Senior Director, Security

Danny Wimmer Presents

Los Angeles, CA

Full-Time

The Senior Director of Security is the senior authority in security matters for Danny Wimmer Presents and is responsible for developing and executing a security strategy for all of our domestic events that is aligned with the company’s objectives. This position leads the advance planning and onsite management of security operations, ensuring the event is thoroughly prepared to deal with ordinary crimes and incidents (fights, drunkenness, etc.) along with the worst-case scenarios (extraordinary crimes, violence by protestors, and possible terrorist attacks, etc.). The Senior Director of Security must be adept and confident in developing the overall approach to and governance of projects, budgeting and forecasting, collaborating with cross-functional teams, decision-making, and scaling to support business growth. They must also be skilled in establishing temporary organizational arrangements for individual events alongside long-term corporate staffing models, management and organizational structures, and methods of communication. Ideal candidates foster a culture of teamwork, strive for operational excellence, and possess a mindset of “life safety first.”Candidates based in Los Angeles, CA are preferred, however candidates based in Louisville, KY will be considered.

Areas of responsibility:

Threat and Risk Assessments

Identify and articulate relevant security risks to leadership based on key factors, including: size of event; threats such as common crimes (e.g. robbery and assault), fires, vandalism, natural disasters, protests, terrorism, and gangs; historical, political, or symbolic significance
Duration
Location
Cultural, political, and religious backgrounds of attendees
Media coverage
Dignitaries in attendance

Security Workforce and Resource Planning

Full-time corporate employees
Project-based independent contractors and consultants
Private security guard (aka “event staff”) service providers
Law enforcement
Tactical units and sharpshooters (e.g. SWAT)
EOD canines and handlers
Mounted patrol
Bicycle units
Crisis management units

Communications and Technology

Incident Command Center integration
Radio interoperability

Access Control: Screening and Physical Security

Perimeter intrusion deterrents (e.g. physical barriers and security lighting)
Magnetometers, pat-down searches, and visual inspections
Credentialing
Anti-counterfeiting
Numerical and/or color codes to indicate access, personnel functions, and permission to carry items
CCTV surveillance and observation platforms
Screening of vulnerabilities - vendors and deliveries, trucks and limos, and mail/delivery services
Inspections of facilities and packages

Transportation / Traffic

Vehicle access
Motorcades
Road closures and railroad security
Helicopter access and airspace control

Intelligence

Ensure relevant federal officials, such as FBI and DHS, are informed in advance to guarantee awareness and possible support in gathering intelligence

Administrative and Logistics Support

Procurement of equipment
Security operations logistics including personnel transport and parking

Protection of Critical Infrastructure and Utilities

Plans for infrastructure and utilities that could threaten event security, such as local water supply, electrical supply, communications grid, computer systems, etc.

Demonstrations and Crowd Control Issues

Legal access; restricting access
Alcohol control
Curfews
Gang-related problems
Lost children

Strategic Sourcing and Partnerships / Stakeholder Management

Strengthen external partnerships with local and state law enforcement, federal agencies, third-party vendors, and community organizations

Training

Tabletop exercises in partnership with fire/EMS, health department/hospitals, and other government officials
Special classes and training courses

Standard Operating Procedures

Develop and implement a baseline approach / standard operating procedure for current and future events

Business Impact Analysis

Competencies and Qualifications:

10+ years experience in security operations with increasing scope, responsibility, and complexity at a live event company
Demonstrated leadership experience in building, managing, mentoring, and growing security teams
Proven experience driving results with a mindset of continuous improvement
Skilled in identifying and presenting risks and recommendations to senior management
Adept at collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders
Employs a highly-collaborative and team-oriented approach
Experience in managing budgets, contracts, and performance metrics
Ability to travel and/or be onsite up to 30% of the time
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities
Master at planning, prioritizing, organizing, and executing
Competency in Microsoft and Google suites
Event Safety Alliance training and certifications preferred
Bachelor’s degree preferred in security, business or related field

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