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Female Close Protection

Female personal protection at the same level of qualification

For principals, families, diplomatic missions and businesses that specifically require a certified female protection officer. Genuine high-risk experience, no compromise on qualification.

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Insured by Allianz – including armed deployments
20+ years of international experience among our founders
Operating throughout Austria
Our Clients
Specific names remain confidential.
Executives & Corporations
Diplomatic Missions
High-Net-Worth Individuals
Public Figures
Events & VIP Guests
Critical Infrastructure
Institutions & Public Authorities
Executives & Corporations
Diplomatic Missions
High-Net-Worth Individuals
Public Figures
Events & VIP Guests
Critical Infrastructure
Institutions & Public Authorities
The Situation

Why this capability is so rare in the market

Internationally qualified female personal protection is hard to find in Austria:

01

Few certified female protection officers

Anyone specifically seeking female personal protection rarely finds a solution with genuine international high-risk experience in the Austrian market.

02

Often treated as a niche

For principals, families, diplomatic missions, businesses, and culturally sensitive or discreet protection assignments, a female-staffed protection officer is a serious operational option – but for many providers, at best a special request.

03

Qualification shouldn't be a compromise

Available offerings for female personal protection rarely combine high-risk experience, international certification and additional medical competence the way classic close protection does.

The Black Graben Approach

A certified protection officer, no compromise

Black Graben has an experienced female Close Protection Officer with a solid operational background in hostile and high-risk environments, including previous deployments in Iraq. She holds relevant Highfield certifications, has excellent English skills, and brings additional value through her prior work as a qualified medical professional (Registered Medic).

The combination of professional personal protection, high-risk experience and medical emergency competence is a significant operational advantage for clients who specifically require a female protection officer – available throughout Austria and, where needed, across the entire EU.

High-risk experience

Operational background in hostile deployment environments, including previous deployments in Iraq.

Highfield-certified

Recognized international certification to security industry standards.

Additional medical competence

Prior work as a qualified medical professional (Registered Medic) for emergencies.

Operating in Austria & the EU

Available throughout Austria, and for deployments across the European Union where needed.

„Non sine periculo“
Not Without Danger

Four elements define a true professional in the security industry: formal education, continuous training, extensive experience, and unwavering commitment.

Who's Behind Black Graben

International experience you won't find elsewhere in Vienna

Female personal protection isn't a diluted variant of classic close protection – it demands the same operational qualification. Our founders enforce that standard for every protection officer, regardless of gender.

Tomo Babic, Gründer und CEO von Black Graben
Founder & CEO

Tomo Babic

Built international security protocols over more than 20 years, the same standards used to train and lead specialized protection officers at Black Graben – with the same commitment to quality for every team.

Sasa Kecman, Mitbegründer und COO von Black Graben
Co-Founder & COO

Sasa Kecman

Led teams of up to 250 personnel in Afghanistan and Iraq – experience building protection capabilities tailored exactly to each client's requirements.

Allianz Versicherung
Insured by Allianz – including armed deployments
WKO Wien Mitgliedschaft
Member of the Vienna Chamber of Commerce, Security Trade § 129 GewO 1994
Scope of Services

What's included in Black Graben's Female Close Protection service

Black Graben Compared

A fair comparison to standard guarding services and generic security providers – no names, just concrete criteria.

Other Providers
  • Team experienceUsually standard training with no international practice
  • Insurance coverageOften basic liability coverage only
  • DocumentationFrequently incomplete or non-existent
  • AvailabilityRarely available in the Austrian market
Black Graben
  • Team experience20+ years international, UN, OSCE, US government
  • Insurance coverageAllianz, including armed deployments
  • DocumentationFully digital, always available
  • AvailabilityA certified, field-experienced protection officer

How We Work Together

1

Confidential initial consultation

Clarifying your situation and the desired form of protection.

2

Threat assessment

Evaluating concrete risks to you and your environment.

3

Tailored protection concept

Matched to your daily life and desired level of discretion.

4

Deployment begins

The certified protection officer takes over, with ongoing adjustment to the situation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Female Close Protection

Who is Female Close Protection relevant for?

In particular, female principals, families, diplomatic missions, businesses, as well as culturally sensitive, discreet or particularly exposed protection assignments and travel security measures.

Is the qualification comparable to male colleagues?

Yes. Our protection officer has genuine high-risk experience including deployments in Iraq, Highfield certification, and additional medical training as a Registered Medic.

Is deployment only possible in Vienna?

No, we provide this capability throughout Austria and support deployments across the entire European Union where needed.

Get in Touch

Let's discuss your situation confidentially

We handle every Female Close Protection inquiry personally and discreetly. You'll reach someone directly who takes your situation seriously.

+43 1 236 632 6 455
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM  |  Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
All inquiries are handled discreetly and in strict confidence.