Executive Protection Specialist Atlanta, GA

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 protecting human life through the assessment, prediction, and management of violence.

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

Commissioned as a newly hired Protector in Atlanta, you will earn no less than $64,000 in base earnings for your first year. Atlanta‑based Protectors may earn up to $77,000 when accounting for prior relevant experience, Academy performance, and promotion opportunities.

• Monitor property while utilizing the tools and technology of a GDBA Command Center.
• Screen visitors and vendors; control all access to protected sites.
• 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 client arrival.
• Prepare detailed documentation of suspicious activity.
• Create and maintain readiness to meet any threat.

Veterans represent over 60% of GDBA’s workforce;
Military‑experienced candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Active National Guard or Reservists: we can accommodate drill schedules and activations.
• Active‑duty service members: encouraged to apply within 90 days of ETS date.
• Successful Protectors come from varied backgrounds and value effective communication, physical fitness, a willingness to learn, honesty, and teamwork.

Our promotion system is merit‑based; performance matters most, not seniority.

• 12‑Day Introductory Training Academy in San Antonio, TX.
• 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.

• $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.

Candidates are required to be eligible to work in the United States.