Executive Protection Field Specialist - Prior Law Enforcement Preferred

Executive Protection Field Specialist - Prior Law Enforcement Preferred 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 Palo Alto, CA will earn no less than $150k in their first year with GDBA. Your Role as a Protector: Threat and risk assessment: Continuously evaluating potential threats and vulnerabilities to develop mitigation strategies. Advance planning: Conducting reconnaissance of locations, planning secure travel routes, and preparing emergency plans before the client arrives. Close protection: Providing a physical security presence and immediate defense for the client during travel and events. Crisis management: Making rapid, decisive actions during emergencies, including medical incidents, security breaches, or hostile situations. Secure transportation: Arranging and providing secure transport, which includes defensive and evasive driving. Liaison: Coordinating with law enforcement, local authorities, and venue staff to ensure a seamless and secure operation. Surveillance: Performing surveillance detection and counter‑surveillance to identify and deter threats. Residential protection: Monitoring the property through command center technology, screening visitors and vendors, and controlling all access points to the protected site. Who You Are: 10+ years working in a full‑time certified law enforcement officer position(s). Federal, State, and Local level officers are all encouraged to apply. HR‑218 (LEOSA) or CA CCW eligibility is ideal. 10+ years of experience conducting close protection/executive protection operations for high‑net‑worth clients/at‑risk clients. Experience in Residential, Corporate, Technology, or Military/Law Enforcement Protective Services (PSD) environments is preferred. 10+ years of Special Operations (SOF) military experience – All Branches Welcome to Apply. Unique experiences such as CIA Global Response Staff (GRS) are also highly desirable. Hiring Process Requirements: 12‑Day Introductory Training Academy in San Antonio, TX 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 obtain appropriate state firearm and security licensing Candidates are required to be eligible to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr