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Security Specialist

Gavin de Becker & Associates (Website) · San Antonio · United States

Posted: 6/22/2026 · Last checked: 10/12/2026

Job description

Quoted in full from Gavin de Becker & Associates (Website)'s job posting. Gavroche does not edit it.

GDBA’s Mission: The Safety, Privacy, and Wellbeing of our Clients 

A newly hired Protector in San Antonio will earn no less than $64,000 in base earnings during their first year with GDBA. San Antonio-based Protectors could earn up to $77,000 in first year earnings when accounting for prior relevant experience, GDBA Training Academy performance, and promotion opportunities. 

To learn more about earnings, promotions, benefits, and more – visit GDBA.com/careers

Your Role as a Protector: 

  • 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 

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

New openings in San Antonio, by week

  1. 7/20/2026 10
  2. 7/27/2026 6
  3. 8/3/2026 9
  4. 8/10/2026 16
  5. 8/17/2026 25
  6. 8/24/2026 21
  7. 8/31/2026 13
  8. 9/7/2026 23
  9. 9/14/2026 26
  10. 9/21/2026 47
  11. 9/28/2026 32
  12. 10/5/2026 63

291 openings over 12 weeks, by the week they were published.

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