Security Specialist

Gavin de Becker & Associates (Website)

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Baltimore, MD Until 8/22/2026 0+ years exp First posted June 23, 2026 Last posted June 23, 2026
Job description

GDBA’s Mission: The Safety, Privacy, and Wellbeing of our Clients 

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. 

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

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 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
About this role

Summary

Monitor property, respond to emergencies, control access, and provide protection.

Job title

Security Specialist

Experience level

none

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

security

Location requirements

Baltimore-based, remote work not specified

Salary

$79k–$94k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

background checkfirearm licensesecurity training

Preferred skills

physical readinessswimming

Specializations

monitoringsecurity plansemergency responsesecurity documentation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Baltimore, MD, USA

Work arrangement unknown City