Gavin de Becker and Associates

Security Specialist - Fitness Professionals and Athletes Encouraged to Apply

Gavin de Becker and Associates$79K — $94K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High-performing athletes from all sports backgrounds
  • Certified Personal Trainers (NASM, ACE, ISSA, NCSF, ACSM)
  • Military Fitness Trainers (Master Fitness Trainer, Force Fitness Instructor)
  • Competitive Bodybuilders (NPC, OCB, NFF, IFBB)
  • Pilates and Yoga Instructors
  • Olympic Powerlifters
  • HYROX and CrossFit Athletes

Responsibilities

  • Monitor properties using GDBA Command Center technology
  • Screen visitors and vendors; manage access to sites
  • Coordinate security plans and respond to medical emergencies
  • Provide physical protection and logistics at clients' residences and travels
  • Ensure secure transportation as necessary
  • Survey and prepare locations prior to client arrivals
  • Document suspicious activities and prepare reports
  • Maintain readiness against potential threats

Benefits

  • Comprehensive 401k Retirement Plan with significant employer contributions
  • $15,000 employer contribution for First-Year Associates
  • $3,000 employer contribution each subsequent year
  • 10% no-limit matching for retirement contributions
Full Job Description
A newly hired Protector in Baltimore will earn no less than $79,000 in base earnings during their first year with GDBA. Baltimore-based Protectors could earn up to $94,000 in first year earnings when accounting for prior relevant experience, GDBA Training Academy performance, and promotion opportunities.

Who You Are:

We are actively seeking high-performing athletes and fitness training professionals where physical readiness, mental discipline, and precise decision-making matter. GDBA incorporates physical fitness standards into its selection process and our deployment of anti-assassination strategies each and every day.

Many applicants that possess the following skill sets and professional certifications have gone on to have successful GDBA careers:
  • Collegiate / Professional Athletes (All sports welcome)
  • Certified Personal Trainers - NASM, ACE, ISSA, NCSF, ACSM
  • Military Fitness Trainers - Master Fitness Trainer (Army, Navy, Air Force), Force Fitness Instructor (Marine Corps)
  • Bodybuilders - NPC, OCB, NFF, IFBB
  • Pilates / Yoga Instructors
  • Olympic Powerlifters
  • HYROX / CrossFit Athletes

WHY? - Physical fitness is foundational to readiness, rapid response, and confident performance under pressure. Strength is a choice.

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 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

Best in Class 401k Retirement Plan
  • $15,000 employer contribution for First-Year Associates
  • $3,000 employer contribution each year thereafter
  • 10% no-limit matching for all Associates who choose to contribute to their retirement plan

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

About Gavin de Becker and Associates

Gavin de Becker and Associates is a security and consulting firm that provides protection to public figures, government officials, and high-profile individuals. The company was founded in 1978 by Gavin de Becker, who is a security expert and author of the book The Gift of Fear. The company's services include threat assessment, security consulting, and protective services. Gavin de Becker and Associates has worked with a number of high-profile clients, including Jeff Bezos, Madonna, and Michael J. Fox.
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