Security Specialist - Veterans Preferred

$70,000 - $70,000/Yr

Gavin De Becker & Associates - Atlanta, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Atlanta, GA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Security Specialist position at Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) involves protecting high-profile clients by monitoring properties, controlling access, and providing physical security. This full-time role is ideal for veterans and military-experienced candidates, emphasizing teamwork, effective communication, and physical fitness. The position offers a structured training program and opportunities for advancement based on performance.

Responsibilities

• 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

Requirements

• Must be drug and nicotine free
• Able to pass a pre-employment background investigation
• Must be able to swim
• Be able to pass physical readiness test (Pull-ups, Push-ups, Sit-ups, 800m run)

Nice-to-haves

• Military experience
• Effective communication skills
• Physical fitness
• Willingness to learn
• Teamwork orientation

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• $1k-$3k sign-on bonus
• Gym reimbursement
• Massage reimbursement
• Ammunition reimbursement
• Cellphone reimbursement
• $1,100 Health Savings Account (HSA) Contribution
• Family outing fund
• Active kids fund
• School supplies fund
• Free vacations for qualified Protectors
• Up to $2,500 stipend for CCW Licenses
• Up to $1,000 stipend for Special Certifications (EMT, Lifeguard, NRA, Pilot, Maritime)