Embedded Event Security Manager (US, Remote)

Embedded Event Security Manager 

About the Role 

Crisis24 is seeking an experienced Embedded Event Security Manager to support a high-profile corporate client through the development and execution of a global event security program. This role is responsible for building scalable event security processes, leading operational planning efforts, and coordinating closely with Executive Protection, Physical Security, Protective Intelligence, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure events are executed safely, professionally, and efficiently. 
 
Supported events may range from small executive off-sites and internal gatherings to large-scale conferences and high-visibility public engagements. This position requires strong operational planning capability, sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to operate effectively in fast-paced environments. 
 
While this role is remote first, periodic travel and in-person support are required throughout the year. 

Responsibilities 

Event Security Program Development 

• Develop and maintain event security risk tiering frameworks
• Establish scalable event security planning standards, playbooks, templates, and operational guidance
• Coordinate with security leadership to align event security operations with organizational risk tolerance and security policies
• Track program metrics, including incident trends, vendor performance, and planning effectiveness, to support continuous improvement
• Support operational readiness through effective planning workflows and documentation management 

Event Security Planning & Execution 

• Lead security planning efforts for executive offsites, internal events, conferences, and public-facing engagements
• Conduct event risk assessments considering venue environment, executive participation, attendee volume, public visibility, travel requirements, and potential disruption risks
• Develop concepts of operation (CONOPS), staffing plans, and operational runbooks tailored to event risk profiles
• Coordinate onsite security operations with vendors, venue security teams, and internal stakeholders
• Ensure operational readiness and contingency planning for all supported events 

Executive Protection Integration 

• Coordinate closely with Executive Protection teams to integrate protective requirements into overall event operations
• Support executive arrivals and departures, secure movement routes, backstage access, and other protective measures as required
• Ensure protective operations are conducted discreetly and aligned with the overall event experience 

Cross-Functional Collaboration 

• Serve as the primary security liaison for internal stakeholders supporting events
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security considerations into planning processes
• Provide guidance regarding security posture and mitigation strategies based on event risk and visibility 

Vendor & Venue Coordination 

• Manage relationships with contract security vendors, event security providers, and venue partners
• Coordinate security planning with hotels, conference centers, and event venues
• Ensure vendors meet operational expectations related to professionalism, licensing, staffing, and performance standards 

Protective Intelligence & Risk Monitoring 

• Partner with Protective Intelligence teams to assess potential risks associated with events, venues, speakers, attendees, or company presence
• Incorporate relevant intelligence into operational planning and mitigation strategies
• Coordinate with Executive Protection, Physical Security, and Protective Intelligence teams to develop comprehensive event security plans 

Incident Management & Continuous Improvement 

• Support incident response and operational coordination during events
• Conduct post-event reviews and develop after-action reports, identifying lessons learned and operational improvements
• Analyze event trends and operational outcomes to improve future planning and execution 

Qualifications 

• 5 to 7 years of experience in corporate security, executive protection, event security, or related operational leadership roles
• Demonstrated experience supporting high-visibility events ranging from executive meetings to large-scale conferences
• Proven ability to conduct site advances, threat assessments, and develop operational security plans
• Experience managing cross-functional stakeholders, contract vendors, and external partners in dynamic environments
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and shifting priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level briefings and operational reporting
• Familiarity with access control systems, credentialing processes, crowd management, and event security technologies
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and travel as operationally required
• Domestic and international travel required approximately 20 to 30 percent
• American Heart Association BLS Provider OR HeartSaver CPR/AED/First Aid Certification

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience supporting executive protection operations in corporate environments
• Experience managing security operations for high-profile public or corporate events
• Experience operating in technology, finance, healthcare, or other elevated risk industries
• Familiarity with intelligence-led security planning and risk mitigation methodologies
• Prior military, law enforcement, or specialized security background preferred 

Elite Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Competitive 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Advanced training opportunities in defensive driving and executive protection