Executive Protection Specialist

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 Protectors, Analysts, and Investigators are committed to protecting human life through the assessment, prediction, and management of violence.

GDBA is seeking a Field Travel Protector to be ready and able to travel and advance internationally up to 130 days per year. This support may come at a Residential Command Center, on a Field Detail, conducting an advance, or completing a Secure Transportation Operation (STO).

First year earnings for this role start at a minimum of $90,000 based on a 40‑hour work week. This position offers earnings potential of up to $120,000+ commensurate with experience, overtime opportunities, bonuses, travel pay and more. A sign‑on bonus and training academy scholarship are available.

• Ability to travel upwards of 130 days per year (travel typically occurs in 1‑2 week blocks)
• Exceptional Communication Skills and Physical Fitness.
• Drug and Nicotine‑Free.
• Pass our Pre‑Employment Background Investigation.
• Must live within a commutable distance of downtown Washington, DC.

• If Military background:
  Junior Officers and Staff NCOs desired.
• If Law Enforcement background: at least 3 years of experience.
• Assigned to Military Protective Security Operations Units; specifically, Air Force OSI, Army CID, Marine Corps CID, or Navy NCIS.
• Assigned to State or Federal Law Enforcement Protection Units; specifically the close protection of Mayors, Governors, and high‑ranking Federal Government Officials.
• Has demonstrated exceptional results in a Close Protection role, including managing logistics, advancing locations, and providing secure transportation.

• Provide executive protection and logistics support as needed, including when the clients travel both domestically and abroad.
• Advance locations prior to a protectee’s arrival.
• Center point for disseminating information regarding security‑related incidents to the protectee and leadership.
• Coordinate contingency plans and medical response to emergencies.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to various work‑paces while always maintaining a high level of attentiveness and energy.
• Exercise sound operational judgment and flexibility to shifting priorities and challenges.

• International/Domestic Travel
• Highest Standard of Quality and Resources in the Industry
• 12‑Day Introductory Training Academy, plus continual training and qualifications

• Gym, Ammunition, and Cellphone reimbursements
• Exceptional 401(k) with Automatic $3k Employer Contribution and 10% of every Associate‑Contributed Dollar Matched by GDBA
• Free vacations each year for 200 qualified Protectors
• Up to $2,500 stipend for CCW Licenses
• Up to $1,000 stipend for Special Certifications (EMT, Lifeguard, NRA, Pilot, Maritime)

• $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

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