About this role
The Sr. Manager of Executive Protection sets the program strategy, operational standards, and governance for Intuit’s executive security. In this role, you will provide protective risk counsel to senior leaders and the Executive Office, ensuring intelligence-driven security for travel, events, and day-to-day operations.
This is a hybrid leadership and operational role. You will oversee protective operations through integration with global intelligence programs, manage specialized vendors, drive continuous improvement using performance metrics, and partner across the enterprise (including Corporate Travel, Events, Facilities, Legal, and HR) to align security measures with business needs.
Responsibilities
Administrative & Program Leadership
- Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and protective frameworks to safeguard Intuit’s people, assets, and intellectual property.
- Research, initiate, and integrate artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning tools into the protective ecosystem - enhancing predictive threat intelligence, optimizing logistics, and ensuring the program continuously evolves.
- Establish, monitor, and enforce Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for security vendors to ensure high-quality service delivery, compliance, and alignment with corporate standards.
- Direct and mentor team members, modeling inclusion, developing skills, and connecting team goals to Intuit’s broader organizational objectives.
- Oversee the scheduling, coordination, and quality assurance of specialized protective service providers to across global offices, executive residences, and complex event venues.
- Utilize performance metrics and After-Action Reports (AARs) to identify operational gaps and systematically drive continuous program improvement.
- Develop, track, and manage the Executive Protection program budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and cost-effective resource deployment
- Partner with internal teams (Legal, HR, Corporate Communications, Facilities) and external stakeholders to ensure seamless coordination.
- Collaborates seamlessly with Chiefs of Staff and Executive Assistants to integrate comprehensive protective coverage into complex daily schedules and corporate operations.
- Builds and directs high-caliber protective teams and multi-agent details, ensuring seamless operational execution and complete oversight of the end-to-end security program
- Possesses a deep, hands-on understanding of corporate and residential physical security technology, including complex alarm systems and surveillance camera networks.
Physical Protective Operations & Intelligence
- Lead the hands-on delivery of protective missions, providing direct close-protection, secure tactical transport, and operational command in the field as required.
- Direct, coordinate, and manage comprehensive protective operations and logistics during both domestic and international trips.
- Maintain peak physical conditioning, advanced tactical readiness, and emergency medical capabilities to lead and execute rapid, decisive responses to high-stress security incidents.
- Conduct comprehensive site advances and multi-dimensional threat/vulnerability assessments for executive travel, corporate workplaces, and residential environments.
- Provide comprehensive oversight for Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) programs and directing specialized sweeps and mitigation protocols.
- Analyze geopolitical threat vectors and monitor risk landscapes, integrating findings with the GSOC and intelligence teams.
- Design and execute security plans for high-profile corporate events, including Stockholder Meetings, Board Meetings, and large-scale summits.
- Provide highly detailed, actionable travel-safety and threat briefs to executives and aviation crews, with a specialized focus on high-risk international destinations.
Qualifications
Experience & Education
- 5+ years of experience in physical security, law enforcement, or military, with 5+ years managing team strategy, operational performance, and security professionals.
- Proven track record of executing complex protective operations internationally, with a strong understanding of foreign threat dynamics and logistics.
- Experience operating within a corporate security framework, supporting C-suite executives, and liaising with government representatives.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, military/law enforcement leadership, and professional experience.
- Demonstrated experience building a new security program from inception or scaling an existing enterprise program
Certifications & Licensures
- Active California BSIS Security Guard Permit and BSIS Exposed Firearms Permit in good standing.
- Ability to obtain a California CCW permit, or active HR-218 / LEOSA credentials.
- Graduate of an accredited Executive Protection training academy.
- Evasive/tactical driving certification from a recognized program, a valid California Driver’s License, and a clean driving record.
- Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification (TCCC or TECC preferred).
- Valid U.S. Passport (min. 9 months remaining validity) with the ability to meet all international entry requirements.
Physical & Lifestyle Demands
- Willing to maintain 24/7 operational readiness for short-notice shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally (approximately 30% travel).
- Physically fit to perform demanding duties in dynamic, high-stress environments, including standing, walking, sitting, and driving for extended periods while maintaining high alertness.
Intuit provides a competitive compensation package with a strong pay for performance rewards approach. This position may be eligible for a cash bonus, equity rewards and benefits, in accordance with our applicable plans and programs (see more about our compensation and benefits at Intuit®: Careers | Benefits ). Pay offered is based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and work location. To drive ongoing fair pay for employees, Intuit conducts regular comparisons across categories of ethnicity and gender.
The expected base pay range for this position is:
Mountain View $190,500 - $257,500
Mountain View, CA $190,500- $257,500