senior manager, Executive Protection & Travel Safety

Now Brewing – senior manager, Executive Protection & Travel Safety #tobeapartner From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others. This partner will play a critical leadership position within Global Security & Resilience, responsible for designing, operationalizing, and scaling a comprehensive program across executive protection, travel security, and event security. In this role you will provide end-to-end security strategy, planning, and support for executive leadership travel, employee events, and off-site engagements, while building the systems, partnerships, and operating models needed to scale globally. The ideal candidate will be able to combine operational excellence with sound judgment and discretion and serve as a trusted partner to senior leadership and cross-functional teams. They will be able to anticipate risk, translate intelligence into action, and deliver security programs that enable business outcomes while maintaining a strong duty of care. As a senior manager, Executive Protection & Travel Safety you will... * Oversee planning and execution of executive protection (EP) operations, including domestic and international travel, public appearances, and high-risk engagements. * Lead a blended team of internal and contracted executive protection personnel, ensuring consistent standards, operational readiness, and high-quality execution across all activities. * Conduct advance work, threat assessments, and risk mitigation planning. * Establish and maintain EP standards, protocols, and operating procedures aligned with industry best practices. * Build trusted relationships with executive stakeholders, balancing security posture with a discreet, service-oriented approach. * Support incident response, escalation management, and real-time decision-making during dynamic situations. Travel Security & Operations * Own and evolve the global travel security program, including policies, risk frameworks, and operating models supporting executive and employee travel. * Deliver travel risk assessments, high-risk travel advisories, and clear, actionable traveler guidance. * Oversee traveler tracking, communication, and accountability systems in partnership with GSOC and key vendors. * Develop and deliver travel security training and awareness programs. * Partner with the intelligence team to translate geopolitical and operational risk into business-relevant travel guidance. Event Security & Safety * Deliver end-to-end event security planning, including risk assessments, site reviews, credentialing, emergency planning, and vendor coordination. * Partner cross-functionally with event teams, legal, communications, and external agencies to ensure aligned execution. * Establish scalable frameworks, standards, and playbooks for consistent event security delivery across regions. * Support crisis management planning, tabletop exercises, and onsite response for high-visibility events. Program Leadership & Integration * Build and mature an integrated operating model across executive protection, travel, and event security. * Act as an ambassador for Global Security & Resilience, advising stakeholders, reviewing security requests, and delivering risk-based recommendations. * Drive program scalability through data, technology, and process optimization. * Lead cross-functional coordination with GSOC, Intelligence, HR, Legal, Travel, and external partners. * Track and report on program performance, risks, and emerging trends to leadership We’d love to hear from people with: * 8–12+ years of experience in executive protection, travel security, event security, or related fields. * Demonstrated experience supporting senior executives in dynamic, global environments. * Strong knowledge of EP operations, risk assessment methodologies, and crisis response protocols. * Experience building or scaling travel security and/or event security programs. * Ability to translate intelligence into practical, business-aligned recommendations. * Proven ability to operate effectively across cross-functional teams and external partners. * High level of discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment under pressure As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com. *If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. We believe we do our best work when we're together, which is why we're onsite four days a week. Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today! Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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