Executive Protection Specialist – Global Protective Operations

Gavin de Becker & Associates

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Washington, DC Until 8/30/2026 First posted July 1, 2026 Last posted July 1, 2026
Job description

Mission: The Safety, Privacy and Wellbeing of our Clients

Executive Protection Specialists are tasked with providing close protection coverage for GDBA clients during domestic and international field details. Every member of this team must be experienced, physically fit, flexible, and adaptable.

As a full-time hourly employee, first year earnings for this role will start at a minimum of $120,000 per year. This position offers earnings potential of up to $150,000+ commensurate with experience, overtime opportunities, and more. 

This is a travel-in position that is not tied to a specific GDBA Office. Suitable candidates should live within a short distance of a major airport.

Ideal candidates must possess all the following: 

  • Extensive real-world experience working in a close protection role with UHNW individuals or other types of recognizable public/government figures during domestic and international travel.
  • This role requires a high level of comfort operating as a security driver in various locations and vehicle types, including experience with route planning and driving a manual transmission vehicle.
  • Experience independently conducting both physical and online advances, resulting in clear, well-written advance reports. Candidates should demonstrate a strong familiarity with navigating FBOs, hotels, and a wide range of public venues.

Selection Process Requirements: 

  • 12-Day Introductory Training Academy in San Antonio, TX 
  • Must 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 
  • Must be able to obtain appropriate state firearm and security licensing 

  • Background check required 
About this role

Summary

Provide close protection for high-profile clients during domestic and international travel.

Job title

Executive Protection Specialist – Global Protective Operations

Experience level

none

Industry

security

Location requirements

Washington, DC; remote work not allowed

Salary

$120k–$150k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

security drivingadvance planningphysical fitnessbackground checkfirearm licensing

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

close protectiontraveldrivingadvance reportssecurity licensing
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Washington, DC, USA

On-site City