Gartner's Protective Services team delivers world-class security support for events and offices around the globe. As a key member of the team, you will help protect Gartner's people, brand, and operations by leading security and safety programs for high-profile events, managing risk in dynamic environments, and partnering closely with internal and external stakeholders. This role is ideal for a security professional who thrives in a fast-paced, global setting and is energized by solving complex challenges while delivering exceptional service. This opportunity allows you to leverage your security expertise, risk management acumen, and operational leadership skills to support some of Gartner's most impactful global experiences while enabling safe, seamless event execution.
What you will do:Assess, identify, and implement appropriate security and safety standards, guidelines, plans, and measures for Gartner events based on type, location, and risk profilePartner with Gartner Conferences and events teams to determine and implement appropriate security measuresManage event security vendor(s) ensuring that security planning and on-site security is executed to Gartner standardsManage relationships with venue security & safety teams, venue management, and local law enforcement in Gartner event locationsEnsure that Gartner events, venues, and vendor services meet all legal requirements for security and health & safetyManage event security vendors to ensure optimal performance and excellent customer serviceImplement event security crisis management plans and processes.
Respond to emergencies as they arise, ensuring proper communication is sent out to those involved and/or affected, while maintaining proper client/security relationships through the contact and support.
Execute against executive and VIP security standards and measures.




Partner with GSS partners to ensure that event-specific intelligence gathering and notification processes are in place.
Liaise with external industry resources (e.g. law enforcement, government, emergency responders, industry peers & associations, etc.) on event security best practices.
Support other executive protection, regional, and site-specific security incidents and issues as necessary.
What you will need:Minimum of 7-10 years of event security operations experience desired, preferably with private-sector organizations for events up to 10,000 peopleFluency in English is required, robust Japanese listening and speaking skills are preferredExcellent collaboration skills and ability to build effective relationships with teams, stakeholders, vendors and clients with a true “team player” mindsetOperational experience managing security vendors, guard services, and hotel/venue security teamsExpertise in threat management, threat assessment, protective intelligence and personal protective processesStrong understanding of industry specific legislations and compliance requirementsAbility to articulate how skills learned in previous roles can be applied to complex client issues in the commercial security sectorSound operational judgment, as well as flexibility to shifting priorities and challengesAbility to identify and define objectives, manage resources,



and operate within a budget planHighly effective verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated presentation and communications skills and ability to speak to senior audiences with subject matter masteryProficient with all basic Microsoft computer software programs and communications techniquesIndustry certifications are preferred, but not requiredAdditional

Requirements:
Must have the ability to travel globally up to 40% and have a current passportAbility to work across diverse markets throughout APAC, especially in Australia, Japan, and IndiaMay be required to work evening or weekend hours in support of event and to support response to security incidentsMust be able to conduct routine security functions including walking, climbing stairs, and standing at stationary posts#LI-JL1#LI-HybridWho are we?At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world.
Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities.
Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to 20,000 associates globally who support over 13,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That’s why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here.
What makes Gartner a great place to work?Our vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities – opportunities that may not even exist right now – for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. How far you go is driven by your passion and performanc

📌 Manager, Global Events Security (Sydney)
🏢 Gartner
📍 Sydney