Summary: The Regional Security Officer (RSO) is a critical member of the Security Department, serving as both a frontline armed guard and a multi-functional regional representative of AIPAC’s national security operation. RSOs are responsible for protecting the organization’s personnel, facilities, and operations in their assigned region. In addition to physical security duties, RSOs collaborate with each of the Security Department’s specialized teams, contributing to technology oversight, executive protection, training, intelligence gathering, and event support.
This is an armed, full-time position requiring professionalism, discretion, and the ability to work independently in dynamic environments.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Guard Force & Physical Security Presence
• Provide armed protection for office staff, visitors, and organizational assets during operating hours.
• Monitor and control access to office facilities; verify credentials and maintain visitor logs.
• Operate and monitor all regional security systems, including cameras, access control, and intrusion detection.
• Maintain clear and ongoing communication with AIPAC Guard Force (AGF) duty command at HQ.
• Act as the regional point of contact for law enforcement, building management, and emergency services.
• Maintain a highly visible, professional presence and practice de-escalation techniques as a first response.
• Promptly report and document security incidents; participate in after-action reviews and recommendations.
Security Technology & Equipment
• Conduct regular functionality checks of regional security systems and coordinate vendor maintenance or replacement in coordination with HQ.
• Assist with the integration of new equipment and upgrades under the direction of HQ.
Executive Protection & Staff Training
• Coordinate and support emergency drills, safety briefings, and internal security training sessions under direction of HQ.
• As directed, provide or coordinate executive protection (EP) duties for high-risk staff, visiting dignitaries or other high-profile individuals.
Event Security
• Provide or coordinate armed/unarmed security coverage for local AIPAC-hosted events and activities.
• Conduct site security assessments and pre-event vulnerability evaluations in collaboration with HQ and regional events staff.
Intelligence Support
• Serve as the eyes and ears on the ground by observing, documenting, and reporting any suspicious activity or local developments.
• Liaise with local law enforcement, government contacts, and trusted sources to feed intelligence to the Intelligence Analysis Team at HQ.
• Monitor local conditions that may affect staff safety, community engagement, or operational continuity.
Qualifications/Skills:
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in security, law enforcement, military, or executive protection roles.
• Valid license to carry a firearm in the relevant jurisdiction (or ability to obtain one); must pass all background checks.
• Familiarity with access control systems, surveillance platforms, and other physical security technologies.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; capable of working discreetly in a mission-driven environment.
• Knowledge of emergency response protocols and incident reporting standards.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred; willingness to undergo regular training and requalification.
• Ability to travel locally and periodically to HQ or other regional offices.
Working Conditions
• Occasional evening and weekend hours required for events or emergency response.
• Position requires carrying a firearm and wearing appropriate security attire or uniform as assigned.
AIPAC is offering a competitive market base salary between $145,000.00 and $170,000.00 for the position. A job offer within the range will depend on how closely a candidate's skills and experience match the role's requirements. AIPAC also offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that contributes to employees’ overall total compensation package. We currently work remotely two days a week and in our offices the other three. AIPAC is an equal-opportunity employer.
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