GDBA is seeking qualified individuals who are willing to consider relocation within a commutable distance of Palo Alto, CA. Relocation assistance will be offered on a case-by-case basis .

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 Palo Alto, CA will earn no less than $150k in their first year with GDBA.

Your Role as a Protector:


+ Threat and risk assessment: Continuously evaluating potential threats and vulnerabilities to develop mitigation strategies.

+ Advance planning: Conducting reconnaissance of locations, planning secure tr...