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Military Protective Services Specialists
Median Salary
46,426
Workforce Count
3,573
Overview
What are the responsibilities of this role?
In the Military, protective services specialists perform, plan, coordinate, and execute protective service missions for personnel in high-risk and high-profile positions who are potential targets of terrorism. They are responsible for protective service tactics, anti-ambush operations, counter-surveillance operations, evasive driving techniques, and physical security.
What is the work environment like?
Protective services specialists in the military work both indoors and outdoors depending on their assignment. They may work outdoors while conducting investigations or patrolling facilities.
How many people have this role in the Military?
3,573
Compensation
Understanding How Military Pay is More Than Just a Salary
Base pay is the standard income you’ll earn as a service member, providing a stable foundation to start achieving your financial goals.
- Always fixed based on rank and service time.
- Distributed monthly.
What is the typical salary range?
Salary by Years of Service
$86,358
2 Years
$60,812
6 Years
$86,358
10+ Years
Median Salary
Military Details
Is this a staff or leadership role?
Enlisted service members execute vital tasks, support operations alongside officers and develop role-specific skills to achieve mission success.
Learn More About Enlisted and Officer PathsWhat does the training for this role entail?
All enlisted service members complete basic military training, which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field, and covers tactical and survival skills, physical training, military life and customs, and weapons training. Protective services specialists in the Military will gain skills through classroom study and on-the-job experience. Job-specific training may include:
- Military/civil laws and jurisdiction
- Investigation and evidence collection procedures and techniques
- Arrest and physical restraint techniques
- Self-defense and use of firearms
- Crime scene processing
- Interpersonal communications skills
- Search/restraint and custody/control procedures
- Crime prevention
Education
Which college majors best prepare you for this role?
- Business Administration and Management, General
- International Business/Trade/Commerce
- Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other
- Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
- E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce
Learn About How Military Can Pay for 100% of your College Degree
The Military has several programs that cover college costs — so you can pursue your education with little to no debt.
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