Executive Protection Field Specialist - Prior Law Enforcement Preferred
$150,000–$150,000 year
On-site · San Jose, California, United States or Palo Alto, California, United States
Job Summary
As an Executive Protection Field Specialist at Gavin de Becker & Associates, your key responsibilities will include conducting threat and risk assessments, advance planning for client security, close protection during travel and events, crisis management in emergencies, and secure transportation arrangements. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of law enforcement experience, with eligibility for HR-218 or CA CCW, and substantial experience in executive protection for high-net-worth individuals. Successful candidates will undergo a 12-day Introductory Training Academy and must meet physical readiness and licensing requirements.
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years working in a full-time certified law enforcement officer position(s)
- 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
- Background check required
- Must be able to obtain appropriate state firearm and security licensing
Desired Qualifications
- HR-218 (LEOSA) or CA CCW eligibility is ideal
- 10+ years of experience conducting close protection/executive protection operations for high-net-worth clients/at-risk clients
- Experience working in one of or a combination of the following environments: Residential, Corporate, Technology, or Military/Law Enforcement Protective Services Details (PSD)
- 10+ years of Special Operations (SOF) military experience – All Branches Welcome to Apply
- Unique experiences such as CIA Global Response Staff (GRS) are also highly desirable
Additional Requirements
- Must be drug and nicotine free
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