Security Specialist - Veterans Preferred
Gavin de Becker & AssociatesAbout the role
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA)</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> 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. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":-20,"335559737":-20}"> </span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span data-contrast="auto">GDBA’s Mission: The Safety, Privacy, and Wellbeing of our Clients</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":0,"335559737":-20}"> </span></span></p> <p><strong><em><span data-contrast="auto">A newly hired Protector in Malibu will earn no less than $81,000 in base earnings during their first year with GDBA. Malibu-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.</span></em></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":-20,"335559737":-20}"> </span></p> <p><strong><u>Your Role as a Protector:</u></strong> </p> <ul> <li>Monitor property while utilizing the tools and technology of a GDBA Command Center </li> <li>Screen visitors and vendors; control all access to protected site </li> <li>Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies </li> <li>Provide physical protection and logistical support at clients' homes and when they travel </li> <li>Provide secure transportation as needed </li> <li>Survey and prepare (advance) locations prior to arrival of client </li> <li>Prepare detailed documentation of suspicious activity </li> <li>Create and maintain readiness to meet any threat </li> </ul> <p><strong><u>Who You Are:</u></strong><u> </u></p> <p>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. <br&g
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