Hybrid Global Events Security Lead - Risk, VIP & Crisis

Gartner, Inc.; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Gartner, Inc. is seeking a seasoned security professional to lead protective services for global events and offices.

You will develop and implement security programs, manage risks in dynamic environments, and partner with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure safe, seamless event execution. The role requires senior experience in event security operations, fluent English, and strong collaboration skills to support Gartner's high-profile experiences across APAC and beyond against a

Qualifications

• Experience in threat assessment and protective intelligence.
• Proven ability to lead security programs for large events or high-profile venues.
• Strong collaboration with cross-functional teams, vendors, and clients.

Responsibilities

• Assess and implement security standards for Gartner events based on risk and location.
• Partner with conferences, venues, and law enforcement to execute Gartner standards.
• Manage security vendors and on-site security to ensure top service levels.
• Liaise with venue security, management, and external resources on best practices.
• Lead crisis management planning and emergency response for events.
• Ensure executive and VIP protection standards are maintained.
• Coordinate with internal security teams and external intelligence resources.
• Support security incidents across regions as needed.

Skills

Threat management

Operational leadership

Vendor management

Stakeholder relations

English fluency

Japanese language

Job description

Gartner, Inc. is seeking a seasoned security professional to lead protective services for global events and offices.

You will develop and implement security programs, manage risks in dynamic environments, and partner with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure safe, seamless event execution. The role requires senior experience in event security operations, fluent English, and strong collaboration skills to support Gartner's high-profile experiences across APAC and beyond against a