Event Security Specialist

NBA

Event Security Specialist at NBA developing and leading security logistics for global events. Responsible for event safety including investigations and coordination with various partners.

Posted 4/16/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $190,000 - $210,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

C++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, lead, and implement security plans and logistics for global events.
Build and execute security plans for various global events.
Identify event vulnerabilities and develop analytical feedback and actionable strategies.
Create effective staffing and risk mitigation strategies.
Manage budgets to provide scalable resources across multiple events.
Build a network of vendors complying with national and international regulations.
Conduct periodic reviews and cost-benefit analyses.
Implement department standard methodologies and incorporate innovative protocols.
Oversee assessments and review security planning documents for events globally.
Conduct investigations involving game incidents, players, staff, and others.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
An advanced degree is desirable.
Minimum of 10 years of previous relevant experience in global event security planning.
Minimum of 10 years of law enforcement experience.
Formal education/training in security-related matters is a plus (i.e., ASIS, CPP).
Prior experience with security and special event planning.
Threat assessment/risk analysis.
Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
Ability to identify, establish, and maintain positive working relationships.
Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail.
Experience in mentorship and developing internal and external teams.
Confirmed knowledge and proficiency with various computer applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
Flexibility to travel as needed.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
life/AD&D insurance
short- and long-term disability
fertility and family-forming assistance
wellbeing allowance
educational assistance
mental health coaching/therapy
tax advantaged accounts such as HSA and healthcare/dependent care FSAs
a 401(k) retirement plan
vacation
sick time
personal days

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Hard Skills & Tools

security planningrisk mitigationthreat assessmentrisk analysisevent vulnerability identificationbudget managementvendor complianceinvestigationsanalytical feedbackstaffing strategies

Soft Skills

oral communicationwritten communicationrelationship buildingmulti-taskingattention to detailmentorshipteam developmentleadershiporganizational skillsflexibility

Certifications

bachelor's degreeadvanced degreeASISCPP