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Posted 3 months ago
Security Specialist
AustinOn-site
AI Summary
Monitors property and screens visitors and vendors, controls site access, coordinates security plans, provides physical protection and logistical support, and responds to medical emergencies.
About this role
GDBA’s Mission: The Safety, Privacy, and Wellbeing of our Clients
A newly hired Protector in Austin will earn no less than $64,000 in base earnings during their first year with GDBA. Austin-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
Skills
Access ControlDocument PreparationEmergency ResponseFirearm LicensingPhysical ProtectionSecurity LicensingSecurity PlanningSurveillance Technology
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