Physical Security Manager

A World-Changing Company Palantir builds the world's leading software for data-driven decisions and operations. By bringing the right data to the people who need it, our platforms empower our partners to develop lifesaving drugs, forecast supply chain disruptions, locate missing children, and more. The Role This is an exciting role responsible for the development, management, and execution of physical security outcomes for the East Coast, supporting our thriving US business delivering protection at facilities and events. You will be responsible for leading physical security and compliance within a diverse set of physical security and safety requirements. You will protect our people, facilities, and assets. This role is highly autonomous. You will have the opportunity to develop, maintain, and report on a first-class physical security capability while responsible for protecting some of our most critical data. Your operational security expertise should be second only to your integrity and real passion for physical security, people, and mission impact. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter, highly collaborative, and highly motivated. You can operate independently and enjoy solving problems and tackling new challenges. You must have a strong security attitude, care deeply about Physical Security and Safety, and be motivated to protect our people and facilities against all threats. Core Responsibilities Act as the primary point of contact for physical security between the employees, internal security teams, and internal Palantir operational teams. Design, plan, and implement a broad range of controls to safeguard people and customer data in highly sensitive environments. Directly lead, manage and mentor physical security personnel, maintaining clear performance standards while developing future security leaders. Develop and maintain a physical security program that effectively meets compliance and security requirements as stated in our customer contract. Perform technical implementation of various controls, processes, and procedures. Interface directly with internal operations, security teams, and security vendors to support business and security objectives, e.g. a safe and secure working environment, with consistent, high-quality customer service to employees, customers, and visitors. Independently own projects with balancing competing priorities. Manage incident response to physical events, ensuring employee and asset safety while minimizing operational impact. Advise our operations teams and employees on physical security, policy, processes, and trends. Provide physical security domain expertise on protective controls, to include contract personnel, fire and safety, CCTV/access control. What We Value Ability to effectively communicate complex physical security concepts to diverse audiences, both verbally and in writing. Experience working in high-security and/or technology industry environments with significant security, compliance, and governance requirements. Exposure to various physical security fields, with deep familiarity and conceptual understanding in one or more areas of specialization (e.g., Incident Response/Investigation, Guard Force/Vendor Management, CCTV/Access Control, Workplace Safety, Event Security/Executive Protection). Comprehensive knowledge of modern adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures, and the motivation to creatively thwart them. Eligibility and willingness to obtain a US Security Clearance. What We Require 5+ years of experience in a physical security role leading physical security programs. A degree in a relevant field (Risk Management, Physical Security, Emergency Management) or an equivalent accredited certification (PSP preferred). Ability to travel up to 25% of the time. Salary The estimated salary range for this position is $70,000 - $170,000/year. Total compensation may also include Restricted Stock units, sign‑on bonus and other potential future incentives. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as voluntary life insurance (and eligibility for key benefits). Basic life, AD&D and disability insurance coverage. Commuter benefits. Relocation assistance. Take what you need paid time off, not accrual based. Two weeks paid time off built into the end of each year, subject to team and business needs. 10 paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Supportive leave of absence program including time off for military service and medical events. Paid leave for new parents and subsidized backup care for all parents. Fertility and family building benefits including but not limited to adoption, surrogacy, and preservation. Stipend to help with expenses that come with a new child. 401(k) plan enrollment. Workplace Environment We believe employees are "better together" and in‑person work affords the opportunity for more creative outcomes. Therefore, we encourage employees to work from our offices. Many teams offer hybrid options (WFH a day or two a week). Some roles allow for remote work on an exceptional basis, subject to state employment. If the posting is specified as Onsite, employees are required to work from an office. Equal Opportunity Employer Palantir is an Equal Opportunity Employer for all, including Veterans and those with disabilities. We are committed to making the application and hiring process accessible to everyone and will provide reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities. Please let us know if you need assistance with the application or hiring process. 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