Security Specialist - Veterans Preferred
About The Position
Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) protects influential and at-risk public figures. Its Protectors, Analysts, and Investigators work to protect human life through the assessment, prediction, and management of violence. The company’s mission is the safety, privacy, and wellbeing of its clients. A Protector monitors protected property using Command Center tools and technology, controls access to protected sites, and supports clients at home and while traveling. The role includes carrying out security plans, responding to medical emergencies, providing secure transportation as needed, preparing locations before a client’s arrival, documenting suspicious activity, and maintaining readiness to respond to threats. The position includes a 12-day introductory training academy in San Antonio, Texas. GDBA states that newly hired Los Angeles Protectors will earn at least $85,000 in first-year base earnings, with potential first-year earnings of up to $105,000 depending on relevant experience, academy performance, and promotion opportunities. The company encourages military-experienced applicants and can accommodate drill schedules and activations for active National Guard members and Reservists.
Requirements
- Pass a physical readiness test involving pull-ups, push-ups, sit-ups, and an 800-meter run.
- Be able to swim.
- Be drug- and nicotine-free.
- Pass a background check.
- Be able to obtain appropriate state firearm and security licensing.
- Communicate effectively, be physically fit, be willing to learn, tell the truth, and work as part of a team.
Nice To Haves
- Military experience is encouraged; active National Guard members and Reservists are welcome, and GDBA can accommodate drill schedules and activations.
- Active-duty service members are encouraged to apply within 90 days of their ETS date and may attend the Essential Protector Skills Academy while on terminal leave.
Responsibilities
- Monitor property using GDBA Command Center tools and technology.
- Screen visitors and vendors and control access to protected sites.
- Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies.
- Provide physical protection and logistical support at clients’ homes and during travel.
- Provide secure transportation as needed.
- Survey and prepare locations before a client’s arrival.
- Prepare detailed documentation of suspicious activity.
- Create and maintain readiness to meet any threat.
Benefits
- Best-in-class 401(k) retirement plan.
- $15,000 employer contribution for first-year Associates.
- $3,000 employer contribution each year thereafter.
- 10% unlimited employer matching for Associates who contribute to the retirement plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
