Europe Regional Physical Security Leader

Uber Technologies Inc.; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Uber Technologies Inc. is seeking a Global Security - Physical Security Specialist to lead security strategy across Western and Southern Europe. You will drive crisis management, manage vendor security teams, and partner with regional leadership to ensure safety and operational resilience.

You will evaluate risks in real time, deliver strategic insights to executives, and build proactive security programs that align with Uber's goals while maintaining a strong culture of safety and integrity.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of proven experience in physical security management or crisis response.
• Hands-on experience navigating complex operations across Western/Southern Europe.
• Forward-thinking, solution-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Expertise in threat assessment, risk mitigation, and adaptive security frameworks.
• Innovative use of AI and tech tools to maximise operational efficiency and decision-making.
• Proven ability to build trust and influence stakeholders in an international, matrixed environment.
• Willingness to travel across the region as needs arise.

Responsibilities

• Champion physical security operations across Western and Southern Europe, providing high-level support to neighboring regions as needed.
• Lead crisis management and incident response actions under guidance from security leadership, delivering swift on the ground support when required.
• Proactively detect, analyse, and mitigate potential security threats against team members, facilities, and regional operations.
• Advise key business leaders on security standards, threat landscapes, and strategic risk management.
• Drive and execute robust physical security strategies aligned with overarching enterprise goals.
• Cultivate collaborative partnerships with cross-functional leadership and local stakeholders across the region.
• Design and deliver engaging security awareness programs, empowering staff to build a strong culture of safety.

Skills

Threat assessment

Crisis response

Vendor management

Stakeholder influence

English fluency

Travel readiness

AI/tools for security

Job description

Uber Technologies Inc. is seeking a Global Security - Physical Security Specialist to lead security strategy across Western and Southern Europe. You will drive crisis management, manage vendor security teams, and partner with regional leadership to ensure safety and operational resilience.

You will evaluate risks in real time, deliver strategic insights to executives, and build proactive security programs that align with Uber's goals while maintaining a strong culture of safety and integrity.