Senior Executive Protection Driver

Are you interested in joining an organization with a global reach? In a world of shifting threats, Concentric is your trusted ally. Powered by elite professionals from military, government, and intelligence backgrounds. If you are passionate about intelligence, risk analysis, threat management, executive protection, security operations, or business resiliency, Concentric may be the organization you’ve been searching for!

Concentric is a risk consultancy specializing in delivering strategic security and intelligence services. We provide holistic, intelligent security solutions for private clients and corporations globally. Concentric offers strategic advisory services, risk assessments, physical protection, threat intelligence, open-source monitoring, program audits, secure embedded staffing, and training for security teams and intelligence analysts.

Our ultimate goal is to be recognized as the most innovative, capable, and trusted Risk Management partner in the world, and we do this by following these core values:

Integrity – Collaboration - Relationships – Excellence – Creativity - Results

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We are currently looking to hire a Senior Armed EP Driver to join our team embedded with our client in Washington, D.C.!

This is a full-time position alternating between travel deployments and local assignments. Local assignments follow a standard 40-hour week, which may include training, unless assigned to a Principal, while deployment hours vary based on operational needs. Shifts may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays. The Senior Armed EP Driver may be asked to deploy on short notice based on the Principal's schedule or operational needs.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Senior Armed EP Driver provides safe, discreet, and highly coordinated vehicle transport for the client and their guests within the Washington, D.C. Area, the surrounding East Coast states, and other major U.S. cities, while functioning as an integrated member of the client's personal security detail. This is an armed role that combines the full scope of the Security Driver function with executive protection responsibilities, advance-work ownership, and team leadership. The Senior Armed EP Driver is expected to operate with a high degree of independent judgment, lead route and movement planning for complex or high-threat scenarios, mentor and evaluate Security Drivers, and serve as a primary logistics point of contact between the client's personal security detail and the broader account team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide “white-glove” driving service as the personal driver for the client and guests, including companion animals

Serve as an armed extension of the client's personal security detail, maintaining situational awareness and readiness to respond to threats or potential threats during transit and at the point of pickup/drop-off

Carry a concealed firearm as legally authorized in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia in direct support of the client's protective coverage

Independently develop and lead advance work, route planning, and contingency/alternate-route development for standard, complex, and high-threat movements, coordinating with the client's personal security detail as needed

Take the lead or follow role in multi-vehicle movements and motorcade-style operations when required, depending on the support type (Main Principal or Supplemental Team support)

Identify threats and intervene proactively along the route, coordinating and working directly with the client's personal security detail to avoid or eliminate threats in transport and en route

Coordinate logistics and plan all details relating to the client's or guest's physical location, including movements in, out, and around the site while preparing for emergencies and other contingencies

Mentor, train, and evaluate Security Drivers on route planning, defensive driving, security protocols, and client-service standards; serve as a first-line escalation point for driver-related issues before elevating to the Account Manager

Operate vehicle in a safe and comfortable manner and conduct vehicle checks for cleanliness, functionality, and fuel level

Identify, track, log, and coordinate vehicle fleet maintenance requirements

Render aid in the event of illness, accident, or other safety hazards

Work with home office staff and security teams to ensure a coordinated pick-up/drop-off routine

Develop and implement internal processes and procedures, including standard operating procedures for the driving team

Maintain excellent rapport and open lines of communication regarding client needs, requests for support, service issues, and deliverables, while maintaining the highest level of discretion and confidentiality regarding the principal's privacy, schedule, movements, and personal information.

Proactively communicate with the client and/or client's personal security detail regarding identified delays or other route issues

Understand, conform with, and abide by all Local, State, and Federal laws/regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

7+ years of equivalent or relevant industry experience, including prior experience in an armed driving, executive protection, or personal security role

Currently possess and/or ability to obtain First Aid/CPR/AED certification; TCCC/TECC or similar advanced medical training a plus.

Currently possess and/or ability to obtain and maintain: a Washington, D.C. Armed Special Police Officer (SPO) certification; a Maryland Handgun Wear & Carry Permit (CCW) and Maryland Armed Guard Card; and a Virginia Armed Guard Card.

Demonstrated experience driving high-profile executives or high-net-worth passengers in an armed capacity

Valid Driver's License with a flawless driving record

Prior experience mentoring, training, or providing lead direction to other drivers or protective personnel

Thorough understanding of local and federal laws and regulations related to personal driver and armed protective services

Well-versed in driving in and around the Greater Washington D.C. Area

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Operational experience with residential security teams, executive protection details, and/or high-profile corporate security teams

Emotional intelligence and a customer-focused approach

A successful track record operating within a high-touch, customer service environment

Ability to adapt well to fast-paced environments with changing circumstances, direction, and strategy

Ability to remain calm under stressful and/or high-threat driving conditions

High ethical standards with proven ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information, excellent judgment, discretion, and diplomacy

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including comfort working with senior leadership

Demonstrated computer skills, including Google Suite and MS Office applications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Prior law enforcement, military, or federal protective service background

Formal Executive Protection certification and/or advanced tactical training

Proven experience operating an armored vehicle (hard car) in urban, highway, and motorcade environments, including knowledge of its handling characteristics and emergency procedures such as evacuation and evasive maneuvers.

Defensive Driving and/or EVOC certification

Experience planning or leading motorcade/multi-vehicle movements

Experience providing executive driving service for individuals with mobility issues

Working knowledge and comfort with the use of communication apps (i.e., Signal, WhatsApp)

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Medical plan options: Concentric offers two medical plans: a high deductible health plan (HDHP) and a copay plan.

Health Savings Account (HSA): Employees enrolled in the HDHP receive an employer contribution to t