Security Specialist

Gavin de Becker & Associates; Tulsa (OK); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 81.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Best in Class 401k Retirement Plan

$15,000 employer contribution first‑yr

10% no‑limit matching

Descripción de la vacante

Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) in Tulsa is hiring a Protector to safeguard high‑profile clients. The role uses advanced security tools and requires readiness to manage threats, coordinate security plans, and respond to emergencies.

Candidates should have backgrounds in military or law enforcement or experience in executive protection; complete a 12‑day training in San Antonio, pass the physical readiness test, swim, and obtain state licensing.

Formación

• Candidates should have strong sense of situational awareness and the ability to operate under pressure.
• Experience in executive protection or security is valued but not strictly required.
• Must be able to follow detailed procedures and work within a team.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor property using the GDBA Command Center tools.
• Screen visitors and vendors; control access to protected sites.
• Coordinate security plans and respond to medical emergencies.
• Provide physical protection and logistical support at clients' homes and during travel.
• Provide secure transportation as needed.
• Survey and prepare locations prior to client arrival.
• Prepare detailed documentation of suspicious activity.
• Maintain readiness to meet any threat.

Conocimientos

Executive protection

Security operations

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Educación

Military/Law enforcement background

Descripción del empleo

Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) protects the world’s most influential and at-risk public figures. Founded in 1978 by 3‑time Presidential appointee, Gavin de Becker, our firm’s Protectors, Analysts, and Investigators are committed to our mission of protecting human life through the assessment, prediction, and management of violence.

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

A newly hired Protector in Tulsa will earn no less than $70,000 in base earnings during their first year with GDBA. Tulsa-based Protectors could earn up to $81,000 in first year earnings when accounting for prior relevant experience, GDBA Training Academy performance, and promotion opportunities.

Your Role as a Protector:

• Monitor property while utilizing the tools and technology of a GDBA Command Center
• Screen visitors and vendors; control all access to protected site
• Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies
• Provide physical protection and logistical support at clients' homes and when they travel
• Provide secure transportation as needed
• Survey and prepare (advance) locations prior to arrival of client
• Prepare detailed documentation of suspicious activity
• Create and maintain readiness to meet any threat

Who You Are:

Military, law enforcement, or experience in executive protection/security is meaningful, though not a requirement to become a GDBA Protector. We’re less interested in what you are than who you are. Our most successful Protectors come from a variety of backgrounds and have succeeded because they communicate effectively, are physically fit, willing to learn, tell the truth, and enjoy working in a team environment. Our promotion system is merit-based. Performance matters most, not seniority.

Hiring Process Requirements:

• 12-Day Introductory 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

Best in Class 401k Retirement Plan

• $15,000 employer contribution for First-Year Associates
• $3,000 employer contribution each year thereafter
• 10% no-limit matching for all Associates who choose to contribute to their retirement plan

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