Security Specialist

Gavin de Becker & Associates (Website)

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Washington, DC Until 8/22/2026 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 Washington D.C will earn no less than $79,000 in base earnings during their first year with GDBA. Washington D.C-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, control access, respond to emergencies, and provide physical protection.

Job title

Security Specialist

Experience level

null

Industry

security

Location requirements

Washington, DC; remote work not allowed

Salary

$79k–$94k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

pass physical readiness testswimbackground checkfirearm licensesecurity license

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

security operationsaccess controlemergency responsesurveillance
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Washington, DC, USA

On-site City