# Executive Protection Specialist - Women Strongly Encouraged to Apply at Gavin de Becker & Associates

> United States · Unspecified · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/greenhouse%3Agavindebeckerassociates%3A8189036 (read 2026-11-12).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Gavin de Becker & Associates](https://alderhq.app/companies/gavin-de-becker-associates)
- Location text: New York, New York
- Where it can be done from (inferred): United States (evidence: "Location: New York, New York")
- Posted: 2026-09-09 (64 days ago)
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-07 · last verified: 2026-11-08
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/gavindebeckerassociates/jobs/8189036

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: $90k per year (from the description)
- Market band for similar posted roles (New York, n 4101): p25 $60k, median $100k, p75 $162k

## Description (the employer's text)

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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