Executive Protection Specialist - Women Strongly Encouraged to Apply

Gavin de Becker & Associates; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) is seeking an Executive Protection Specialist in the United States. Women strongly encouraged to apply.

The role earns a minimum of $90,000 per year with potential to reach $110,000 based on experience, overtime, and performance. Responsibilities include threat assessment, advance planning, close protection, crisis management, secure transportation, liaison with authorities, and surveillance.

Qualifications

• Must pass a 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.

Responsibilities

• Threat and risk assessment to mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Advance planning for secure travel routes and emergency plans.
• Provide physical security presence and defense during travel and events.
• Manage crises with rapid, decisive actions in emergencies or security incidents.
• Arrange and provide secure transportation, including defensive driving.
• Liaise with law enforcement and venue staff for seamless operations.
• Perform surveillance detection and counter-surveillance to deter threats.

Skills

Threat assessment

Advance planning

Close protection

Crisis management

Secure transportation

Liaison

Surveillance

Education

EPS Training Academy (12-day)

Job description

Executive Protection Specialist - Women Strongly Encouraged to Apply

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

As a full-time hourly employee, first year earnings for this role will start at a minimum of $90,000 per year. This position offers earnings potential of up to $110,000 commensurate with experience, overtime opportunities, and more.

To learn more about earnings, promotions, benefits, and more – visit GDBA.com/careers

Your Role as a Protector:

• Threat and Risk Assessment: Continuously evaluating potential threats and vulnerabilities to develop mitigation strategies.
• Advance Planning: Conducting reconnaissance of locations, planning secure travel routes, and preparing emergency plans before the client arrives.
• Close Protection: Providing a physical security presence and immediate defense for the client during travel and events.
• Crisis Management: Making rapid, decisive actions during emergencies, including medical incidents, security breaches, or hostile situations.
• Secure Transportation: Arranging and providing secure transport, which includes defensive and evasive driving.
• Liaison: Coordinating with law enforcement, local authorities, and venue staff to ensure a seamless and secure operation.
• Surveillance: Performing surveillance detection and counter-surveillance to identify and deter threats.

Hiring Process Requirements:

• 12-Day Introductory Essential Protector Skills (EPS) Training Academy in San Antonio, TX
• Be able to 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