Security Specialist New Manhattan, New York, NY

Gdba Ltd; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k retirement plan

Employer matching contributions

Job summary

Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) in Manhattan seeks a dedicated Protector to monitor properties, screen access, and execute security plans for high-profile clients. The role involves protecting clients at homes and during travel, with secure transportation support as needed.

Training and merit-based advancement are offered within a dynamic team. Applicants with military, law enforcement, or executive protection experience are valued, but not required.

Qualifications

• Background in military, law enforcement, or executive protection/security preferred.
• Strong communication, fitness, willingness to learn and teamwork.
• Promotion and merit-based advancement emphasized; performance matters most.

Responsibilities

• Monitor properties using GDBA Command Center tools and technology.
• Screen visitors and vendors; control access to protected sites.
• Coordinate and execute security plans; respond to medical emergencies.
• Provide physical protection and logistical support at client locations and travels.
• Arrange secure transportation as needed.
• Survey locations beforehand and prepare for client arrival.
• Document suspicious activity in detail and maintain readiness against threats.

Skills

Security operations

Access control

Emergency response

Job description

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 Manhattan will earn no less than $85,000 in base earnings during their first year with GDBA. Manhattan-based Protectors could earn up to $105,000 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