
Global Operations - Director, Global Physical Security Operations
Creative Artists Agency, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
divh2Director Of Physical Security Operations/h2pAs part of CAAs Global Safety Security Organization, the Director of Physical Security Operations will be responsible for supporting the development of programs designed to ensure CAA is prepared to operate safely through dynamic situations and events in the US and globally. The Director of Physical Security Operations is a senior leadership role responsible for the strategic planning, management, and execution of all physical security operations across the organization globally. This role will oversee a team of Regional Security Managers in multiple regions, including the United States and international. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive, risk-based approach to security, combining operational excellence with strong leadership and collaboration across business functions. This role will report to the Global Head of Safety Security./ph3Responsibilities/h3pLeadership Oversight/pulliLead, mentor, and manage a team of Regional Security Managers across multiple geographic locations./liliProvide direct oversight for event security operations, ensuring seamless coordination, planning, and execution of security for high-risk or high-profile events./liliServe as a senior subject matter expert for all physical security-related issues within the organization./li/ulpSecurity Operations/pulliDevelop and implement standardized physical security protocols, policies, and procedures across all sites and regions./liliConduct regular threat and vulnerability assessments to ensure controls are appropriately aligned with risk posture./liliOversee security staffing, contract security partners, technology deployments, and emergency response plans./liliSupport the regional implementation of security technology and platforms compatible with global strategy./li/ulpBrief senior management on status of security issues and engage with security leadership on information sharing and best practices in risk mitigation./ppLead the management of all third-party security contracts at all applicable sites in coordination with the Global Safety Security leadership./ppKeep the organizations in-house case management system up to date with incidents and investigations and leveraging it to proactively monitor for potential threats./ppDevelop and implement policies, procedures, standards, and training globally under the direction of Global Head of Safety and Security./ppStrategic Planning/pulliCollaborate with executive leadership to align physical security programs with organizational goals and risk management strategies./liliMaintain close relationships with high-level law enforcement, intelligence, and private sector counterparts in all regions, including international./liliCreate and manage budgets for regional and event-related security operations, ensuring cost-effective and efficient use of resources./liliTrack, analyze, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics for continuous improvement./li/ulpEvent Security Management/pulliPartner with internal teams (e.g., Legal, Facilities, HR, Communications) and external stakeholders (e.g., law enforcement, venues, vendors) to ensure secure event execution./liliDevelop customized event security plans, including access control, credentialing, threat assessments, and incident response./liliOversee security operations for VIPs, special guests, and company executives during public-facing or private events./li/ulpCompliance Investigations/pulliEnsure compliance with local, state, federal, and international security regulations and industry standards./liliLead or support investigations involving physical security incidents and other physical security concerns./liliMaintain incident management systems and develop after-action reports for continuous learning./li/ulh3Qualifications:/h3ulliBachelors degree in criminal justice, Security Management, or a related field; masters preferred./liliMinimum 10+ years of progressive experience in physical security operations, and law enforcement, including 5+ years in a leadership role./liliProven experience managing multi-site security programs and leading regional teams./liliExtensive experience in event security operations, preferably for a global or high-profile organization./liliFamiliarity with access control, CCTV, visitor management, GSOC integration, and other physical security systems and technologies./liliStrong knowledge of risk management, emergency preparedness, and crisis response./liliExcellent communication, collaboration, and decision-making skills./liliAbility to travel as needed (up to 20%)./li/ulpPreferred Certifications:/pulliCertified Protection Professional (CPP) ASIS/liliPhysical Security Professional (PSP) ASIS/liliCrime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)/li/ulh3Job Location/h3ulliPosition will be required to be on site at the CAA office in Los Angeles, California/li/ulh3Compensation/h3pThe annual base salary for this position is in the range of $165,000-$200,000. This position also is eligible for benefits and discretionary bonus. Ultimately, the salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more./ppCreative Artists Agency, LLC (the Company) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate on the basis of race (inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, family and medical care leave status, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, an employees or their dependents reproductive health decision making (e.g., the decision to use or access a particular drug, device or medical service), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. CAA does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by CAA to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any such employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the acknowledgement and agreement that CAA will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity./p/div