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M&T Bank · 6 days ago

Executive Protection and Event Security Specialist (Buffalo, NY)

Buffalo, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$62K/yr - $104K/yr

3+ years exp

M&T Bank is a financial institution seeking an Executive Protection and Event Security Specialist. The role involves providing professional executive protection and event security through advance location assessments, threat analysis, and the application of protection protocols to ensure the safety of the Bank's executives.

Financial Services

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough site risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and threats to executive leadership. Coordinate with law enforcement and third parties to ensure security of the venue and safety of the executive(s)

Proactively plan and execute security strategies for executive protection, including, but not limited to, internal corporate functions, VIP gatherings, Board of Directors meetings, investor conferences, and public appearances

Coordinate threat intelligence, protective intelligence, and travel security with internal Corporate Security to ensure compliance with security standards

Coordinate with law enforcement, first responders and/or third parties to ensure the safety of the executive(s) and guests. Ensure event security through the operation of security checkpoints, access control, and emergency response procedures

Develop and maintain security operational plans, incident reports, and after-action briefings. Review and report this information to Chief Security Officer and applicable senior leaders to track status, ensure compliance and program accountability

Develop and implement personalized security plans to ensure safety and well-being of Bank leadership, including office and/ or event space venues, transportation, travel security and residential protection, as needed

Organize and conduct training sessions for security personnel on best practices and emergency response

Assist in creating and/or updating policies and procedures for daily operations and events

Conduct routine security risk assessments for corporate offices and corporate event locations

Assist in the development of incident response protocols in partnership with the Security Risk Management and Intelligence Operations program

Assist in staffing the Corporate Security Operations Center (CSOC) in Buffalo, NY, as required, during significant events

Maintain a high level of discretion and professionalism when dealing with clients and sensitive situations

Maintain excellent rapport and open lines of communication regarding requests for support, service issues, and deliverables with senior leaders

Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management

Promote an environment that supports a culture of belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand

Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable

Complete other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Executive protectionEvent securityCrisis managementFirearms proficiencyRisk assessmentFirst Aid certificationDecision-making skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years' relevant work and/or military experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 7 years' higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 3 years' relevant work and/or military experience

Demonstrated experience in providing security services for corporate events

Demonstrated experience in working with C-suite executives in delivering executive protection recommendations and provisions

Basic First Aid, CPR and AED trained and certified (or willing to obtain certification within first 3 months of employment)

Possess a valid U.S. Passport

Strong decision-making skills

Strong crisis management skills

Demonstrated firearms proficiency, and willingness to carry a firearm in furtherance of job duties, as applicable to role and jurisdiction

Ability to obtain a Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) permit and Armed Guard Registration Card in assigned region and as required by state law

Preferred

Minimum of 5 years' work experience in corporate security, law enforcement and/or military police specializing in protection-related deliverables

Prior experience in delivering security recommendations for events and travel and in a corporate environment

Experience communicating directly and diplomatically with various levels of leadership

Experience understanding and analyzing complex business problems and making sound decisions and recommendations

Membership in industry associations or certification in a related security field (Executive Protection Training/Certification)

Ability to perform first aid and basic emergency life saving techniques when needed with preferred certifications such as Emergency Medical Technician (EMT); maintains any related certifications