Protective Operations Manager, Global Security

S&P Global, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 86,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Flexible Downtime

Continuous Learning

Invest in Your Future

Family Perks

Beyond the Basics

Job summary

S&P Global, Inc. is seeking a high‑caliber security professional to lead executive protection for company leadership, including international travel and high‑profile events.

The role supports a fast‑paced Global Security & Crisis Management team and requires top‑tier risk assessment, discretion, and communication with senior leadership. The position is based at 55 Water Street in New York and requires daily on‑site presence with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in law enforcement, military, or government sectors.
• Proven executive protection experience across domestic and international travel operations.
• Strong understanding of security and risk landscapes with ability to assess threats and implement protective measures.
• Comfortable engaging with senior executives and leadership teams.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, including overnights.
• Physical presence at 55 Water Street office, five days a week.
• Valid driver’s license and passport.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive protection to company leadership.
• Augment security coverage at leadership meetings, conferences, and events; assist in incident management.
• Provide executive protection during domestic and international travel.
• Support security operations by providing coverage at leadership meetings and incidents.
• Lead trip planning including security plans, risk assessments, and stakeholder coordination.
• Maintain security documentation and protocols for protection activities.
• Assist Building Operations and Investigation functions as needed.

Skills

Executive protection

Travel security

Leadership engagement

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Education

ASIS PSP/CPP certifications

Job description

About the Role

Grade Level (for internal use): 11 The Team: Working with key partners both within and beyond the Corporation, Global Security & Crisis Management (GS&CM) strides to protect the Corporation's people, assets, brand, and reputation while building an environment that enables successful business interactions through planning, consultation and operational integrity.

Responsibilities and Impact

This is a great opportunity to work in a fast-paced and rewarding corporate security role during a time of great change and challenge.

• Operating with the highest levels of personal integrity and professionalism, perform executive protection to company leadership.
• Provide support to the broader Global Security & Crisis Management Team by augmenting security coverage at S&P leadership meetings, business conferences and events, as well as incident management, when needed.
• Provide executive protection services to company leadership during domestic and international travel, ensuring the highest levels of safety and professionalism.
• Support Global Security & Crisis Management operations by providing security coverage at leadership meetings, business conferences, and incident management when needed.
• Conduct daily executive calendar reviews and coordinate with staff and leadership to ensure seamless security integration.
• Lead comprehensive trip planning and logistics including security plan creation, risk assessments, and coordination with key stakeholders for executive travel, events and off-site events.
• Maintain security documentation and protocols including Risk Registers, Internal Threat Databases, and Standard Operating Procedures for all protection activities.
• Assist the Building Operations and Investigation functions as needed to support broader security objectives.

Compensation/Benefits Information

(This section is only applicable to US candidates) S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $85,773 to $130,652. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications.

In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.

This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here.

What We’re Looking For

Basic Required Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in law enforcement, military, or government sectors
• Proven executive protection experience across diverse settings including domestic and international travel operations
• Strong understanding of security and risk landscapes with ability to assess threats and implement appropriate protective measures
• Comfortable to engage with senior executives and leadership teams
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with comfort level engaging senior leadership and board members at the highest organizational levels
• Travel domestically and internationally from overnight to multiple days
• Sound operational judgment, discretion, reliability, and adaptability in dynamic security environments
• Physical presence required at 55 Water Street office, 5 days a week
• Valid driver’s license and passport

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Professional security certifications such as ASIS membership with PSP, CPP, or specialized executive protection training credentials
• Aviation security experience including familiarity with private aviation, fixed base operations (FBOs), and airport security protocols
• International operations experience with demonstrable experience working abroad and ability to interact effectively across diverse cultures
• Specialized tactical training including defensive driving tactics and emergency response certifications (CPR/First Aid/AED from American Red Cross, AHA, etc.)
• Attention to detail and ability to think clearly during fluid events while maintaining the highest level of client confidentiality and integrity
• Keen sense of personal ownership and accountability with proven track record of reliability in high-stakes environments

Right to Work Requirements

This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission: Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People: We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards- small perks can make a big difference.

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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