Security Specialist

Gavin de Becker & Associates (Website)

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San Antonio, TX 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 San Antonio will earn no less than $64,000 in base earnings during their first year with GDBA. San Antonio-based Protectors could earn up to $77,000 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, control access, respond to emergencies, and provide physical protection.

Job title

Security Specialist

Experience level

none

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

security

Location requirements

San Antonio, TX; on-site role; remote not allowed

Salary

$64k–$77k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

physical readinessbackground checkfirearm licensingswimmingdrug free

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

monitoringaccess controlsecurity planningemergency responsephysical protection
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

San Antonio, TX, USA

On-site City