Security Specialist - Fitness Professionals and Athletes Encouraged to Apply

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Monitor property while utilizing the tools and technology of a GDBA Command Center
• Screens visitors and vendors; controls all access to protected site
• Cover 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
• Create and maintain readiness to meet any threat

Requirements

• 12-Day Introductory Training Academy in San Antonio, TX
• Pass physical readiness test (Pull-ups, Push-ups, Sit-ups, 800m run)
• Must be able to swim
• Must be drug and nicotine free
• Background check required
• Must be able to obtain appropriate state firearm and security licensing

Qualifications

• Collegiate / Professional Athletes (All sports welcome)
• Certified Personal Trainers - NASM, ACE, ISSA, NCSF, ACSMM
• Military Fitness Trainers - Master Fitness Trainer (Army, Navy, Air Force), Force Fitness Instructor (Marine Corps)
• Bodybuilders - NPC, OCB, NFF, IFBB
• Pilates / Yoga Instructors
• Olympic Powerlifters
• HYROX / CrossFit Athletes

Skills

• Physical fitness
• Mental discipline
• Precise decision-making

Benefits

• 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

Pay

Baltimore-based Protectors could earn up to $94,000 in first year earnings when accounting for prior relevant experience, GDBA Training Academy performance, and promotion opportunities. A newly hired Protector in Baltimore will earn no less than $79,000 in base earnings during their first year with GDBA.

Schedule

Protectors work a flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of their clients, which may include evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts.