GD
Security Specialist
full-time•Austin•$64k - $77k
About this role
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA)</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> 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. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":-20,"335559737":-20}"> </span></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span data-contrast="auto">GDBA’s Mission: The Safety, Privacy, and Wellbeing of our Clients</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":0,"335559737":-20}"> </span></span></p>
<p><strong><em><span data-contrast="auto">A newly hired Protector in Austin will earn no less than $64,000 in base earnings during their first year with GDBA. Austin-based Protectors could earn up to $77,000 in first year earnings when accounting for prior relevant experience, GDBA Training Academy performance, and promotion opportunities.</span></em></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":-20,"335559737":-20}"> </span></p>
<p><em><span data-contrast="auto">This is a full-time position with benefits, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401(k).</span></em><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":-20,"335559737":-20}"> </span></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Your Role as a Protector:</span></strong></span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":-20,"335559737":-20}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Monitor property while utilizing the tools and technology of a GDBA Command Center</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559737":-20}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Screen visitors and vendors; control all access to protected site</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559737":-20}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559737":-20}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Provide physical protection and logistical support at clients' homes and when they travel</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559737":-20}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Provide secure transportation as needed</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559737":-20}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Survey and prepare (advance) locations prior to arrival of client</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559737":-20}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Prepare detailed documentation of suspicious activity</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559737":-20}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Create and maintain readiness to meet any threat</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559737":-20}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Who You Are:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":0,"335559737":-20,"335559738":0,"335559739":120}"> </span></span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">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 </span><em><span data-contrast="auto">who you are</span></em><span data-contrast="auto">. 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.</span></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Interested Candidates Should Expect the Following:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":-20,"335559737":-20}"> </span></span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">12-Day Introductory Essential Protector Skills (EPS) Training Academy</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Professional Leadership Track (PLT) - 2‑year on-the-job executive protection training curriculum that prepares Protectors for future leadership positions at GDBA. PLT includes 500 hours of training, mentoring, instructing, and certification + 4 additional advanced executive protection/leadership training academies</li>
<li>Be able to pass <a href="https://gdba.com/join-our-team/#physical-readiness-test"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">physical readiness test</span></span></a><span data-contrast="auto"> (Pull-ups, Push-ups, Sit-ups, 800m run)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":340,"335559737":-20,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Protectors must be drug and nicotine free</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":340,"335559737":-20,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Able to pass a pre-employment background investigation</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":340,"335559737":-20,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Must be able to swim</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":340,"335559737":-20,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><u>Additional Compensation and Benefits</u></strong><u>: </u></p>
<ul>
<li>Gym, Ammunition, and Cellphone reimbursements </li>
<li>Exceptional 401(k) with Automatic $3k Employer Contribution and 10% of every Associate-Contributed Dollar Matched by GDBA</li>
<li>Free vacations each year for 200 qualified Protectors </li>
<li>Up to $2,500 stipend for CCW Licenses </li>
<li>Up to $1,000 stipend for Special Certifications (EMT, Lifeguard, NRA, Pilot, Maritime) </li>
</ul>
<p> <strong><u>Best in Class 401k Retirement Plan</u></strong></p>
<ul>
<li>$15,000 employer contribution for First-Year Associates</li>
<li>$3,000 employer contribution each year thereafter </li>
<li>10% no-limit matching for all Associates who choose to contribute to their retirement plan</li>
</ul>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Visit our Earnings and Benefits Page to learn more about benefits, stipends, additional overtime opportunities, bonuses, travel pay, and more: <a href="https://gdba.com/earnings" target="_blank">https://gdba.com/earnings</a></span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":-20,"335559737":-20}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Learn more about our organization by visiting our </span><a href="https://gdba.com/join-our-team/"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">website,</span></span></a><span data-contrast="auto"> following GDBA on social media, or connecting with us on LinkedIn.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":-20,"335559737":-20}"> </span></p>
What you'll do
- Protectors monitor properties and control access to protected sites while responding to emergencies. They provide physical protection and logistical support for clients at their homes and during travel.
About Gavin de Becker & Associates
For more than 45 years, GDBA has developed pioneering strategies and resources for protecting public figures, government agencies, enterprises, and others facing substantial safety and privacy challenges. GDBA employs full-time protectors, analysts, advisors, investigators, and instructors in more than 40 field offices, supporting clients in all regions of the U.S. and around the world. (C14230)
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What does Gavin de Becker & Associates pay for a Security Specialist?
Gavin de Becker & Associates offers a competitive compensation package for the Security Specialist role. The salary range is USD 64k - 77k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.
What does a Security Specialist do at Gavin de Becker & Associates?
As a Security Specialist at Gavin de Becker & Associates, you will: protectors monitor properties and control access to protected sites while responding to emergencies. They provide physical protection and logistical support for clients at their homes and during travel..
Is the Security Specialist position at Gavin de Becker & Associates remote?
The Security Specialist position at Gavin de Becker & Associates is based in Austin, Texas, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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