Russian Translator / Bodyguard (OCONUS)

Russian Interpreter/Bodyguard

Why IDS? 

IDS believes in resolving conflict, building innovative approaches to do so. Combining operational expertise with an intimate understanding of today’s greatest challenges, we bring our customers the solutions required for success in a complex and multidimensional world. IDS tailors solutions for a diverse range of government, military, nonprofit, and public-sector clients.

Outstanding past performance built IDS’s reputation as the leading provider of support for multifaceted operations.

IDS is seeking experienced Bodyguards to provide protection to client, such as conducting advances of the client’s movements and drive vehicles as required by the close protection plan. A Top-Secret security clearance is required for the role. 

This position is a 2-year contract and is located outside of the continental United States (OCONUS).

Responsibilities:

• Conduct advances of the client’s movements. 
• Provide protection to client and drive vehicles as required by the close protection plan.
• Maintain all logbooks and administrative files as required by policy and the client.
• Prepare written reports and logs to include security survey reports. 

Required Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret Clearance
• High School Diploma or Higher
• Level 3/3 Russian speaker
• Three (3) years of applicable professional security experience
• One (1) year experience in close protection assignments
• Able to use a computer including all common office management tools (e.g. Microsoft Office)
• Experience with multiple levels of communication between various levels of management
• Have a valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean driving record in the past 3 years

Must be an effective communicator both verbally and in writing. Most positions require ability to work on a desktop or laptop computer for extended periods of time. Computer activities include reading, reviewing and analyzing information, as well as providing recommendations, summaries, and reports in written or verbal format. Additionally, positions require ability to sit at a workstation for extended periods; use hand(s) to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; as well as speak and hear.

Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.

Full vaccination against COVID-19, and compliance with the Company’s vaccination verification procedures, is required for this position, unless the individual is legally entitled to a reasonable accommodation.

If you are unable to apply through the portal and need to speak to someone about necessary accommodations to apply, please email [email protected] and we will follow up with you. Do not submit resumes and applications through this email.

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