Events & Travel Security Lead

Sciath Security•Cary, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The [Events & Travel Security Lead] is responsible for developing and executing security plans for company-sponsored events, executive appearances, and high-visibility engagements. This role owns event-specifi c security detail planning, site risk assessments, and coordination across multiple lines of business to ensure appropriate security posture and preparedness. The [Events & Travel Security Lead] also supports travel security planning, global travel monitoring, and intelligence-driven reporting, working closely with GSOC Analysts, the Travel Team, Physical Security, and external partners.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in event security planning, GSOC operations, corporate security, or a related operational role.
Demonstrated experience developing security plans, conducting site risk assessments, or supporting executive-level events.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess threats and translate risk into actionable security plans.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including stakeholder briefi ngs and formal reporting.
Ability to manage multiple events and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proven reliability, accountability, and follow-through.

Responsibilities

Event Security Planning & Coordination
Develop comprehensive security detail plans for events, executive engagements, and high-profi le gatherings.
Conduct site risk assessments for event venues, including access points, crowd dynamics, emergency response considerations, and local threat environment.
Coordinate security planning eff orts across Event Planning, Physical Security, GSOC, Legal, HR, and Executive stakeholders.
Defi ne security posture, staffi ng requirements, access controls, and response contingencies for events.
Establish OSINT Followings, Queries, and Event Monitoring to support pre-event and live intelligence coverage.
Maintain visibility over upcoming events requiring security review or approval.
Serve as the primary security coordination point during live events.
Monitor for real-time threats, disruptions, protests, or safety concerns impacting events.
Coordinate response actions with GSOC Analysts, Physical Security, and external partners as needed.
Escalate issues to GSOC leadership when risk thresholds are met.
Support post-event debriefs and document security-related outcomes.
Establish and maintain communication with law enforcement, emergency services, and other stakeholders.
Respond to and manage security incidents, including emergencies and safety issues.
Monitor for real-time incidents, disruptions, protests, medical issues, or safety concerns impacting events.
Support on-site or remote response coordination during security incidents.
Escalate issues to GSOC leadership, Physical Security, or external partners when required.
Support post-event debriefs and documentation of any security-related issues.
Proactively notify impacted travelers and Executive Assistants during significant disruptions.
Support travelers during elevated risk scenarios, including medical issues, safety concerns, or unexpected border or immigration challenges.
Coordinate escalation to GSOC leadership, Physical Security, or external partners when traveler safety may be impacted.
Identify and assess travel disruptions including airport closures, airline outages, strikes, weather events, and geopolitical activity.
Draft and distribute travel‑related ADVISORIES in coordination with GSOC leadership when thresholds are met.
Partner with the Travel Team to support executive travel planning and travel security requirements.
Maintain and update travel‑related SOPs, templates, and playbooks as processes evolve.
Act as the central liaison for event security coordination across multiple lines of business.
Coordinate with Executive Assistants on itineraries, security considerations, and contingency planning.
Provide leadership with clear, concise briefings and updates related to event and travel security.
Produce Global Travel SITREP reports and event-specific security summaries.
Document security plans, site risk assessments, and incidents in Jira and approved systems.
Ensure accuracy, clarity, and appropriate tone in all written security documentation.
Maintain and update event security SOPs, templates, and risk assessment frameworks.
Support after-action reviews by capturing timelines, impacts, and recommendations.
Document event security plans, risk assessments, and incidents in Jira and approved documentation systems.
Ensure accuracy, clarity, and appropriate tone in all event-related security communications.
Maintain and update event security SOPs, templates, and checklists.
Document travel‑related incidents, advisories, and actions taken in Jira and other required systems.
Ensure accuracy, tone, and completeness of written communications related to travel support.
Support post‑incident reviews by providing timelines, impact summaries, and lessons learned.