Manager, Global Event Security

Gartner•Irving, TX

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This candidate will have a demonstrated subject matter expertise in event security operations, with a clear understanding of risk management principles. The Manager will be responsible for security and safety operations at Gartner events, ensuring that Gartner’s associates, attendees, and vendors are adequately protected from all hazards. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to work with little or no supervision, be exceedingly well organized, flexible, should enjoy the challenges of working on a fast-paced and agile entrepreneurial team, and must demonstrate a high level of professionalism and discretion. He/she must also demonstrate a commitment to enabling Gartner’s business through risk management practice and possess a no-limits, customer-centric mindset.

Requirements

Minimum of 7-10 years of event security operations experience desired, preferably with private sector organizations for events up to 10,000 people
Operational experience managing security vendors, guard services, and hotel/venue security teams
Expertise in threat management, threat assessment, protective intelligence and personal protective processes
Strong understanding of industry specific legislations and compliance requirements
Ability to articulate how they will apply skills learned in previous roles to complex client issues in the commercial security sector
Exercises sound operational judgment, as well as flexibility to shifting priorities and challenges
Collaborative, team player who has a proven ability to identify and define objectives while managing resources within a budget plan
Highly effective verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated presentation and communications skills and ability to speak to senior audiences with subject matter mastery
Proficient with all basic Microsoft computer software programs and communications techniques

Nice To Haves

Industry certifications are preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Assess, identify, and implement appropriate security and safety standards, guidelines, plans, and measures for Gartner events based on type, location, and risk profile
Partner with Gartner Conferences and events teams to determine and implement appropriate security measures
Manage event security vendor(s) ensuring that security planning and on-site security is executed to Gartner standards
Manage relationships with venue security & safety teams, venue management, and local law enforcement in Gartner event locations
Ensure that Gartner events, venues, and vendor services meet all legal requirements for security and health & safety
Manage event security vendors to ensure optimal performance and excellent customer service
Implement event security crisis management plans and processes.
Respond to emergencies as they arise, ensuring proper communication is sent out to those involved and/or affected, while maintaining proper client/security relationships through the contact and support.
Execute against executive and VIP security standards and measures.
Partner with GSS partners to ensure that event-specific intelligence gathering and notification processes are in place.
Liaise with external industry resources (e.g. law enforcement, government, emergency responders, industry peers & associations, etc.) on event security best practices.
Support other executive protection, regional, and site-specific security incidents and issues as necessary.