Executive Protection Specialist – Global Protective Operations

Gavin de Becker & Associates•Miami, FL

2d•$120,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Executive Protection Specialists provide close-protection coverage for GDBA clients during domestic and international field details. The role requires experienced, physically fit, flexible, and adaptable professionals focused on client safety, privacy, and wellbeing. Duties include secure transportation, threat assessment, advance planning, close protection, crisis response, coordination with authorities and venue staff, surveillance detection, and residential protection. This is a full-time hourly position. First-year earnings start at a minimum of $120,000 per year, with potential earnings of up to $150,000 or more, commensurate with experience, as well as overtime opportunities. The hiring process includes a 12-day Introductory Essential Protector Skills (EPS) Training Academy in San Antonio, Texas.

Requirements

Extensive real-world experience in a close-protection role with UHNW individuals or other recognizable public or government figures during domestic and international travel.
Comfort and experience operating as a security driver in various locations and vehicle types.
Experience with route planning and driving manual-transmission vehicles.
Ability to navigate FBOs, hotels, and a wide range of public venues.
Ability to pass a physical readiness test consisting of pull-ups, push-ups, sit-ups, and an 800-meter run.
Ability to swim.
Must be drug- and nicotine-free.
Must pass a background check.
Must be able to obtain appropriate state firearm and security licensing.
Must complete the 12-day Introductory Essential Protector Skills (EPS) Training Academy in San Antonio, Texas.

Responsibilities

Arrange and provide secure transportation, including defensive and evasive driving.
Continuously assess potential threats and vulnerabilities and develop mitigation strategies.
Conduct reconnaissance, plan secure travel routes, and prepare emergency plans before clients arrive.
Provide a physical security presence and immediate defense for clients during travel and events.
Take rapid, decisive action during emergencies, including medical incidents, security breaches, or hostile situations.
Coordinate with law enforcement, local authorities, and venue staff to support secure operations.
Conduct surveillance detection and counter-surveillance to identify and deter threats.
Monitor residential properties through command center technology, screen visitors and vendors, and control access points to protected sites.
Independently conduct physical and online advances and prepare clear, well-written advance reports.