requirements.
The ICC shall provide the orders, SOPs and TTPs to on-site Government representatives, mission elements and the COR for review and approval prior to implementation.
The ICC shall maintain complete operational mission preparedness and be called upon to augment DPPO and or SPO missions if / when necessary, at the discretion of the COR.
Shall serve as the Lead Instructor for all OCONUS Driver/Personal Protective and Static Protective Officers.
Management Responsibilities: Manager or Supervisory roles only
The ICC is responsible for monitoring the performance and all aspects of the program by the deployed driver and personal protective officers (DPPOs) and static protective officers (SPOs).
Physical Requirements: Describe the work environment and conditions.
Daily hours worked can be as few as eight (8) to as many as twenty-four (24), depending upon the site and the Government requirements. An ICC shall typically deploy for a 60 to 90 day rotational basis with a rest or break in service period of at least 30 days.
Able to meet the following health and physical requirements:
Minimum of 81 push-ups in 2 minutes.
Minimum of 80 sit-ups in 2 minutes.
¾ mile run, 50 meter drag (185 lb), ¾ mile run in a maximum time of 14:30.
Candidates shall possess binocular vision, one eye correctable to 20/30 or better, the other eye correctable to 20/40 (Snellen) or better; close vision correctable to 20/30 (Jaiger) or better for both eyes; be free of color blindness; have normal fields of vision and depth perception; and shall be without conditions which would interfere with the performance of duties. Medical procedures such as optical laser surgery are acceptable.
Operable hearing aids are acceptable for individuals who are hearing impaired, provided their hearing is correctable to normal range levels.
Will have to successfully complete a physical examination, to include medical, dental and drug screening of body fluids, by a licensed and certified physician.
Annual medical and dental recertification and drug screening is required.
The Government requires the ICC to provide annual BO/Rh, G6PD, HIV and DNA blood work prior to any overseas deployment.
All candidates will be administered the Wonderlic Personnel Test and receive a minimum score of 21 points out of a possible 50 points.
All candidates will be administered the Inwald Personality Inventory and shall receive a favorable report that indicates candidate is suitable for duty requirements.
All candidates will be administered an psychological assessment exam.
All candidates shall be required to complete a psychological interview with a Government Clinical Psychologist before initial deployment. Candidates may also be required to complete additional psychological testing with a Government Clinical Psychologist prior to deployments.
Demonstrates oral and written command of the English language to the extent of comprehending printed regulations, detailed written orders, training instructions and materials. Shall be able to compose and convey concise and accurate reports.
All candidates shall complete DD Form 2760 to determine whether the employee may lawfully possess a firearm.
Experience Required: Describe the minimum requirements for this position.
Be a citizen and permanent resident of the U.S.
Cleared to the Government’s TOP SECRET clearance level and submit an SF86, Questionnaire for National Security Positions and agree to be administered a counterintelligence-scope polygraph by the Government. When successfully completed the individual shall be indoctrinated for TOP SECRET/SI access.
Possesses a valid U.S. driver’s license.
Shall have been a successful personal protective security Team Lead or Team Member on a minimum of two years active deployments consisting of 5 successful rotations as a Driver and Personal Protective Officer.
Has a minimum of five (5) years military service in force protection or Special Operations or five years civilian Personal Security Detail experience in a hostile overseas environment.
Has a minimum of five (5) years military service in force protection or military police, or five years civilian experience in anti-terrorism force protection (ATFP) in a hostile overseas environment.
The ICC shall complete all the program pre-requisites, and shall have been a successful Team Lead or Team Member on a minimum of two (2) years active deployments consisting of five (5) successful rotations as aDriver and Personal Protective Officer (DPPO). DPPO Experience includes:
Trained and provided surveillance detection, route surveillance, armed protection, and defensive tactics capabilities in protection of Government’s personnel and designees and while transporting Government equipment.
Responsible for providing threat detection to minimize protectee’s exposure to hostile individuals and incidents.
May have been called upon to provide static surveillance, counter surveillance, and other nontraditional protective countermeasures.
Capable of responding to various threats to include Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Devices (VBIED), Improvised Explosive Devices (IED), direct fire from small arms and ground assaults by multiple personnel possessing various types of hand held or shoulder mounted weapon systems (military rifles, machine guns, rocket propelled grenades, etc), indirect fire by mortars and rockets, individual suicide bombers and employment of other weapons of mass destruction in an unconventional warfare environment.
May have been required to initiate rapid response to threats or attacks that may exceed normal or established responsibilities. Such threats include armed attack, breaches of perimeters or checkpoints, hostile protests, direct or indirect fire, etc.
Assisted with emergency safety, evacuation, recovery and reaction force procedures of personnel from situations of imminent threat or actual attack and the application of emergency medical care to Government personnel and designees involved in trauma situations.
Education Required: Describe the minimum required education.
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must successfully complete DI initial training requirements: This training shall include basic mission protocol and pre-planning, Operations Order (OPORD) preparation and warning orders, standard operation procedures and inspection checklists, force protection operations, land navigation procedures (GPS, compass), route research, analysis, selection and pre-planning procedures, small vehicle convoy procedures, advance team reconnaissance and surveillance for small unit tactical formations, individual combat movement, cover and concealment, weapon familiarization and basic marksmanship, immediate action / reaction to contact drills, identifying IEDs and IED protective measures, protective formations and movements, combat first aid, pistol and carbine urban / close quarters shooting, hotel, office and residence security, body armor and tactical gear selection, counter-ambush drills, emergency extraction drills, etc. Sustainment training shall be completed for continual and annual recertification. All candidates subject to weapon qualification (live-fire) test and must successfully meet current and annual recertification on weapon’s qualification, on the use of 9mm, 5.56mm and any other systems as specified.
Must maintain current proficiency in defensive driving techniques. Driving training shall require annual recertification.
Experience/Education Preferred: Describe the ideal experience/education.
College or Master’s Degree
2 years experience as an In-Country Coordinator for personal security operations in high-threat environments.
**READ, submit resumes and a mandatory cover letter that outlines what you have done meets the requirements of the job description tofrontdesk@beyondsof.com
The In-Country Coordinator (ICC) shall serve as the primary “go-to” representative in country / at site for both the Client and COR, to address any and all issues related to the personal protective security program. The ICC is responsible for monitoring the performance and all aspects of the program by the deployed driver and personal protective officers (DPPOs) and static protective officers (SPOs).
Principal Accountabilities (use bullet points): Describe what the individual will do
The ICC shall be responsible for the direct coordination and interaction with the Government’s senior staff in-country along with coordinating the activities of all DPPO and SPO team members and addressing administrative issues between the field, the Operations Manager and the program office on personnel issues, manpower staffing and schedules, equipment requirements and shipments (vehicles, weapons, ammunition, communication gear, etc), travel (passport, clearance messages, orders, ID cards, etc), in-country training, and any and all contractual performance issues.
The ICC shall develop Post Orders, Standard Operating Procedures, Tactics, Techniques and Procedures for DPPOs and SPOs to complete their respective missions, based on operational mission requirements.
The ICC shall provide the orders, SOPs and TTPs to on-site Government representatives, mission elements and the COR for review and approval prior to implementation.
The ICC shall maintain complete operational mission preparedness and be called upon to augment DPPO and or SPO missions if / when necessary, at the discretion of the COR.
Shall serve as the Lead Instructor for all OCONUS Driver/Personal Protective and Static Protective Officers.
Management Responsibilities: Manager or Supervisory roles only
The ICC is responsible for monitoring the performance and all aspects of the program by the deployed driver and personal protective officers (DPPOs) and static protective officers (SPOs).
Physical Requirements: Describe the work environment and conditions.
Daily hours worked can be as few as eight (8) to as many as twenty-four (24), depending upon the site and the Government requirements. An ICC shall typically deploy for a 60 to 90 day rotational basis with a rest or break in service period of at least 30 days.
Able to meet the following health and physical requirements:
Minimum of 81 push-ups in 2 minutes.
Minimum of 80 sit-ups in 2 minutes.
¾ mile run, 50 meter drag (185 lb), ¾ mile run in a maximum time of 14:30.
Candidates shall possess binocular vision, one eye correctable to 20/30 or better, the other eye correctable to 20/40 (Snellen) or better; close vision correctable to 20/30 (Jaiger) or better for both eyes; be free of color blindness; have normal fields of vision and depth perception; and shall be without conditions which would interfere with the performance of duties. Medical procedures such as optical laser surgery are acceptable.
Operable hearing aids are acceptable for individuals who are hearing impaired, provided their hearing is correctable to normal range levels.
Will have to successfully complete a physical examination, to include medical, dental and drug screening of body fluids, by a licensed and certified physician.
Annual medical and dental recertification and drug screening is required.
The Government requires the ICC to provide annual BO/Rh, G6PD, HIV and DNA blood work prior to any overseas deployment.
All candidates will be administered the Wonderlic Personnel Test and receive a minimum score of 21 points out of a possible 50 points.
All candidates will be administered the Inwald Personality Inventory and shall receive a favorable report that indicates candidate is suitable for duty requirements.
All candidates will be administered an psychological assessment exam.
All candidates shall be required to complete a psychological interview with a Government Clinical Psychologist before initial deployment. Candidates may also be required to complete additional psychological testing with a Government Clinical Psychologist prior to deployments.
Demonstrates oral and written command of the English language to the extent of comprehending printed regulations, detailed written orders, training instructions and materials. Shall be able to compose and convey concise and accurate reports.
All candidates shall complete DD Form 2760 to determine whether the employee may lawfully possess a firearm.
Experience Required: Describe the minimum requirements for this position.
Be a citizen and permanent resident of the U.S.
Cleared to the Government’s TOP SECRET clearance level and submit an SF86, Questionnaire for National Security Positions and agree to be administered a counterintelligence-scope polygraph by the Government. When successfully completed the individual shall be indoctrinated for TOP SECRET/SI access.
Possesses a valid U.S. driver’s license.
Shall have been a successful personal protective security Team Lead or Team Member on a minimum of two years active deployments consisting of 5 successful rotations as a Driver and Personal Protective Officer.
Has a minimum of five (5) years military service in force protection or Special Operations or five years civilian Personal Security Detail experience in a hostile overseas environment.
Has a minimum of five (5) years military service in force protection or military police, or five years civilian experience in anti-terrorism force protection (ATFP) in a hostile overseas environment.
The ICC shall complete all the program pre-requisites, and shall have been a successful Team Lead or Team Member on a minimum of two (2) years active deployments consisting of five (5) successful rotations as aDriver and Personal Protective Officer (DPPO). DPPO Experience includes:
Trained and provided surveillance detection, route surveillance, armed protection, and defensive tactics capabilities in protection of Government’s personnel and designees and while transporting Government equipment.
Responsible for providing threat detection to minimize protectee’s exposure to hostile individuals and incidents.
May have been called upon to provide static surveillance, counter surveillance, and other nontraditional protective countermeasures.
Capable of responding to various threats to include Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Devices (VBIED), Improvised Explosive Devices (IED), direct fire from small arms and ground assaults by multiple personnel possessing various types of hand held or shoulder mounted weapon systems (military rifles, machine guns, rocket propelled grenades, etc), indirect fire by mortars and rockets, individual suicide bombers and employment of other weapons of mass destruction in an unconventional warfare environment.
May have been required to initiate rapid response to threats or attacks that may exceed normal or established responsibilities. Such threats include armed attack, breaches of perimeters or checkpoints, hostile protests, direct or indirect fire, etc.
Assisted with emergency safety, evacuation, recovery and reaction force procedures of personnel from situations of imminent threat or actual attack and the application of emergency medical care to Government personnel and designees involved in trauma situations.
Education Required: Describe the minimum required education.
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must successfully complete DI initial training requirements: This training shall include basic mission protocol and pre-planning, Operations Order (OPORD) preparation and warning orders, standard operation procedures and inspection checklists, force protection operations, land navigation procedures (GPS, compass), route research, analysis, selection and pre-planning procedures, small vehicle convoy procedures, advance team reconnaissance and surveillance for small unit tactical formations, individual combat movement, cover and concealment, weapon familiarization and basic marksmanship, immediate action / reaction to contact drills, identifying IEDs and IED protective measures, protective formations and movements, combat first aid, pistol and carbine urban / close quarters shooting, hotel, office and residence security, body armor and tactical gear selection, counter-ambush drills, emergency extraction drills, etc. Sustainment training shall be completed for continual and annual recertification. All candidates subject to weapon qualification (live-fire) test and must successfully meet current and annual recertification on weapon’s qualification, on the use of 9mm, 5.56mm and any other systems as specified.
Must maintain current proficiency in defensive driving techniques. Driving training shall require annual recertification.
Experience/Education Preferred: Describe the ideal experience/education.
College or Master’s Degree
2 years experience as an In-Country Coordinator for personal security operations in high-threat environments.
**READ, submit resumes and a mandatory cover letter that outlines what you have done meets the requirements of the job description tofrontdesk@beyondsof.com