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Senior Manager, Global Physical Security Program Leader

Activision
Activision Salary
Santa Monica, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/26/2026
Job Title

Senior Manager, Global Physical Security Program Leader

Requisition ID

R026725

Job Description

Job Title: Sr. Manager, Global Physical Security Program Leader

Reporting To: Senior Director, Head of Global Physical Security & Safety

Department: Global Physical Security & Safety

Location: Santa Monica, CA or Irvine, CA

Your Mission

Activision Blizzard is seeking to fill the position of Sr. Manager, Global Physical Security Program Leader. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that our people and property are protected across the Activision Blizzard portfolio (Activision Blizzard Corporate, Activision Publishing, Blizzard Entertainment, and King). The role will directly oversee physical security management staff and be responsible for physical security program development and execution. As a subject matter expert in physical security, this role will provide guidance for all company locations, events, meetings and physical security projects.

Responsibilities

  • Management and development of the global physical security program
  • Direct oversight of physical security management staff
  • Management of the following programs, policies, and procedures:
    • Guard force deployment and management
    • Physical security technology (access control, video surveillance, etc.)
    • Incident response and investigation
    • Facility security
    • Event security
    • Executive protection
  • Liaison with law enforcement and other emergency responders as needed
Player Profile

  • Must have 10 years’ experience in physical security, law enforcement, military, or any combination thereof, with at least 5 years of experience managing team strategy, physical security & safety professionals (non-security guard talent), and operational performance
  • Successful candidates will possess global corporate security experience
  • BA or BS highly desired. Degrees in fields such as criminal justice, homeland security, emergency management, business administration, or organizational leadership preferred
  • Must have demonstrated experience in physical security technology, event security, guard force management, executive protection, investigations, incident management and threat/vulnerability/risk assessments
  • Membership in professional networking groups such as ASIS, InfraGard, or other physical security groups is a plus
  • Must be able to develop and implement physical security best practices, standards, policies, and procedures
  • Must have effective management, communication, technical writing, presentation development, and organizational skills
  • Proficient in a variety of conventional system and application software, including task/project management, visitor management, and case management
  • Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with unusual and stressful circumstances
  • Strong customer service and service delivery
  • Position requires demonstrated integrity, honesty, poise, tact, and diplomacy
  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal and leadership skills with ability to plan, coordinate and manage staff and operations
  • Proven experience supporting senior executives with the ability to influence and demonstrate executive presence
  • Ability to build relationships, trusted advocate by leaders, employees, and the business
  • Ability to think strategically and act tactically to support successful and timely implementation of projects and programs
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Our World

Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, Candy Crush™ and Bubble Witch™. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!

Our ability to build immersive and innovative worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered!

The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.

Rewards

Requirements

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
  • 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
  • Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
  • Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
  • If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $105,120.00 - $194,400.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role’s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.

Salary : $105,120 - $194,400

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