Security Specialist - Sonoma CA

VetJobs; Sonoma (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Retirement Plan

Employer contribution: $15,000 first‑y

Employer contribution each year after

Job summary

Gavin de Becker & Associates is seeking a Protector in Northern California to join our security team. You will monitor property, screen access, and support security plans across client locations, including travel and home protection.

New hires earn at least $90,000 in base earnings in the first year with potential up to $110,000 based on experience, performance, and promotions. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is available for Bay Area hires.

Qualifications

• Military, law enforcement, or executive protection experience is beneficial.
• Strong communication and teamwork are essential.
• Ability to pass physical readiness test and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Monitor property using command center tools and technology.
• Screen visitors and vendors; control access to protected sites.
• Coordinate and execute security plans; respond to emergencies.
• Provide protection and logistical support at client locations.
• Provide secure transportation as needed.
• Survey and prepare locations prior to client arrival.
• Document suspicious activity in detail.
• Maintain readiness to meet threats.

Skills

Security awareness

Team collaboration

Physical fitness

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Security equipment

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.

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 Northern California will earn no less than $90,000 in base earnings during their first year with GDBA. Northern California-based Protectors could earn up to $110,000 in first year earnings when accounting for prior relevant experience, GDBA Training Academy performance, and promotion opportunities.

Newly hired Protectors in the Bay Area are now eligible for a $2,000 sign-on bonus.

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

Auto req ID 480174BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Job_Category Business Officer

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• 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

City* Sonoma

State* California

Job Code Security Staff

Affiliate Sponsor Gavin De Becker