Security Specialist

About the role

GDBA is seeking qualified individuals who are willing to consider relocation within a commutable distance of Seattle, Washington. Relocation assistance will be offered on a case-by-case basis. 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.

GDBA’s Mission: The Safety, Privacy, and Wellbeing of our Clients

Pay

A newly hired Protector in Seattle will earn no less than $81,000 in base earnings during their first year with GDBA. Seattle-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.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401(k)
• Gym, Ammunition, and Cellphone reimbursements
• Exceptional 401(k) with Automatic $3k Employer Contribution and 10% of every Associate-Contributed Dollar Matched by GDBA
• Free vacations each year for 200 qualified Protectors
• Up to $2,500 stipend for CCW Licenses
• Up to $1,000 stipend for Special Certifications (EMT, Lifeguard, NRA, Pilot, Maritime)
• Best in Class 401k Retirement Plan
• $15,000 employer contribution for First-Year Associates
• $3,000 employer contribution each year thereafter
• 10% no-limit matching for all Associates who choose to contribute to their retirement plan

Additional overtime opportunities, bonuses, travel pay, and more are available. Learn more about benefits and earnings.

Responsibilities

• 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

Requirements

• Military, law enforcement, or experience in executive protection/security is meaningful, though not a requirement
• Must communicate effectively, be physically fit, willing to learn, tell the truth, and enjoy working in a team environment
• Must be able to pass physical readiness test (Pull-ups, Push-ups, Sit-ups, 800m run)
• Must be drug and nicotine free
• Able to pass a pre-employment background investigation
• Must be able to swim

Training & Development

• 12-Day Introductory Essential Protector Skills (EPS) Training Academy
• Professional Leadership Track (PLT) – 2-year on-the-job executive protection training curriculum that prepares Protectors for future leadership positions at GDBA:
  • Includes 500 hours of training, mentoring, instructing, and certification
  • 4 additional advanced executive protection/leadership training academies

GDBA’s promotion system is merit-based. Performance matters most, not seniority.