Executive Protection Specialist - Women Strongly Encouraged to Apply

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

Executive Protection Specialist - Women Strongly Encouraged to Apply

New York, New York

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.

This position requires relocation to Boston MA.

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