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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 assessment, prediction, and management of violence.
GDBA’s Mission: The Safety, Privacy, and Wellbeing of our Clients.
A newly hired Protector in Menlo Park/Palo Alto will earn no less than $90,000 in their first year with GDBA. Protectors based in Menlo Park/Palo Alto could earn up to $110,000 in their first year, considering prior relevant experience, GDBA Training Academy performance, and promotion opportunities.
This is a full-time position with benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401(k).
Your Role As a Protector
- Monitor property using GDBA Command Center tools and technology.
- Screen visitors and vendors; control all access to protected sites.
- Coordinate and execute security plans and respond to medical emergencies.
- Provide physical protection and logistical support at clients' homes and during travel.
- Provide secure transportation as needed.
- Survey and prepare locations prior to client arrival.
- Document suspicious activity in detail.
- Maintain readiness to meet any threat.
Who You Are
Military, law enforcement, or experience in executive protection/security is meaningful but not required. We value effective communication, physical fitness, willingness to learn, honesty, and teamwork. Our promotion system is merit-based; performance is paramount.
Interested Candidates Should Expect The Following
- 12-Day Introductory Essential Protector Skills (EPS) Training Academy.
- Professional Leadership Track (PLT): a 2-year on-the-job executive protection training curriculum including 500 hours of training, mentoring, instructing, and certification, plus four advanced academies.
- Ability to pass physical readiness tests (pull-ups, push-ups, sit-ups, 800m run).
- Must be drug and nicotine free.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
- Must be able to swim.
Additional Compensation And Benefits
- $1,500 sign-on bonus.
- Reimbursements for gym, massage, ammunition, and cellphone.
- $1,100 HSA contribution.
- Family benefits, including outing funds, active kids fund, and school supplies fund.
- Free annual vacations for 200 qualified Protectors.
- Up to $2,500 stipend for CCW licenses.
- Up to $1,000 stipend for certifications (EMT, Lifeguard, NRA, Pilot, Maritime).