Global Events Security Manager

Securitas Global Clients America; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Medical and dental coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance plan

Securitas Saves discount program

Paid holidays

Paid time away from work

Job summary

Securitas Security in Austin, TX, seeks a Global Events Security Manager to oversee worldwide security operations for corporate events. You will plan, implement, and execute risk assessments, emergency plans, and security programs to protect attendees, executives, assets, and brand reputation.

Responsibilities include collaborating with marketing, venues, and public safety agencies; managing staffing plans, vendors, and security schedules; and ensuring compliance with country-specific laws and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five years of security/operations experience; seven years if no degree.
• Experience developing staffing plans and managing security vendors.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Zoom).
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally; passport/visa required.
• Portuguese language skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend pre-event planning meetings to understand objectives, venue layouts, and security needs.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop security and emergency plans.
• Collaborate with Marketing, venues, and law enforcement for security planning and response.
• Manage relationships with event security vendors, staffing, and scheduling.
• Coordinate security for executives and VIPs while complying with laws and standards.
• Lead cross-functional security policy development and event operations.
• Integrate proactive security measures and contingency planning into event planning.
• Coordinate incident response, documentation, and post-event reporting.
• Collaborate with Marketing to optimize security expenditures while mitigating risk.
• Perform additional security duties as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Multitasking

Travel readiness

Under pressure

Discretion

Portuguese

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Zoom

Job description

Global Events Security Manager

The Global Events Security Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing safety and security operations for corporate events worldwide. This role ensures the protection of attendees, executives, employees, assets, and brand reputation through risk assessment, threat mitigation, emergency preparedness, and effective security program execution.

Job Description

The Global Events Security Manager works closely with Marketing, event stakeholders, venue partners, security vendors, and public safety agencies to develop and implement event‑specific security strategies, policies, and procedures. The position reports to the Vice President, Global Events Security and plays a critical role in ensuring consistent execution of security standards across the global events portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Attend pre‑event site visits, walkthroughs, and planning meetings with Marketing and event stakeholders to understand event objectives, venue layouts, operational requirements, and security considerations. Assess safety and security needs, identify risks and threats, and develop customized security and emergency response plans.
• Partner with department peers to conduct risk and threat assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and implement appropriate mitigation strategies to reduce risk and enhance event security.
• Collaborate with Marketing, venue or hotel security teams, local law enforcement, and emergency services to ensure effective security planning, communication, coordination, and incident response.
• Manage relationships with event security vendors by providing oversight, coordinating training, developing staffing plans, and preparing security schedules aligned with event operations.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee security support for executives, entertainers, dignitaries, and government officials, ensuring compliance with country‑specific laws, regulations, and industry standards while maintaining appropriate security protocols and operational requirements.
• Lead and influence security planning efforts with cross‑functional teams to develop and implement event‑specific security policies, procedures, and operational practices.
• Ensure proactive and preventative security measures, contingency planning, and emergency preparedness strategies are integrated throughout the event planning process.
• Coordinate the response to security incidents and emergencies, ensuring timely resolution, appropriate documentation, and post‑event reporting.
• Partner with Marketing and vendors to optimize security expenditures while maintaining effective risk mitigation and operational efficiency.
• Perform additional security‑related duties as assigned to support departmental objectives and event operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five (5) years of security, operations, or related experience, preferably with a focus on corporate event security. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, a minimum of seven (7) years of directly related experience in security, event operations, military service, or a related field may be considered.
• Demonstrated experience developing security staffing plans and schedules based on event production and operational requirements, as well as managing security vendors, including personnel coordination, training, performance oversight, and service delivery.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Zoom).
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, project management, and multitasking skills.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work effectively under pressure, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and demonstrate professionalism and situational awareness in sensitive environments.
• Proven ability to identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute ideas that enhance security programs and operational effectiveness.
• Preferred: Additional language skills, including Portuguese.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, including multi‑day assignments and occasional weekend travel.
• Must possess and maintain all required travel documentation, including a valid passport and necessary visas.
• Ability to support multiple events throughout the year while adapting to changing priorities, operational requirements, and evolving situations.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Securitas is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.

Global Events Security Manager / Securitas Security / Austin, Texas / TXDPS License #B03944

Benefits

• Retirement plan
• Employer‑provided medical and dental coverage
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance plan
• Securitas Saves discount program
• Paid holidays
• Paid time away from work

Additionally, some populations may have the availability of accessing earned wages on a daily basis, prior to payday. Restrictions and fees may apply.

Certain waiting periods may also apply. Paid time away from work may be available either through a combination of vacation and sick time or under a PTO policy, depending on local requirements. Benefits may be different for union members.