Global Head of Physical Security & Safety

TikTok USDS Joint Venture; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 255,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Wellbeing benefits

Paid holidays

Paid sick days

Paid personal time

Job summary

TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC seeks a Global Security Operations Leader to oversee 24/7 security operations, executive protection, crisis management, travel security, event security, and crisis response across a large global footprint. The role reports to the Head of Security & Privacy and drives enterprise security policy and governance.

The candidate will manage a global team of security directors, integrate physical, technical, and cyber-security functions, and collaborate with Legal, HR,

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in physical security, law enforcement, military, or combination
• Global corporate security experience with senior executives
• Experience in physical security technology and investigations
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Strategic thinking with tactical execution

Responsibilities

• Define USDS JV security strategy and governance
• Design and oversee an integrated security fabric across functions
• Lead workforce protection, crisis management, and business continuity
• Collaborate with Legal, HR, Facilities, Privacy; liaise with law enforcement
• Oversee budgeting, vendor contracts, and global team mentorship
• Lead threat intelligence and investigations with board-level briefings

Skills

Physical security

Security leadership

Executive protection

Crisis management

Policy development

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Criminal justice / Homeland security

Job description

TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC seeks a Global Security Operations Leader to oversee 24/7 security operations, executive protection, crisis management, travel security, event security, and crisis response across a large global footprint. The role reports to the Head of Security & Privacy and drives enterprise security policy and governance.

The candidate will manage a global team of security directors, integrate physical, technical, and cyber-security functions, and collaborate with Legal, HR,