Global Head of Physical Security and Safety

Scopely • Culver City, CA

198d • $158,000 - $201,000

About The Position

We are seeking a strategic, experienced, and highly collaborative leader to serve as the Global Head of Physical Security and Safety. This individual will be responsible for developing and leading the company’s global security and safety strategy, programs, and operations across our 14+ locations worldwide, with an emphasis on creating a proactive, people-centered approach to risk management. Based in Culver City, CA, this role will partner closely with regional facilities, real estate, legal, HR, IT, and executive leadership to ensure the safety of our people, assets, and physical environments while enabling a productive and inspiring workplace experience.

Requirements

• 12+ years of progressive experience in corporate physical security, workplace safety, emergency management, or related fields.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role overseeing global programs and geographically distributed teams.
• Deep knowledge of global security best practices, risk management, threat assessments, and compliance requirements.
• Experience developing and scaling security programs in a fast-paced, dynamic, and creative environment.
• Excellent communication, crisis leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong judgment, integrity, and discretion in handling sensitive issues.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in media, technology, entertainment, or gaming sectors.
• Certification(s) such as CPP (Certified Protection Professional), PSP (Physical Security Professional), or OSHA/NEBOSH safety credentials.
• Military, law enforcement, or intelligence community background (a plus, not required).
• Familiarity with AI tools, smart building technologies, and future-forward workplace innovations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a global physical security and safety strategy aligned with the company’s values, growth objectives, and risk tolerance.
• Establish scalable frameworks, protocols, and standards for physical security, access control, workplace safety, emergency preparedness, and crisis response across all hubs.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on global risk, crisis management, and safety-related matters.
• Oversee daily operations of global physical security, including guarding services, surveillance systems, badging and access management, and emergency systems.
• Design and maintain business continuity, disaster recovery, and incident response plans.
• Ensure all locations are in compliance with local, state, federal, and international health, safety, and security regulations.
• Partner with Global Facilities, Real Estate Strategy, IT, Legal, People Solutions, and other cross-functional teams to ensure holistic planning and implementation.
• Act as a key contributor to real estate development and build-out projects from a safety and security perspective.
• Evaluate and implement security technologies (e.g., physical access controls, threat detection, safety apps, emergency communication platforms).
• Identify trends, threats, and emerging technologies that inform security investments and strategies.
• Build and deliver safety and emergency training programs tailored to each region’s needs and risk profile.
• Promote a safety-first culture that empowers employees and balances security with employee experience.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Pet insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid Scopely free days
• Unlimited paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees