
Head of Physical Security
Zero Hash
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: California • Illinois • United States
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About the role
- Support the CISO in developing and executing a company-wide physical security strategy that aligns with corporate goals, ensuring consistency across all locations.
- Advise executive leadership on physical security matters, emerging threats, and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with executives, site leaders, and cross-functional teams to improve compliance and enhance employee experience.
- Continuously evaluate and enhance security policies to address evolving risks, especially those specific to financial services.
- Oversee daily security operations across multiple US corporate offices, including guard services, access control, CCTV/alarm monitoring, and vendor management.
- Lead regional security and safety audits, vulnerability assessments, and follow-up remediation activities.
- Manage contracts, budgets, vendor performance, and security system operations.
- Conduct risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and potential threats and implement mitigation plans.
- Oversee audits, inspections, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to security protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Develop emergency response, crisis management, and business continuity plans for incidents affecting facilities and personnel.
- Serve as a primary responder for physical security incidents, ensuring timely escalation and reporting.
- Maintain readiness for emergency procedures, drills, and continuity of operations.
- Partner with law enforcement, emergency services, and local agencies to support investigations and coordinated responses.
- Create and deliver training programs in emergency response, incident management, and security awareness.
- Provide security support for corporate events, projects, and office buildouts. Oversee safety and security planning for high-profile events. Perform in-depth risk assessments for upcoming travel and events.
Requirements
- 10+ years of related experience in corporate security, law enforcement, or public safety, including at least 5 years in security management.
- Prior experience in financial services or technology industries preferred.
- Excellent judgment with the ability to assess threats, escalate appropriately, and influence leadership decisions.
- Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation).
- Proven track record in program management, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration.
- High attention to detail, organizational strength, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Customer service–oriented mindset with ability to balance security requirements and employee experience.
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced security certifications (CPP, PSP, CEM) a plus.
- Familiarity with surveillance, access control, and alarm systems.
- Availability for after-hours response to critical incidents.
- This position requires valid United States work authorization and is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
- Ability to travel and provide on-site event support as needed.
Benefits
- Healthcare Insurance: zerohash covers roughly 100% of employee premiums as well as a portion of spouse/children (U.S. only)
- Vision & Dental Insurance (U.S. only)
- Chance to earn equity
- Maternity & Paternity leave (after 6 months)
- WeWork All Access Membership
- WFH Yearly Stipend
- L&D Yearly Stipend (after 6 months)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
physical security strategysecurity policiesrisk assessmentsvulnerability assessmentsemergency response planningincident managementprogram managementbudgetingvendor managementsecurity operations
Soft Skills
excellent judgmentstrong communication skillsorganizational strengthcustomer service orientationability to manage multiple prioritiesinfluence leadership decisionscollaborationattention to detailtraining program developmentcrisis management
Certifications
Bachelor's degreeCPPPSPCEM