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Executive Protection Specialist - Women Strongly Encouraged to Apply
Gavin de Becker & Associates · New York City · United States
Posted: 9/9/2026 · On the employer's job feed since 10/11/2026
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GDBA’s Mission: The Safety, Privacy, and Wellbeing of our Clients
As a full-time hourly employee, first year earnings for this role will start at a minimum of $90,000 per year. This position offers earnings potential of up to $110,000 commensurate with experience, overtime opportunities, and more. This position requires relocation to Boston MA.
To learn more about earnings, promotions, benefits, and more – visit GDBA.com/careers
Your Role as a Protector:
- 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
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