Security Specialist - Veterans Preferred

Security Specialist - Veterans Preferred

Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) protects the world's most influential and at-risk public figures. Founded in 1978 by 3-time Presidential appointee, Gavin de Becker, our firm's Protectors, Analysts, and Investigators are committed to our mission of protecting human life through the assessment, prediction, and management of violence.

A newly hired Protector in Los Angeles will earn no less than $75,000 in their first year with GDBA. Los Angeles-based Protectors could earn up to $100,000 in first year earnings when accounting for prior relevant experience, GDBA Training Academy performance, and promotion opportunities.

This is a full-time position with benefits, including : Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401(k).

Your Role as a Protector :

• Monitor property while utilizing the tools and technology of a GDBA Command Center
• Screen visitors and vendors; control all access to protected site
• Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies
• Provide physical protection and logistical support at clients' homes and when they travel
• Provide secure transportation as needed
• Survey and prepare (advance) locations prior to arrival of client
• Prepare detailed documentation of suspicious activity
• Create and maintain readiness to meet any threat

Who You Are :

Veterans represent over 60% of GDBA's workforce Military-experienced candidates are encouraged to apply. Active National Guard or Reservists : GDBA is willing and able to accommodate your drill schedules and activations. Active-duty service members are encouraged to apply within 90 days (about 3 months) of your ETS date and can attend our Essential Protector Skills Academy (EPS) while on Terminal Leave. Our most successful Protectors come from a variety of backgrounds and have succeeded because they communicate effectively, are physically fit, willing to learn, tell the truth, and enjoy working in a team environment. Our promotion system is merit-based. Performance matters most, not seniority.

Interested Candidates Should Expect the Following :

Additional Compensation and Benefits :

Visit our Earnings and Benefits Page to learn more about benefits, stipends, additional overtime opportunities, bonuses, travel pay, and more : www.gdba.com / earnings-and-benefits

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