Elite Executive Protection Specialist (Threat & Travel)

Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA); New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) in New York, NY seeks an Executive Protection Specialist. This full‑time role provides a high‑stakes security program with threat assessment, advance planning, and close protection for demanding clients.

Relocation to Boston, MA is required, with earnings potential up to $110,000 commensurate with experience. The role emphasizes rapid decision‑making during crises, secure transportation, liaison with authorities, and proactive surveillance.

Qualifications

• Must relocate to Boston, MA.
• Pass physical readiness test (pull-ups, push-ups, sit-ups, 800m).
• Must be able to swim.
• Must be drug and nicotine free.
• Background check required.
• Must obtain state firearm and security licensing.

Responsibilities

• Threat and risk assessment: evaluate threats and vulnerabilities and develop mitigation strategies.
• Advance planning: reconnaissance, secure travel routes, emergency plans before client arrives.
• Close protection: provide a physical security presence and defense during travel and events.
• Crisis management: make rapid, decisive actions during emergencies or security breaches.
• Secure transportation: arrange and provide secure transport, including defensive driving.
• Liaison: coordinate with law enforcement, authorities, and venue staff for seamless operations.
• Surveillance: perform surveillance detection to identify and deter threats.

Skills

Threat assessment

Advance planning

Close protection

Crisis management

Secure transportation

Liaison

Surveillance

Job description

Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) in New York, NY seeks an Executive Protection Specialist. This full‑time role provides a high‑stakes security program with threat assessment, advance planning, and close protection for demanding clients.

Relocation to Boston, MA is required, with earnings potential up to $110,000 commensurate with experience. The role emphasizes rapid decision‑making during crises, secure transportation, liaison with authorities, and proactive surveillance.