We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Global Security Manager (SGSM) to lead & strengthen our enterprise-wide physical security program. Based at our New York City headquarters & reporting directly to the General Counsel, the SGSM will serve as a trusted advisor & strategic partner across the organization, balancing proactive risk management with our collaborative, innovative, & people-first culture.

This role is mission-critical: you will ensure the safety of our people, assets, & facilities while enabling business continuity, executive mobility, & employee wellbeing. You will serve as the primary point of contact for all security matters related to our CEO, including executive protection, secure travel coordination, & day-to-day operational support.

In a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, youll lead with calm, clarity, & credibility, using your expertise, strategic thinking, & sound judgment to guide decision-making & reinforce trust. Youll also play a key role in communicating the companys protective services strategy & fostering a security-conscious mindset that enhances, rather than inhibits, our vibrant workplace culture.

You'll Get To...

• Strategic Leadership & Global Oversight

  • Develop & implement a forward-looking, enterprise-wide physical security strategy that supports company growth & reflects operational goals & cultural values.
  • Oversee physical security operations across U.S. & international offices, ensuring alignment with protocols, legal standards, & organizational risk tolerance.
  • Lead & communicate the protective services mission clearly to executive stakeholders, integrating safety seamlessly into our collaborative & hospitality-driven environment.
  • Maintain & evolve the companys Business Continuity Plan in coordination with Legal, Facilities, & Corporate IT.

• Executive & Travel Protection

  • Serve as the primary lead for executive protection, with a particular focus on the CEO, managing all aspects of secure travel, discreet protection, & proactive threat monitoring.
  • Manage the Executive Protection Program, including intelligence briefings, real-time risk assessments, travel logistics, & on-the-ground security support.
  • Lead the Travel Risk Management Program, ensuring global employee safety through situational awareness, tracking, emergency protocols, & pre-trip briefings.
  • Own the Mass Communications System for real-time crisis alerts & emergency notifications.

• Operational Security & Crisis Response

  • Oversee the daily management & strategic development of all technical security systems, including access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, & alarm systems.
  • Conduct operational risk & threat assessments for physical locations, offsite events, & executive travel destinations.
  • Lead internal investigations & act as liaison to law enforcement & external agencies.
  • Manage contracts & performance of third-party security vendors, including executive protection & emergency response partners.
  • Design, execute, & continuously improve emergency preparedness programs including fire/life safety, evacuation drills, & incident response procedures.

• Event & Workplace Security

  • Conduct security planning & oversight for internal & external events, especially those involving senior leadership or heightened risk.
  • Partner with Facilities, Workplace Experience, & Corporate IT to build an environment that is both safe & welcoming.

• Stakeholder Engagement & Cross-Functional Partnership

  • Deliver training & awareness sessions to staff & senior leadership on physical security best practices & emergency protocols.
  • Act as a key partner to cross-functional teams including Legal, Corporate IT, HR, Finance, Data Security, & Facilities, ensuring cohesive security integration throughout business operations.
  • Maintain strong relationships with landlord security, building wardens, & local emergency services across all office locations.

Who We're Looking For...

• 10+ years of experience in law enforcement, military, or a relevant government security agency.
• 5+ years of corporate physical security leadership, including direct support to C-suite executives.
• Demonstrated expertise in:
  
  • Executive protection & secure travel coordination
  • Crisis management & emergency response
  • Technical systems (CCTV, access control, alarms)
  • Vendor oversight & contract negotiation
  • Risk assessments & internal investigations
  • Cross-functional collaboration & policy development
• Strong communication, presentation, & executive presence
• Composed, clear-headed, & decisive under pressure
• Availability for on-call response, including evenings, weekends, & special events
• Willingness to travel domestically & internationally
• A strategic & trusted professional who leads with integrity, discretion, & operational excellence. You bring deep experience, sound judgment, & calm leadership to complex challengesadvising executives, mitigating threats, & fostering a safe, inclusive, & resilient workplace. You protect not just people & propertybut also the companys mission & culture.

Benefits & Perks

• A choice between medical plans with an option for 100% covered premiums including medical, dental, & vision
• Supplemental Life & Disability Insurance plans
• Fertility & adoption benefits
• Headspace mindfulness app subscription
• Global Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement benefits with employer match
• Flexible paid time off
• 20 weeks for parental leave & up to 12 weeks to care for an ill family member
• Pretax commuter benefit
• Education reimbursement
• Employee donation match to community organizations
• 8 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Dog-friendly workplace
• Free lunch & snacks
• Private rooftop
• Hack week twice per year

Cash Compensation Range: $153,500 - $247,250 USD

The base salary for this position will vary based on job-related criteria including relevant skills, experience, & location, among other factors.

In addition to the cash compensation above (which includes base salary and, where applicable for eligible roles, may include on-target commissions or overtime pay), Squarespace employees are eligible to be granted an option to purchase our common stock. 

About Squarespace

Squarespace is a design-driven platform helping entrepreneurs build brands & businesses online. We empower millions of customers in more than 200 countries & territories with all the tools they need to create an online presence, build an audience, monetize, & scale their business. Our suite of products range from websites, domains, ecommerce, & marketing tools, as well as tools for scheduling with Acuity & creating & managing social media presence with Bio Sites & Unfold. Our team of more than 1,500 is headquartered in bustling New York City, with offices in Dublin, Ireland, Aveiro, Portugal, & coworking spaces in the UK, Netherlands, & Australia. For more information about our company culture, visit https://www.squarespace.com/about/careers.

Our Commitment 

Today, more than a million people around the globe use Squarespace to share different perspectives & experiences with the world. Not only do we embrace & celebrate the diversity of our customer base, but we also strive for the same in our employees. At Squarespace, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.