Security Specialist

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

A newly hired Protector in Santa Barbara will earn no less than $90,000 in base earnings during their first year with GDBA. Santa Barbara-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.

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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

Hiring Process Requirements:

• 12-Day Introductory Essential Protector Skills (EPS) 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