Global Event Security Lead - VIP & Crisis Response

Gartner; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 86,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Gartner is seeking an experienced Event Security Leader to design and implement robust security measures for large-scale Gartner events globally. You will collaborate with Conferences and events teams to deploy protection plans that meet Gartner standards and legal requirements.

The role requires managing security vendors, liaising with venues and authorities, and handling crisis management. Travel up to 40% is expected, with on-site duties across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to collaborate with multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Experience managing security vendors and hotel/venue security teams.
• Strong threat management and protective intelligence background.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, able to briefing senior audiences.

Responsibilities

• Assess and implement Gartner event security standards by type and location.
• Partner with conferences and events teams to deploy measures.
• Manage security vendors and venue security teams to Gartner standards.
• Coordinate with venue management and local law enforcement.
• Ensure compliance with all security, safety, and health regulations.

Skills

Team collaboration

Vendor management

Threat assessment

Communication

Budget management

Leadership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gartner is seeking an experienced Event Security Leader to design and implement robust security measures for large-scale Gartner events globally. You will collaborate with Conferences and events teams to deploy protection plans that meet Gartner standards and legal requirements.

The role requires managing security vendors, liaising with venues and authorities, and handling crisis management. Travel up to 40% is expected, with on-site duties across multiple locations.