Physical Security Program Manager

The Sui Foundation exists to support the development, growth and adoption of the Sui network. Sui is the first permissionless Layer 1 blockchain designed from the ground up to enable creators and developers to build unique Web3 experiences from gaming to finance.

The Sui Foundation is committed to three decentralization principles; Embrace transparency and level the playing field, Communicate openly to build a culture of trust, and Engage directly with the community.

Mission:

Onboard the next billion users to web3 by supporting the advancement and global adoption of the Sui blockchain.

Vision:
To create a better world that unlocks opportunities through universal access and individual ownership.

Location: Europe - Remote

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Physical Security Program Manager to lead our Executive Risk Management, Event Security, and Business Intelligence programs. This critical role requires an executive-facing professional who excels in risk management, intelligence analysis, and security operations. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, an excellent communicator, and a decisive leader who can manage teams, vendors, and high-stakes security initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Risk Management

• Further, develop, improve and oversee security strategies to protect executives from physical and reputational risks.

• Conduct risk assessments, threat evaluations, and mitigation strategies for executives and key personnel.

• Partner with internal stakeholders and external agencies to ensure executive safety during travel, events, and daily operations.

Event Security

• Design and implement security protocols for corporate events, high-profile meetings, and executive engagements.

• Collaborate with security and intelligence vendors, as well as internal and external events teams, to ensure seamless security operations.

• Conduct post-event evaluations to continuously improve security measures.

Business Intelligence

• Monitor, analyze, and filter intelligence related to physical threats, geopolitical risks, and emerging security concerns.

• Develop proactive intelligence strategies to mitigate potential threats before they materialize.

• Provide actionable insights to executives and key decision-makers based on security trends and intelligence reports.

• Manage Due diligence and 3rd party risk requirements on behalf of the business. 

Program & Vendor Management

• Oversee security vendors, ensuring alignment with company policies, budgets, and performance expectations.

• Ability to lead and manage security teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Build, refine, and scale security programs to adapt to evolving risks and business needs.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in military, law enforcement, or corporate security.

• Proven expertise in risk management, threat/geopolitical intelligence, and physical security operations.

• Exceptional communication skills (verbal and written) with experience engaging executive leadership face-to-face.

• Strong knowledge of security technologies, best practices, and regulatory requirements.

• Strong decision-making ability under pressure with a solutions-oriented mindset.

• Experience managing vendors, contractors, and cross-functional security teams.

• Ability to build and improve security programs while fostering strong partnerships.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project management experience and ability to lead security initiatives.

• Experience working in elevated-risk environments or corporate security at a global scale.

• Familiarity with intelligence tools and security technology

What We Offer

• A dynamic, fast-paced environment where security is essential.

• Opportunities to innovate and shape the company’s physical security programs and the Web3/Blockchain industry as a security leader.

• Competitive compensation, benefits, and career development opportunities.

If you are a proactive security leader with the expertise to protect executives, manage intelligence, and enhance security programs, we encourage you to apply!

Our team is 100% remote and we are hiring across the world. Here at the Sui Foundation, you’ll be joining a world-class team with tremendous growth potential as we bring the next billion users to web3.