Event Security Manager Jobs in Austin, TX (NOW HIRING)

Location: Austin, Texas (Remote) and other sites including Nashville, TN; Las Vegas, NV; Los Angeles, CA.

The Global Events Security Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing safety and security operations for corporate events worldwide. This role ensures the protection of attendees, executives, employees, assets, and brand reputation through risk assessment, threat mitigation, emergency preparedness, and effective security program execution.

Working closely with Marketing, event stakeholders, venue partners, security vendors, and public safety agencies, the Manager develops and implements event‑specific security strategies, policies, and procedures to support safe and successful event operations. The position reports to the Vice President, Global Events Security and plays a critical role in ensuring consistent execution of security standards across the global events portfolio.

• Attend pre‑event site visits, walkthroughs, and planning meetings to understand event objectives, venue layouts, operational requirements, and security considerations.
• Assess safety and security needs, identify risks and threats, and develop customized security and emergency response plans.
• Partner with department peers to conduct risk and threat assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with Marketing, venue or hotel security teams, local law enforcement, and emergency services to ensure effective security planning, communication, coordination, and incident response.
• Manage relationships with event security vendors by providing oversight, coordinating training, developing staffing plans, and preparing security schedules aligned with event operations.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee security support for executives, entertainers, dignitaries, and government officials, ensuring compliance with country‑specific laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Lead and influence security planning efforts with cross‑functional teams to develop and implement event‑specific security policies, procedures, and operational practices.
• Ensure proactive and preventive security measures, contingency planning, and emergency preparedness strategies are integrated throughout the event planning process.
• Coordinate the response to security incidents and emergencies, ensuring timely resolution, appropriate documentation, and post‑event reporting.
• Partner with Marketing and vendors to optimize security expenditures while maintaining effective risk mitigation and operational efficiency.
• Perform additional security‑related duties as assigned to support departmental objectives and event operations.

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five (5) years of security, operations, or related experience, preferably with a focus on corporate event security. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, a minimum of seven (7) years of directly related experience counts.
• Demonstrated experience developing security staffing plans and schedules based on event production and operational requirements, and managing security vendors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Zoom.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, project management, and multitasking skills.
• Self‑motivated, able to work effectively under pressure, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and demonstrate professionalism and situational awareness.
• Proven ability to identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute ideas that enhance security programs and operational effectiveness.
• Preferred: Additional language skills, including Portuguese (not required).
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, including multi‑day assignments and occasional weekend travel; valid passport and necessary visas required.
• Ability to support multiple events throughout the year while adapting to changing priorities and evolving situations.

• Retirement plan
• Employer‑provided medical and dental coverage
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance plan
• Securitas Saves discount program
• Paid holidays
• Paid time away from work (vacation, sick time, or PTO as per local policy)

Securitas is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.