Bodyguard Russian Translator with Top-Secret Clearance
U.S. Embassy – Moscow, Russia | OCONUS | Two (2) year deployment commitment

Join IDS International’s National Security Services team supporting secure & mission-critical environments.
IDS International is seeking experienced Russian-speaking protective security professionals to support close protection operations within a U.S. Embassy environment in Moscow, Russia. This role combines protective security responsibilities with operational language support in a highly controlled overseas environment.
Personnel assigned to this role must be comfortable operating in a high-security environment with elevated counterintelligence awareness requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Provide close protection services for senior diplomatic personnel
Support protective movement operations and coordination activities
Conduct advance preparation for movements and operational activities
Operate armored and unarmored vehicles
Prepare written reports, logs, and operational documentation
Staff static security posts as directed
Provide Russian language support during operations as required

Required Qualifications
Clearance: Active Top-Secret clearance required
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
U.S. License: Valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean driving record within the past three (3) years
Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent
Required Experience:

Minimum three (3) years of relevant experience
Minimum one (1) year of close protection experience
Experience operating armored and unarmored vehicles
S3/R3 Russian language proficiency
Strong written communication and reporting skills

Important Language Requirement:

Candidates will undergo a language proficiency evaluation during the client approval process. Continued consideration and employment are contingent upon meeting required linguistic standards.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout secure facilities for extended periods
Ability to work extended shifts in a secure operational environment
Ability to lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight as required

Preferred Qualifications

Radio communication proficiency
Experience operating in overseas or diplomatic security environments
Strong situational awareness and accountability standards

Work Schedule & Conditions
Standard Schedule: 12-hour shifts; 60+ hours per week based on operational requirements
Overtime: Opportunities for overtime may be available based on staffing and operational needs
Flexibility Requirement: Schedule and shift assignments are based on U.S. Embassy and RSO operational requirements

Compensation & Benefits
Moscow Rate: $ 61.71 per hour *Ask about Training & OT rates

Housing provided
Three (3) paid 14-day R&R periods during initial deployment commitment
Quarterly bonuses

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Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. 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.

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