[Job Radar](https://jobradar.live/) / [Jobs](https://jobradar.live/ilanlar) / Security Specialist - Fitness Professionals and Athletes Encouraged to Apply Active On-site Los Angeles, CA Posted · 20.09.2026 Greenhouse (US) # Security Specialist - Fitness Professionals and Athletes Encouraged to Apply Gavin de Becker & Associates Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) protects the world’s most influential and at-risk public figures.  Founded in 1978 by 3-time Presidential appointee, Gavin de Becker, our firm’s Protectors, Analysts, and Investigators are committed to our mission of protecting human life through the assessment, prediction, and management of violence.    GDBA’s Mission: The Safety, Privacy, and Wellbeing of our Clients   A newly hired Protector in Los Angeles will earn no less than $81,000 in base earnings during their first year with GDBA. Los Angeles-based Protectors could earn up to $100,000 in first year earnings when accounting for prior relevant experience, GDBA Training Academy performance, and promotion opportunities.   Who You Are:   We are actively seeking high-performing athletes and fitness training professionals where physical readiness, mental discipline, and precise decision-making matter. GDBA incorporates physical fitness standards into its selection process and our deployment of anti-assassination strategies each and every day.   Many applicants that possess the following skill sets and professional certifications have gone on to have successful GDBA careers:  Collegiate / Professional Athletes (All sports welcome)  Certified Personal Trainers • NASM, ACE, ISSA, NCSF, ACSM Military Fitness Trainers • Master Fitness Trainer (Army, Navy, Air Force), Force Fitness Instructor (Marine Corps)  Bodybuilders • NPC, OCB, NFF, IFBB  Pilates / Yoga Instructors  Olympic Powerlifters  HYROX / CrossFit Athletes  WHY? • Physical fitness is foundational to readiness, rapid response, and confident performance under pressure. Strength is a choice.   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 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  Best in Class 401k Retirement Plan  $15,000 employer contribution for First-Year Associates  $3,000 employer contribution each year thereafter    10% no-limit matching for all Associates who choose to contribute to their retirement plan  To learn more about earnings, promotions, benefits, and more – visit GDBA.com/careers  GDBA will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Fair Chance laws and ordinances respective to the applicant’s position; applicants are to take note, criminal background checks are required for this position, per L.A. County Code § 8.300.050; L.A. Municipal Code § 189.07 (City of Los Angeles); Bus. & Prof. Code § 7583.23 (CA Firearms Permit); 18 U.S. Code § 922 (Firearms • Federal); 34 U.S. Code § 41106 (Private Security Officers).    This job was verified from Greenhouse (US). Applications are completed on the original source. [Apply on the original listing ↗](https://jobradar.live/ilan/0729893f-6136-4540-ae05-cba1a0f53e88/git) ## Stop searching one by one for roles like this. Upload your resume or enter your target roles to see your first 3 matches for free. [Find jobs for me →](https://jobradar.live/uye/kayit) Your resume is never shared with employers; it is processed only for matching. 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