Security Specialist - Veterans Preferred

Gavin de Becker & Associates; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gavin de Becker & Associates is seeking a full-time Protector in San Francisco. The role involves monitoring properties, controlling access, and providing physical protection. Candidates should be physically fit, team-oriented, and willing to undergo extensive training. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Sign-on Bonus

Gym Reimbursement

Annual Free Vacations

Qualifications

• Veterans encouraged to apply; military experience preferred.
• Ability to swim and pass physical readiness test required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor property and control access to protected sites.
• Provide physical protection and logistical support during travel.
• Document suspicious activities and maintain readiness for threats.

Skills

Communication

Physical Fitness

Teamwork

Job description

GDBA is seeking qualified individuals who are willing to consider relocation within a commutable distance of San Francisco. Relocation assistance may be offered on a case-by-case basis.

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 assessment, prediction, and management of violence.

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

A newly hired Protector in San Francisco will earn no less than $90,000 in their first year with GDBA. With experience, training, and promotions, Protectors could earn up to $110,000 in the first year.

This is a full-time position with benefits, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401(k).

Your Role as a Protector:

1. Monitor property using GDBA Command Center tools and technology
2. Screen visitors and vendors; control access to protected sites
3. Coordinate security plans and respond to medical emergencies
4. Provide physical protection and logistical support at client locations and during travel
5. Arrange secure transportation as needed
6. Survey and prepare locations before client arrival
7. Document suspicious activities in detail
8. Maintain readiness to meet any threat

Who You Are:

Veterans make up over 60% of GDBA’s workforce. Military-experienced candidates are encouraged to apply. Active National Guard or Reservists: GDBA accommodates drill schedules and activations. Active-duty service members can apply within 90 days of ETS and attend our EPS Academy during Terminal Leave.

Our successful Protectors come from diverse backgrounds and succeed by communicating effectively, being physically fit, eager to learn, honest, and team-oriented. Our promotion system is merit-based, prioritizing performance over seniority.

Interested Candidates Should Expect:

1. 12-Day Introductory EPS Training Academy
2. Professional Leadership Track (PLT): a 2-year program with 500 hours of training, mentoring, instruction, and certification, plus four advanced academies
3. Passing a physical readiness test (pull-ups, push-ups, sit-ups, 800m run)
4. Being drug and nicotine free
5. Passing a background check
6. Ability to swim

Additional Compensation and Benefits:

• $1,500 sign-on bonus
• Reimbursements for gym, massage, ammunition, and cellphone
• $1,100 HSA contribution
• Family benefits including outing, kids, and school supplies funds
• Annual free vacations for 200 qualified Protectors
• Up to $2,500 stipend for CCW licenses
• Up to $1,000 stipend for certifications like EMT, Lifeguard, NRA, Pilot, Maritime

Visit our Earnings and Benefits Page for more details. Learn more about GDBA via our website, social media, or LinkedIn.