Committed to Hiring the Military Community
Our workforce is more than 60% military veterans – a number we are proud of.
More than 350
GDBA Associates
are veterans
More than 20% of
GDBA Protectors
are active members
of the National
Guard or Reserves
More than 300 of
GDBA Protectors
have utilized a
portion of their VA
education benefits for
additional income
without any
additional workload
Qualified veterans can earn additional income on top of their GDBA base pay.
GDBA has a special accreditation from the Veteran’s Administration for its 2-year Professional Leadership Track (PLT) program. This On-the-Job Training (OJT) program enables qualified employees to use their eligible VA education benefits during their first 24 months of GDBA employment without having to take any additional in-school/online courses or training.
All GDBA Protectors go through the same 2-year Professional Leadership Track program, but on top of base pay, bonuses, stipends and other GDBA benefits, eligible employees using their VA education benefits also receive their basic allowance for housing (BAH). Protectors must work in one of our qualified states: California, Florida, Georgia, Texas, or Michigan.
The below chart illustrates hypothetical take home earnings for a Protector in the San Franscisco region utilizing their Chapter 33 benefits. Note that rates may change based on personal circumstances and individual eligibility.
| Timeframe | % of BAH Payment | Monthly BAH Take-Home Maximum | Total Maximum Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Months 1-6 | 100% | $3,651.00* | $21,906.00 |
| Months 7-12 | 80% | $2,920.80 | $17,524.80 |
| Months 13-18 | 60% | $2,190.60 | $13,143.60 |
| Months 19-24 | 40% | $1,460.40 | $8,762.40 |
| Maximum Additional Earnings Over Two Years | $61,336.80 | ||
GDBA’s BAH for San Francisco is rated at $3,651 as of February 2026. For the latest rates or information on other regions, refer to
VA Comparison Tool.
Veteran Spotlight
We actively support veterans as they transition their skills into meaningful civilian careers and continue to grow with us.
David D.
- United States Marine Corps Sergeant and Scout Sniper
- Served with the Department of State’s Diplomatic Security Teams, protecting high-ranking government officials in Iraq
- Member of the Marine Corps’ elite Fleet Anti-Terrorism Security Team
Krystle B.
- United States Navy Military Police Officer
- Provided Close Protection to 4-Star Generals and the Secretary of the Navy
- Awarded two Navy and Marine Corps Achievement medals as an Instructor
Erick G.
- United States Marine Corps Sergeant
- Served 9 years with multiple combat deployments to Iraq
- Awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement medal for his actions in Iraq
Military Friendly employer
We are honored to be named a Military Friendly® Company in recognition of our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and training military veterans.
