Executive Protection Specialist - Veterans Preferred
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Salary$90k – $110k
LocationMountain View, CA
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentProtective Security
Company size501–1,000 people
PostedJun 22, 2026 · 4mo ago
Verified live3d ago
May no longer be actively hiring
Posted by the company on Jun 22, 202677% of this company's open roles have been listed for 90+ days
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
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
Communicate effectively
Physically fit
Willing to learn
Tell the truth
Enjoy working in a team environment
Complete 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
Veterans encouraged to apply
Active National Guard or Reservists encouraged to apply
Active-duty service members encouraged to apply within 90 days of ETS date and can attend EPS on Terminal Leave
Benefits
401(k)
About the company
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 Menlo Park/Palo Alto will earn no less than $90,000 in base earnings during their first year with GDBA. Menlo Park/Palo Alto-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.
Your Role as a Protector:
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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
Who You Are:
Nice to have
Veterans represent over 60% of GDBA’s workforce – Military-experienced candidates are encouraged to apply. Active National Guard or Reservists: GDBA is willing and able to accommodate your drill schedules and activations. Active-duty service members are encouraged to apply within 90 days (about 3 months) of your ETS date and can attend our Essential Protector Skills Academy (EPS) while on Terminal Leave.
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.
Hiring Process Requirements:
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12-Day Introductory Training Academy in San Antonio, TX
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Be able to pass physical readiness test (Pull-ups, Push-ups, Sit-ups, 800m run)
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Must be able to swim
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Must be drug and nicotine free
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Background check required
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Must be able to obtain appropriate state firearm and security licensing
Best in Class 401k Retirement Plan
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$15,000 employer contribution for First-Year Associates
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$3,000 employer contribution each year thereafter
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10% no-limit matching for all Associates who choose to contribute to their retirement plan
To learn more about earnings, promotions, benefits, and more – visit GDBA.com/careers