Global Physical Security Red Team Lead, GSRS

Google Inc.; Sunnyvale, Boulder (CA, CO); On-site; USD 157,000 - 227,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Performance bonus

Job summary

Google Inc. in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Global Physical Security Red Team Lead to drive GSRS initiatives. You will lead a team responsible for complex problems, risk analysis, and reporting to strengthen the enterprise security posture across the globe.

Reporting to the Director Global Security Risk Operations, you will partner with cross-functional teams, run red team exercises and facility risk assessments, and develop data‑driven metrics to show ongoing improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Security Risk Management or equivalent.
• 10 years designing and implementing security resilience programs with multiple risk stakeholders.
• 5 years in program management and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead GSRS physical security testing and red team initiatives globally.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to execute red teaming and facility risk assessments.
• Develop and monitor metrics to demonstrate program maturation.
• Oversee data-driven decisions and continuous security improvements.

Skills

Outcome ownership

Decision making

Stakeholder influence

Ambiguity handling

Security risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Security Risk Management

Tools

Risk management tools

Job description

Global Physical Security Red Team Lead, GSRS

Advanced

Experience owning outcomes and decision making, solving ambiguous problems and influencing stakeholders;deep expertise in domain.

The application window will be open until at least September 10, 2026. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date. Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Sunnyvale, CA, USA; Boulder, CO, USA; New York, NY, USA.

• Bachelor’s degree in Security Risk Management, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10 years of experience designing and implementing security resilience programs with multiple risk stakeholders in a regional or global capacity.
• 5 years of experience in program management, including developing risk management solutions and working with technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels across an organization.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in security consulting, law enforcement, security services or military with excellent attention to detail and proficiency in risk management tools, concepts and methodologies.
• Experience in successfully developing and implementing red teaming or security auditing and assessment programs, in a corporate security environment.
• Experience in developing and managing risk based physical security operations.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information and excellent judgement, discretion and diplomacy.
• Ability to take initiative, high levels of self motivation and be able to work well separately and as part of a team.

About the job

Reporting to the Director Global Security Risk Operations, the you will be the subject matter expert who will lead a team responsible for driving complex, issues and multidisciplinary efforts to ascertain, analyze, report and improve the security state of the enterprise. You will work closely with cross-functional global partners to execute on Red Teaming initiatives and facility risk assessments. You will be responsible for the continuous development of strengthening the security ecosystem through data driven decisions and the maturation of the program through evidence based success metrics that illustrate the continued evolution.

From keeping Googlers safe and secure to managing disruptive events, the ability to anticipate, deter, detect, and act are the pillars of Google’s Global Security and Resilience Services (GSRS) team. As a member of GSRS you will help develop a culture where safety, security and resiliency are integrated into every facet of Google, including the creative process. You will help us continually identify, evaluate and monitor enterprise risks that could affect business activities and provide business leaders the information they need to make critical decisions. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to create innovative strategies and develop programs that drive sustainable effectiveness.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $157000 - $227000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits

• Lead GSRS physical security penetration testing on a global scale.
• Partner with the Alphabet’s Enterprise Red Team cross-functional working group in collaboration with digital security partners.
• Manage a team responsible for the strategy, tracking, and data analysis of audits and assessment.
• Manage vendor governance through established relationships and accountability of contractual performance against services and deliverables.
• Collaborate with security business partners and support functions within Google (HR, Legal etc.) to plan, develop, and implement processes and guidelines that supports the organization’s security goal and strategy.

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google’s EEO Policy , Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal , Belonging at Google , and How we hire .

Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.

Equity is granted exclusively and discretionarily by Alphabet Inc. on the basis of an agreement concluded between you and Alphabet Inc. Alphabet Inc. is your sole contractual partner with respect to equity grants. GSU grants are not guaranteed, are discretionary, are subject to approval by the Alphabet Inc. board of directors or its delegate, the terms of the relevant Alphabet Inc. stock plan, and your grant agreement. They have no impact on statutory payments. Current or past grants do not confer an acquired right.