Security Specialist

Gartner; Egham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Specialist for Event Security to ensure safety at events. This dynamic role requires strong organizational and communication skills, as the candidate will coordinate between security teams and vendors. Responsibilities include managing documentation, assessing security standards, and facilitating crisis management. The company offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth, making it an exciting place for those passionate about security and event management. Join a team that values inclusivity and teamwork while contributing to impactful events.

Benefits

World-class benefits

Highly competitive compensation

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in law enforcement or corporate security preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate event security and operations tasks effectively.
• Manage relationships with security vendors and ensure compliance.

Skills

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Specialist, Event Security

Summary: The Specialist or Sr. Specialist will provide operational support and coordination between the event security team, event operations teams, and vendors, ensuring the safety and security of associates, attendees, and vendors at Gartner events. This role blends administrative responsibilities and event security operations, requiring a professional, organized individual who thrives in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will exhibit strong communication skills, a customer-centric mindset, and a commitment to professional growth.

Reporting Relationship: The candidate will report to the Sr. Manager, Event Security.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate projects and tasks for the event security and operations teams.
• Manage internal documentation and contribute to the improvement of program processes, tools, and services.
• Assist in assessing and implementing security and safety standards for Gartner events, aligned with legal, regulatory, and policy requirements.
• Develop strong relationships with key internal stakeholders, venue security teams, and local law enforcement to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Support event crisis management planning and response activities, including responding to emergencies and documenting incidents.
• Manage relationships with security vendors and monitor compliance with event safety, security, and service agreements.
• Facilitate communication with clients, security personnel, and other stakeholders during event operations.
• Contribute to the execution of VIP and executive security measures at events.
• Validate that on-site security meets Gartner's established standards and assist in intelligence gathering and notification processes.

Key Skills:

• Proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects concurrently.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of engaging with senior audiences.

Key Qualifications:

• Minimum of an Associate's Degree.
• Experience in law enforcement, corporate security, or security risk management preferred.
• 1-3 years of relevant work experience in a similar role.
• Collaborative team player with a proven ability to manage resources effectively within a budget.

Special Requirements:

• Willingness to travel up to 35% globally and possess a current passport.
• Availability to work evenings or weekends in support of events or security incidents.
• Ability to perform routine security functions such as walking, climbing stairs, and standing at stationary posts.

Who are we?

At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world.

Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective insight, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities.

Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to more than 20,000 associates globally who support ~15,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That’s why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference.

What makes Gartner a great place to work?

Our sustained success creates limitless opportunities for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. We have a vast, virtually untapped market potential ahead of us, providing you with an exciting trajectory long into the future. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance.

We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients.

Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations.

We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work.

What do we offer?

Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.

In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive — working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.

Ready to grow your career with Gartner? Join us.

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Job Requisition ID:98565