Executive Protection Manager - NYC

Job Description:

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.

Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits.

We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve.

Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs.

At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!

Job Description:
This job is responsible for the management of executive protection programs within a specific geographic region. Key responsibilities include management of transportation activity and preventative security initiatives. Job expectations include close protection duties related to bank-hosted and external events where senior leaders are present.

Conducts the Executive Protection venue security advance activities, domestically and internationally, for the CEO and his senior management team, related to personal and physical security measures. Implements the security protocols and plans for the health and safety of senior management and clients. Coordinates the security overlay with other business partners to effectively plan and execute CEO & Senior Leadership team protection and travel. Establishes and maintains relationships within Local, State, and Federal Government entities to leverage and coordinate security protocols. 

Responsibilities:

• Manages threat assessments, regional risk concerns, and threat response management in close collaboration with internal teams and line of business partners

• Coordinates with event planners, throughout the event life-cycle to ensure appropriate event security support and staffing, and serve as the primary point of contact for events

• Participates in investigations and provides timely documentation related to physical security and other incidents as directed

• Manages logistics and travel arrangements for executive protection staff

• Manages expenses related to event security costs in line with objectives and budget

• Communicates event security information effectively and securely to key stakeholders

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5+ years of executive protection, personal protection, dignitary protection, or related security experience.

• Prior experience in Executive Protection, Law Enforcement (preferred Federal Law Enforcement), Military Service, or other security-focused roles with demonstrated responsibility for protecting high-profile individuals, executives, or sensitive assets.

• Proven experience in Advance Security Planning, including the development, coordination, and execution of security protocols for executive travel, events, facilities, and personal protection operations.

• Demonstrated ability to identify security vulnerabilities, conduct executive protection and threat assessments, evaluate regional and local risk factors, and develop effective mitigation and crisis response strategies.

• Strong experience managing and coordinating protective intelligence, risk management, and emergency response initiatives to ensure the safety and security of protectee’s.

• Exceptional communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with law enforcement agencies, government officials, security vendors, and other key stakeholders.

• Excellent executive-level communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally and discreetly with senior leadership and high-profile individuals.

• Strong critical thinking, judgment, and decision-making capabilities, with the ability to assess complex situations, identify risks, and implement effective solutions under pressure.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while maintaining a high level of accountability, professionalism, and attention to detail.

• Ability to remain calm, adaptable, and effective in dynamic environments while managing multiple priorities and responding to evolving security threats.

Skills:

• Adaptability

• Attention to Detail

• Crisis Management

• Executive Presence

• Risk Management

• Active Listening

• Critical Thinking

• Decision Making

• Prioritization

• Problem Solving

• Collaboration

• Customer and Client Focus

• Issue Management

• Relationship Building

• Written Communications

Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week: 

40

Pay Transparency details

US - NY - New York - ONE BRYANT PARK - BANK OF AMERICA TOWER (NY1100)

Pay and benefits information

Pay range

$94,500.00 - $120,900.00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set.

Discretionary incentive eligible

This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group; and the overall success of the Company.

Benefits

This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.