Executive Protection Specialist

Requirements

• GDBA is seeking qualified men and women from diverse backgrounds that can bring their skills and experiences to our firm's protective mission. GDBA's ideal candidate for this position possesses one or more of the following experience levels/credentials:
• 3+ 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. As is experience as an FBI Special Agent / United States Secret Service - Uniformed Division.
• 5+ years of Special Operations (SOF) military experience - All Branches Welcome to Apply. Unique experiences such as CIA Global Response Staff (GRS) is also highly desirable.
• Mission: The Safety, Privacy and Wellbeing of our Clients
• 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.
• 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

Benefits

Additional Information

GDBA is seeking a Field Travel Protector to be ready and able to travel 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 is also available.

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