Front Desk Security Lead — Events & Incidents

Meredith Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

People Inc. is seeking a Security Operations Supervisor to oversee front-desk security, coordinate coverage, and support event security and incident response. The role is based in New York and requires a hands-on, professional security presence with leadership experience.

Responsibilities include coordinating with in-house and contracted security staff, working with GSOC, and ensuring effective security procedures during events and emergencies. In-office role with strong interaction across teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of sworn law enforcement experience.
• Experience de-escalating, handling emergencies, and making decisions under pressure.
• Experience directing personnel or coordinating operations during assignments, incidents, or events.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily front-desk security operations and guest services, coordinate coverage, and manage visitor access.
• Oversee on-site security for internal meetings and events; brief staff and coordinate with GSOC and partners.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies; maintain communications with GSOC and prepare incident reports.

Skills

Leadership experience

De-escalation

Emergency response

Public interaction

Communication skills

Front desk security

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field

Tools

Access control

CCTV

Visitor management

Incident reporting

Microsoft Office

Job description

People Inc. is seeking a Security Operations Supervisor to oversee front-desk security, coordinate coverage, and support event security and incident response. The role is based in New York and requires a hands-on, professional security presence with leadership experience.

Responsibilities include coordinating with in-house and contracted security staff, working with GSOC, and ensuring effective security procedures during events and emergencies. In-office role with strong interaction across teams.