Security Specialist - Intellectual Property and Executive Protection

Employer : Chrysler
Job Number: 1004511
Location: Auburn Hills, MI

Chrysler Group LLC, formed in 2009 from a global strategic alliance with Fiat Group, produces Chrysler, Jeep®, Dodge, Ram and Mopar® vehicles and products. With the resources, technology, worldwide distribution technology and worldwide distribution network required to compete on a global scale, the alliance builds on Chrysler's culture of innovation - first established by Walter P. Chrysler in 1925 and Fiat's complementary technology - from a company whose heritage dates back to 1899.

Chrysler takes great pride in fostering an inclusive work environment where employees can leverage strengths, experiences and perspectives. At Chrysler, we believe it is the diversity of talent and perspective that allows us to take a visionary approach, to strategically apply new technologies and forge ahead in our industry in innovation and performance.
The Security Specialist - Intellectual Property and Executive Protection is responsible for the protection of the security and integrity of strategic corporate intellectual property (IP) through a combination of investigative techniques, research, liaison and training. This role will assist the Executive Protection (EP) Group in providing for the safety and personal security of the Company CEO, Executive Management, and designated other employees, by advising, planning and executing security techniques in accordance with the Chrysler EP philosophy. Provide internal training to assist all company personnel to protect intellectual property. Assist in the development and management of IP protection strategies. Create and maintain necessary databases and/or archives to track the intellectual property portfolio and technical documentation. Provide assistance to internal clients in pursuing non-disclosure and/or confidentiality for all external parties, as required. Assist Brand Protection with investigations to compile and document evidence, and develop clear and concise cases for presentation to Brand Protection management and Chrysler LLC Office of General Counsel (OGC). Assist with investigations into suspected IP theft, including the potential of some undercover work. Provide Executive Protection security to company CEO, Executive Management, or designated employees. Mitigate threats and vulnerabilities to Senior Management via investigations, proactive means, site visits, preplanning security at events, etc. Travel with Executives as needed, often on short notice, including extended worldwide travel. Liaison with law enforcement and other security service providers for enhanced security as required. Maintain training, firearms qualifications, licensing, and permit requirements.

Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree
Minimum 2 years of experience in IP Protection with a Fortune 100 company
Current Michigan CPL license

Preferred Qualifications:
Law enforcement experience
Executive protection experience
Successfully completed an accredited Executive Protection Course
Must be able to work weekends and available to travel on short notice
Strong research and analytical skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Energetic, passionate, motivated, customer focused, action oriented and good team player


Chrysler Group LLC is proud to extend to its employees a compensation and benefits package that is designed to retain their talent and to motivate and reward job performance. Our present compensation program provides for competitive, market based salaries, and annual vacation and holiday time off. We make available a comprehensive health care benefits plan which, depending upon the employee’s role, includes medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage. We also offer a disability absence plan, group and optional life insurance program, savings plan, tuition assistance, and vehicle purchase and lease discounts for certain employees, and for their family and friends.

Note: Some of the benefits listed above may not apply to summer vacation replacement and temporary employees.