Apply Now Security Specialist - Los Angeles, CA at Gavin de Becker & Associates Los Angeles, CA Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) protects the worlds 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. Learn more about our organization on our website (https://gdba.com/join-our-team/) or our LinkedIn page (https://www.linkedin.com/company/gdbaprotects/life/1744e897-e108-47b1-8ecd-aa002d46516d/?viewAsMember=true) . First year earnings start at a minimum of $60k based on a 40-hour work week. Earnings potential of up to $80k commensurate with experience. A sign-on bonus and training scholarship are also available (see details below). Visit our Earnings and Benefits Page to learn more about additional bonuses, travel pay, and more: www.gdba.com/earnings-and-benefits Mission: The Safety, Privacy and Wellbeing of our Clients.
Provide protection and logistical support at clients' homes and when they travel
Detect and defeat adversaries
Create and maintain readiness to meet any threat
Survey and prepare locations prior to arrival of the protected person
Coordinate and execute plans for security and medical emergencies
Who You Are:
Military, law enforcement, or security background is meaningful, though not a requirement. 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 are physically fit, willing to learn, tell the truth, work together and prove to be trustworthy. Our promotion system is merit-based. Performance matters most, not seniority. Interested candidates should expect the following:
$1k-$5k sign-on bonus
Industry-Leading Compensation
International/Domestic Travel when required
12-Day Introductory Training Academy, plus continual training and qualifications
Highest Standard of Quality and Resources in the Industry
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, 401k.
Gym, Massage, Ammunition and Cellphone Reimbursements.
Successful Candidates will have these attributes:
Wish to be of service and protect others
Excellent communication ability
Commitment to maintaining a high level of attentiveness and energy
Excellent health and fitness, able to pass physical readiness test (https://gdba.com/join-our-team/#physical-readiness-test)
Drug and nicotine free
Can pass a pre-employment background investigation
Note: We are also hiring for an Executive Protection Team Leader, view our complete list of job postings at https://gdba.com/careers-map/listings.