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