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.

First year earnings start at a minimum of $55k based on a 40-hour work week. Earnings potential of up to $65k commensurate with experience. A sign-on bonus and training scholarship are also available (see details below). Visit our Earnings and Benefits Page to learn more about additional overtime opportunities, bonuses, travel pay, and more: www.gdba.com/earnings-and-benefits

Mission: The Safety, Privacy and Wellbeing of our Clients

Provide protection and logistical support at clients' homes and when they travel
Detect and defeat adversaries
Create and maintain readiness to meet any threat
Survey and prepare locations prior to arrival of the protected person
Coordinate and execute plans for security and medical emergencies

Interested candidates should expect the following:

$1k-$5k sign-on bonus
Industry-Leading Compensation
International/Domestic Travel
Highest Standard of Quality and Resources in the Industry
12-Day Introductory Training Academy, plus continual training and qualifications
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
401k and Life Insurance

Successful Candidates will have these attributes:

At least 5 Years of Protection experience at the highest level of performance and client expectation
Wish to be of service and protect others
Excellent health and fitness, able to pass physical readiness test
Excellent communication ability
Drug and nicotine-free
Can pass a pre-employment background investigation
Commitment to maintaining high level of attentiveness and energy

**Valuable Qualifications (though not required):**

Military background
Law enforcement background
If Private Security background, experience in Close Protection
Assigned to Military Protective Security Operations Units; specifically, Air Force OSI, Army CID, Marine Corps CID, or Navy NCIS
Assigned to Law Enforcement Protection Units (for example, close protection of Mayors, Governors, Federal Government Officials)
LEOSA/HR218 Firearm Qualification
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)/Paramedic

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Experienced Security Specialist

Mission: The Safety, Privacy and Wellbeing of our Clients

Interested candidates should expect the following:

Valuable Qualifications (though not required):

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**Valuable Qualifications (though not required):**