Establish, implement, and provide coordinated leadership and direction in all aspects of security, security policies, procedures, and programs to protect the staff, reputation, training, and assets for all remote productions
Ensure implementation and operation of security and emergency response plans & procedures for remote production sites for the protection of employees, visitors, property, facilities, and other assets
Develop and ensure implementation and operations of security and emergency response plans and procedures for remote production sites
Ensure effective coordination with law enforcement, fire, medical, and other emergency resources at all locations and events
Conduct briefings; provide advice and recommendations to Senior Staff, Regional Directors, Country Directors and Field Security Coordinators
Lead onsite security for emergencies and crisis; make local decisions and manage communication with offsite leadership
Provide leadership and mentoring for uniformed contract security officers
Approve security and emergency response plans for all events
Analyze security risks, issues, and requirements
Create and foster partner relationships with law enforcement, fire, and other emergency response entities in all communities where ESPN has events and productions
Manage Event Security vendors and venue security services
Ensure that appropriate security equipment & systems are in place and fully operational
Operate within the context of defined corporate strategies; decisions guided by established corporate policy
Serve as ESPN Security’s Intelligence Officer
Requirements
Has a minimum of 5 years' experience with ESPN remote security
In depth knowledge of remote/temporary facility and event security issues, requirements, and best practices
Working knowledge of police, fire, medical, and other emergency service provider procedures in responding to emergency incidents
Minimum of 5- years industry experience with people management
Experienced manager with good management skills
Frequent travel
Worked in facility settings and in outdoor events
Preferred: working knowledge of ESPN’s security equipment, systems, procedures, and standards
Preferred: Law enforcement experience in event planning
Preferred: Strong liaison relationship with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies
Required Education : High school degree or equivalent