Security Company Head of HR / Talent Acquisition Salary

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Also Known As

VP Human Resources (Security Company), Director of People Operations (Security), Head of Talent Acquisition (Security Firm), Chief People Officer (Security Services), HR Director (Protective Services)

What Does a Security Company Head of HR / Talent Acquisition Do?

The Security Company Head of HR / Talent Acquisition operates providing executive protection, threat assessment, and security operations for high-net-worth families, corporate principals, or private organizations. Classified at the Director level, this position draws from a competitive candidate pool, though specialized qualifications and sector-specific experience remain key differentiators in hiring.

What Drives Security Company Head of HR / Talent Acquisition Compensation?

The median (P50) compensation for a Security Company Head of HR / Talent Acquisition is $165,000, with the 25th to 75th percentile range spanning $80,000 to $120,000. Pay variation across this range is primarily driven by principal risk profile, domestic vs. international travel requirements, team size managed, security clearance level, and specialized training in surveillance detection or threat mitigation.

Security Company Head of HR / Talent Acquisition Career Path

Professionals who move into Security Company Head of HR / Talent Acquisition roles most commonly come from military special operations, federal law enforcement, intelligence agencies, or corporate security departments. From this position, the typical trajectory leads toward director of security for large family offices, corporate security leadership, or independent security consulting.

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