Executive Protection - Senior Security Manager

Executive Protection And Security Planning

At Medtronic, you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

A Day In The Life

At Medtronic, we believe diversity drives innovation and success. We foster an inclusive culture where individuals thrive, bringing together different perspectives to achieve remarkable outcomes. In this role, you will lead the Executive Protection Program, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives while managing all aspects of security for the CEO, Executive Committee, and other senior leaders. Reporting to the Director of Global Security, this role requires extensive experience in executive protection, including domestic and international operations. This role calls for exceptional professionalism, emotional intelligence, exemplary judgment, and a commitment to confidentiality. The ability to excel in a challenging and fast-moving environment is imperative. The ideal candidate will be a respected authority and innovator in executive protection, delivering top-tier support, building strong connections within the organization, and shaping high-level security strategies. Medtronic is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. As a leader in this role, you will champion these values through actions and accountability. This position includes traveling domestically / internationally up to 60%.

Executive Protection & Security Planning

Lead security planning, logistics, and execution for executive travel, residential, events, and functions, including domestic and international trips, Executive Committee meetings, Board of Director meetings, shareholder meetings, and other corporate activities

Identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks impacting executive leadership or major corporate events

Develop and implement safety plans for routine and threat-based scenarios

Conduct advance planning for travel, hotels, and event venues; brief executives and staff on safety protocols

Provide on-site security for events as needed, ensuring seamless coordination with internal teams, external agencies, and law enforcement personnel

Team Leadership & Collaboration

Manage and provide operational direction to the Executive Protection Manager and oversee third-party protective services staff

Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, external agencies, law enforcement, and security vendors

Lead training programs and exercises to enhance organizational preparedness for security-related incidents

Protective Intelligence & Risk Management

Monitor risks impacting the organization and develop strategies to mitigate them

Collect and analyze protective intelligence, travel alerts, and logistical information to proactively develop security assessments

Conduct post-assignment assessments and recommend improvements for protective services protocols

Corporate Event Security

Review global corporate events to determine risk and executive protection needs

Coordinate security arrangements with Corporate Events and Security teams, ensuring adequate coverage

Operational Oversight

Execute and drive the Executive Services Strategy

Manage the vehicle fleet and ensure all company vehicles and equipment are maintained and ready for service

Conduct investigations related to threats against Medtronic leaders and oversee adherence to workplace violence and threat management protocols

Emergency Response & Crisis Management

Maintain readiness to respond to evolving risks, emergencies, medical incidents, or security breaches

Provide emergency medical support when necessary

Documentation & Policy Development

Develop and implement policies, procedures, standards, and checklists to support Executive Services functions

Ensure compliance with established security practices and recommend corrective actions

Must Haves

Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of Physical Security experience OR advanced degree and 5+ years of experience

5+ years of Managerial experience

Nice To Have

Master's degree and experience in public safety, law enforcement, or security

Certification as an Armed Security Officer (or ability to obtain)

Extensive experience in executive protection including close protection, event coverage, advance work, international travel security, defensive and evasive driving, firearms, self-defense, and medical response

Strong networks within law enforcement and peer institutions

Advanced certifications in close protection

Expertise in travel security, operational security, and physical security technology

Background in investigations and report writing

Proven ability to navigate complex matrixed organizations and manage competing priorities effectively

Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Ability to work under stressful conditions while maintaining professionalism and discretion

Knowledge of geopolitical, economic, and security environments

Project management expertise; certifications

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD) : $138,400.00 - $207,600.00 This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification / education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week : Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance / reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees : Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico. Further details are available at the link below :

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

About Medtronic

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