**Resume submitted must list current residence which should demonstrate proximity and availability to work in the National Capital Region (NCR). The Osen-Hunter Group (OHG) provides training and operational support to the defense and intelligence communities of the US Government and assess-design-build security program solutions for select private-sector clients. The Personal Protection Officer (PPO) will work as a member of a Personal Security Detail (PSD) AS NEEDED to ensure the safety and security of a Principal/Protectee and/or Principal Group. They will be self-motivated, detail-oriented, flexible, and possess excellent executive-level communication and interpersonal skills with dedication to customer service. They will be trustworthy and discrete, being exposed to the business and personal life of the designated principal(s)/protectee(s) and will always conduct their duties with the highest degree of professionalism. This position is based in Northern Virginia; the PPO must be available to work AS NEEDED in the National Capital Region. Duties • Provide armed and unarmed close protective security to designated principal(s)/protectee(s) in private and public settings. • Conduct advance site visits and security planning as required, to include route analysis. • Consume and create protective intelligence to support protective operations. • Conduct surveillance detection and countersurveillance activities in the course of protective operations. • Maintain a high degree of proficiency in all close protection skill sets, to include firearms proficiency, tactics, defensive/evasive driving techniques, and surveillance detection/countersurveillance. • Drive company vehicle in a safe and defensive manner with a high degree of awareness. • Maintain vehicle in best condition possible through preventative maintenance, to include cleanliness and presentation. • Report all relevant security events, incidents, or concerns to the PM. • Complete all administrative tasks (paperwork, to include time sheets, receipts, expense reports, etc.) in a full and timely manner. • Perform all duties with sound judgment, discretion, and appropriate restraint. • Perform all duties with care and concern for the wellbeing of the Principal Group. • Perform administrative, logistical, and/or training responsibilities. • Other duties as assigned. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, intelligence, homeland security or related discipline with 4 years direct experience, or 7 or more years of directly relevant and documented experience. • US Government, US Military or LEO SWAT experience, required. • Must be able to effectively operate/manipulate handguns, rifles and shotguns; optics; and communications equipment. • Must be able to travel CONUS/OCONUS for brief periods with little or no prior notice both by air and vehicle. • Must have demonstrated judgment and sound decision-making abilities and skills, commensurate with the responsibilities of armed protective security. • Must be customer service-oriented and a team player. • Must be able to perform detailed and effective route planning and navigation in unfamiliar locations with little or no prior notice. • Must maintain a high level of grooming, physical fitness, and professional appearance. • Must be able to kneel, squat, run, climb, stretch, bend. This position requires full mobility and dexterity to operate vehicles and equipment. • Must be able to maintain a standing or sitting position for up to two (2) hours, to include within the confines of a vehicle. • Must be able to walk, jog, or ride a bicycle for up to one (1) hour. • Must be able to lift and carry fifty (50) lbs. up and down two (2) flights of stairs. • Must be able to carry/drag one-hundred eighty-five (185) lbs. a minimum distance of twenty-five (25) yards on level terrain within a time of thirty (30) seconds. • Must be proficient with MS Office applications, required. • Hold current resident Concealed Carry Permit (CCP), required. • Hold current first aid/CPR/AED certification, required. • Hold a valid driver’s license, required. • Must be a US citizen, required. • Hold current Virginia DCJS PPS licensing, required. DCJS Patrol Rifle, required.