Reddit18 days ago
Lead Physical Security Engineer
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Amsterdam
Responsibilities
- 01Design, develop, and implement a regional physical security program for Reddit's EMEA offices, including policies, procedures, and standards tailored to local requirements
- 02Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and develop mitigation strategies specific to each EMEA site
- 03Establish and manage security systems and technologies, including access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection, across all designated EMEA locations
- 04Support global travel security initiatives for employees travelling within or from the EMEA region
- 05Create and maintain comprehensive security policies and procedures for employee safety and office security within the EMEA region
- 06Ensure compliance with all applicable local, national, and international regulations relevant to our European operations
- 07Develop and implement crisis management and business continuity plans for EMEA sites, lead security incident responses, and ensure effective emergency communication channels
- 08Support the global physical security intelligence program by monitoring threats and developments relevant to the EMEA region, and provide security briefings and reports to regional and global leadership
- 09Collaborate with the Global Physical Security team to support executive protection initiatives for senior leadership visiting or residing in the EMEA region
- 10Assist in conducting threat assessments and implementing appropriate security measures for executives in Europe
- 11Develop and implement employee security awareness training programs specifically for EMEA personnel
- 12Establish and manage incident reporting and response procedures for all EMEA sites
- 13Provide guidance and support to employees on security-related matters within the EMEA region
- 14Manage the day-to-day security operations of all company offices and facilities in Amsterdam, Berlin, Dublin, and London, including access control, video surveillance, and alarm systems
- 15Conduct regular risk assessments and audits of physical security systems and processes at these sites, addressing vulnerabilities promptly
- 16Develop and maintain strong relationships with local law enforcement and emergency services in each city of operation
- 17Work in conjunction with the global team to support and implement the comprehensive global travel security policy for EMEA-based employees
- 18Assist in providing pre-travel briefings and risk assessments to employees traveling internationally from EMEA
- 19Manage relationships with security vendors and contractors across the EMEA region
- 20Negotiate contracts and ensure service level agreements are met, especially with local security providers
- 21Evaluate vendor performance and identify areas for improvement
- 22Assist in the development and management of the physical security budget for EMEA operations
- 23Track expenses and ensure cost-effectiveness within the regional scope
- 24Partner with cross-functional teams, such as People, Legal, IT, and Operations, within the EMEA region to ensure security measures are integrated across the organization
- 25Act as a key point of contact for external security providers, government bodies, and other relevant stakeholders in Europe
- 26Promote a culture of security awareness and accountability throughout Reddit’s EMEA presence
- 27Deliver regular security updates to regional and global senior management
Requirements
- 01Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, security management, or a related field
- 02Minimum of 5+ years of experience in corporate physical security, with significant experience in developing and implementing security programs within the European market
- 03Proven experience managing physical security operations across multiple sites, with direct experience in or strong knowledge of security practices in Amsterdam, Berlin, Dublin, and London
- 04Strong knowledge of security technologies and systems
- 05Experience in employee security and office security
- 06Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
- 07Ability to work independently and as part of a distributed team
- 08Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- 09Ability to travel frequently within the EMEA region as required
- 10Certifications such as CPP, PSP, or similar are highly desirable
What we offer
- 01Role is based out of our Amsterdam office
- 02Oversee and manage the physical security operations for Reddit's office locations across the EMEA region