{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"fdb736e39b59a1befb52e75e","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fdb736e39b59a1befb52e75e","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fdb736e39b59a1befb52e75e","title":"Security Specialist","description":"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.\nGDBA's Mission: The Safety, Privacy, and Wellbeing of our Clients\nA newly hired Protector in San Francisco will earn no less than $80k in their first year with GDBA. San Francisco-based Protectors could earn up to $95k in first year earnings when accounting for prior relevant experience, GDBA Training Academy performance, and promotion opportunities.\nThis is a full-time position with benefits, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401(k).\nYour Role as a Protector:\nMonitor property while utilizing the tools and technology of a GDBA Command Center\nScreen visitors and vendors; control all access to protected site\nCoordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies\nProvide physical protection and logistical support at clients' homes and when they travel\nProvide secure transportation as needed\nSurvey and prepare (advance) locations prior to arrival of client\nPrepare detailed documentation of suspicious activity\nCreate and maintain readiness to meet any threat\nWho You Are:\nMilitary, law enforcement, or experience in executive protection/security is meaningful, though not a requirement to become a GDBA Protector. We're less interested in what you are than who you are. 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.\nInterested Candidates Should Expect the Following:\n12-Day Introductory Essential Protector Skills (EPS) Training Academy\nProfessional Leadership Track (PLT) - 2‑year on-the-job executive protection training curriculum that prepares Protectors for future leadership positions at GDBA. PLT includes 500 hours of training, mentoring, instructing, and certification + 4 additional advanced executive protection/leadership training academies\nBe able to pass physical readiness test (Pull-ups, Push-ups, Sit-ups, 800m run)\nProtectors must be drug and nicotine free\nAble to pass a pre-employment background investigation\nMust be able to swim\nAdditional Compensation and Benefits:\n$3k sign-on bonus\nGym, massage, ammunition, and cellphone reimbursements\n$1,100 Health Savings Account (HSA) Contribution\nFamily benefits including family outing fund, active kids fund, and school supplies fund\nFree vacations each year for 200 qualified Protectors\nUp to $2,500 stipend for CCW Licenses\nUp to $1,000 stipend for Special Certifications (EMT, Lifeguard, NRA, Pilot, Maritime)\nVisit our Earnings and Benefits Page to learn more about benefits, stipends, additional overtime opportunities, bonuses, travel pay, and more: www.gdba.com/earnings-and-benefits.\nLearn more about our organization by visiting our website, following GDBA on social media, or connecting with us on LinkedIn.\nJob Type: Full-time\nPay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year\nBenefits:\n401(k)\n401(k) matching\nDental insurance\nEmployee assistance program\nEmployee discount\nFlexible spending account\nHealth insurance\nHealth savings account\nLife insurance\nPaid time off\nParental leave\nProfessional development assistance\nReferral program\nVision insurance\nSchedule:\n8 hour shift\nWork Location: In person","company":"Gavindebecker","rawCompany":"gavindebecker","city":"Millbrae","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T20:42:24.133Z","occupations":[{"code":"33-9032.00","title":"Security Guards","slug":"security-guards"},{"code":"33-9099.00","title":"Protective Service Workers, All Other","slug":"protective-service-workers-all-other"},{"code":"13-1199.07","title":"Security Management Specialists","slug":"security-management-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"561621","title":"Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths)","slug":"security-systems-services-except-locksmiths"},{"code":"561612","title":"Security Guards and Patrol Services","slug":"security-guards-and-patrol-services"},{"code":"928110","title":"National Security","slug":"national-security"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Security Specialist","description":"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.\nGDBA's Mission: The Safety, Privacy, and Wellbeing of our Clients\nA newly hired Protector in San Francisco will earn no less than $80k in their first year with GDBA. San Francisco-based Protectors could earn up to $95k in first year earnings when accounting for prior relevant experience, GDBA Training Academy performance, and promotion opportunities.\nThis is a full-time position with benefits, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401(k).\nYour Role as a Protector:\nMonitor property while utilizing the tools and technology of a GDBA Command Center\nScreen visitors and vendors; control all access to protected site\nCoordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies\nProvide physical protection and logistical support at clients' homes and when they travel\nProvide secure transportation as needed\nSurvey and prepare (advance) locations prior to arrival of client\nPrepare detailed documentation of suspicious activity\nCreate and maintain readiness to meet any threat\nWho You Are:\nMilitary, law enforcement, or experience in executive protection/security is meaningful, though not a requirement to become a GDBA Protector. 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PLT includes 500 hours of training, mentoring, instructing, and certification + 4 additional advanced executive protection/leadership training academies\nBe able to pass physical readiness test (Pull-ups, Push-ups, Sit-ups, 800m run)\nProtectors must be drug and nicotine free\nAble to pass a pre-employment background investigation\nMust be able to swim\nAdditional Compensation and Benefits:\n$3k sign-on bonus\nGym, massage, ammunition, and cellphone reimbursements\n$1,100 Health Savings Account (HSA) Contribution\nFamily benefits including family outing fund, active kids fund, and school supplies fund\nFree vacations each year for 200 qualified Protectors\nUp to $2,500 stipend for CCW Licenses\nUp to $1,000 stipend for Special Certifications (EMT, Lifeguard, NRA, Pilot, Maritime)\nVisit our Earnings and Benefits Page to learn more about benefits, stipends, additional overtime opportunities, bonuses, travel pay, and more: www.gdba.com/earnings-and-benefits.\nLearn more about our organization by visiting our website, following GDBA on social media, or connecting with us on LinkedIn.\nJob Type: Full-time\nPay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year\nBenefits:\n401(k)\n401(k) matching\nDental insurance\nEmployee assistance program\nEmployee discount\nFlexible spending account\nHealth insurance\nHealth savings account\nLife insurance\nPaid time off\nParental leave\nProfessional development assistance\nReferral program\nVision insurance\nSchedule:\n8 hour shift\nWork Location: In person","datePosted":"2026-04-12T20:42:24.133Z","dateModified":"2026-04-12T20:42:24.133Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Gavindebecker","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Millbrae","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"fdb736e39b59a1befb52e75e"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fdb736e39b59a1befb52e75e"}}