Elite Executive Protection Specialist

Gavin de Becker & Associates; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Gavin de Becker & Associates in Palo Alto, CA is hiring a Protector for a full-time hourly role with first-year earnings between $185,000 and $225,000. The position focuses on safety and security for high‑profile clients.

You will conduct threat assessment, advance planning, close protection, crisis management, secure transport, and liaison with authorities to ensure seamless operations across residences and events. A background in law enforcement and/or SOF is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years in full-time certified law enforcement positions (federal, state, or local).
• LEOSA (HR-218) or CA CCW eligibility is ideal.
• 10+ years of close protection for high-net-worth or at-risk clients across residential, corporate, tech, or PSD settings.
• 10+ years of special operations (SOF) military experience; CIA GRS desirable.

Responsibilities

• Threat and risk assessment to identify vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies.
• Advance planning including reconnaissance, secure travel routes, and emergency planning.
• Provide close protection and immediate defense for clients during travel and events.
• Crisis management with rapid decisions during emergencies, including medical or security incidents.
• Arrange and provide secure transportation, including defensive and evasive driving.
• Coordinate with law enforcement, authorities, and venue staff for secure operations.
• Surveillance and counter-surveillance to deter threats.
• Monitor residential protection using command center tech, screen access points.

Skills

Threat assessment

Advance planning

Close protection

Crisis management

Secure transportation

Liaison with authorities

Surveillance

Residential protection

Job description

Gavin de Becker & Associates in Palo Alto, CA is hiring a Protector for a full-time hourly role with first-year earnings between $185,000 and $225,000. The position focuses on safety and security for high‑profile clients.

You will conduct threat assessment, advance planning, close protection, crisis management, secure transport, and liaison with authorities to ensure seamless operations across residences and events. A background in law enforcement and/or SOF is highly valued.