Executive Protection Specialist - Women Strongly Encouraged to Apply

Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) in Washington, DC is seeking an Executive Protection Specialist. This full-time role requires relocation to Boston, MA and offers first-year earnings from $90,000 to $110,000, with overtime opportunities.

You will conduct threat assessments, advance planning, close protection, crisis management, secure transportation, liaison with authorities, and surveillance to deter threats.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Threat and risk assessment to develop mitigation strategies.
• Advance planning including reconnaissance of locations and secure travel routes.
• Close protection and immediate defense for the client during travel and events.
• Crisis management with rapid, decisive actions during emergencies.
• Secure transportation arrangements and defensive driving when needed.
• Liaison with law enforcement, local authorities, and venue staff.
• Surveillance and counter-surveillance to deter threats.

Job description

Executive Protection Specialist

Washington, DC

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.

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