Executive Protection Operations Manager

We are looking for a highly organized and solutions-oriented Operations Manager to serve as a key individual contributor providing centralized operational and program-management support for Cummins' global Executive Protection program . In this newly established role, the Executive Protection Operations Leader will translate program direction into consistent, repeatable execution by coordinating protective services for C-suite and Board travel, meetings, and special events. Operating as a trusted operational partner and subject matter expert, this individual contributor will serve as the critical link among Executive Protection, executive support teams, internal business partners, and external security providers while managing highly sensitive information with the utmost discretion. This work will strengthen the quality, scalability, and effectiveness of a global program designed to support executive safety, mobility, and business continuity. This is a U.S.-based remote opportunity with periodic travel to Indiana and other locations as business needs require.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways

• Coordinate seamless protective operations: Plan and coordinate protective services supporting C-suite and Board travel, meetings, special events, and domestic and international activities.

• Build scalable program infrastructure: Develop standardized processes, protocols, tools, and workflows for travel planning, protective operations, emergency response, documentation, budgeting, invoicing, and reporting.

• Strengthen vendor performance: Identify, evaluate, onboard, and coordinate security providers while establishing service expectations, KPIs, performance measures, and accountability mechanisms.

• Connect critical stakeholders: Serve as the operational conduit among Executive Protection, Executive Assistants, the Office of the CEO, Corporate Aviation, Purchasing, Physical Security, Global Resiliency, Special Events, and external partners.

• Improve operational consistency: Analyze recurring issues, identify root causes, and implement practical improvements that increase the reliability, efficiency, quality, and scalability of Executive Protection services.

• Enhance program readiness: Develop and maintain security plans, emergency-response procedures, training programs, audit practices, operational records, and reporting that support consistent and risk-informed execution.

To be successful in this role you will need the following

• Exceptional judgment and discretion: Demonstrated ability to protect highly sensitive executive information, make sound ethical decisions, and operate professionally in confidential environments.

• Operational and project leadership: The ability to organize multiple priorities, coordinate complex workstreams, anticipate requirements, and deliver accurate results without direct authority over stakeholders.

• Calm, risk-informed decision-making: The ability to assess incomplete or rapidly changing information, balance safety, service, cost, and business requirements, and perform effectively under pressure.

• Influential communication: Excellent writing, presentation, consulting, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate security requirements into clear, actionable guidance for diverse audiences.

• Analytical and continuous-improvement capability: The ability to synthesize data, monitor performance, identify operational gaps, resolve root causes, and implement sustainable process improvements.

• Global and service-oriented mindset: Strong awareness of emerging security risks and industry practices, a commitment to exceptional executive support, and the willingness to travel up to 40% based on operational needs.

Education/Experience

• Ideally five or more years of experience in Executive Protection, corporate security, global security, protective operations, intelligence, emergency management, or a related security field.

• Demonstrated experience coordinating complex, high-stakes, and time-sensitive projects involving multiple internal stakeholders and external service providers.

• Experience supporting executive travel, security logistics, protective advances, special events, or other domestic and international security operations.

• Proven vendor-management experience, including contract administration, purchasing, invoicing, service-level expectations, performance measures, and KPIs.

• Experience developing and implementing operational processes, security plans, procedures, workflows, training programs, audits, or quality-assurance practices.

• Strong technology proficiency, including Microsoft Office and AI tools, Windows, iOS or Android platforms, security systems, intelligence resources, mapping applications, and internet-based technologies.

• Experience working across multiple geographies and adapting operational plans to local security conditions, regulatory requirements, transportation infrastructure, emergency-response capabilities, cultural practices, and available protective resources.

• College, university, or equivalent degree required.

Compensation

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

Job Safety/Security

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category Off-site Remote

Job Type Exempt - Experienced

Min Salary $120000

Max Salary $180000

ReqID 2439568

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site No

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As Cummins continues to grow, you'll be provided with continuous learning opportunities, supportive benefits and a culture that values your wellbeing, safety and work-life balance. Here, you'll have the power to determine your future with innovative technology, a focus on sustainability and with a company positioned for long-term growth.

Benefits overview

Benefits and perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Cummins and the country where you work.

Financial wellness

As a Cummins employee your retirement savings plan / pension plan / superannuation will power your path to retirement and improve your financial future.

Health & wellness

Your wellbeing is important to us. You and your family will be cared for through comprehensive health care benefits.

Diversity & inclusion

We celebrate diverse perspectives and you will be part of building a more diverse workforce to enhance our competitive position and enrich our culture.

Work-life flexibility

Your energy and commitment will be recognized through paid vacation and holidays, parental leave, adoption assistance, flexible work environments and more.

Continuing education

Whether starting or completing a degree, you will be supported by tuition reimbursement opportunities or full funding.

Paid incentive

You will receive annual merit and profit sharing based on individual and company performance.

Every employee, every community

You are empowered to volunteer at least four hours per year on company time, to give back to the communities where you work and live.

Development and growth

You will learn and grow through training and hands-on experience in an environment that values curiosity and developing talent for the future.

5+ years in executive protection or corporate security; experience coordinating complex projects, vendor management, and operational process development; college degree required; strong technology proficiency; willingness to travel up to 40%.

Key Responsibilities

• coordinating protective services
• developing operational processes
• managing security vendors

Skills & Tools

Microsoft Office, Windows, iOS, Android

Job Details

• Category: Protective Services
• Seniority: Senior Level
• Commitment: Full Time
• Workplace: Remote — United States
• Salary: USD 120,000 – 180,000 / year
• Languages: English

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement plan
• Generous parental leave

About Cummins Inc.

A global power solutions company providing engines, generators, and related technologies. — Industry: Manufacturing