Senior Associate, Corporate Security

Join Gemini as a Senior Associate on our Real Estate and Corporate Security team, dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of our employees, physical locations, assets, and brand reputation at our 24/7 Operations & Support Center. You will oversee on-site security operations, supervise contract guard staff, and maintain a safe, compliant workplace while serving as a front-line security presence and representative of Gemini's culture. This role requires you to balance firm policy enforcement with professionalism and hospitality, exercising sound judgment in response to shifting priorities and challenges.

What you'll do

• Monitor entry points, verify and maintain employee credentials, and conduct thorough check-in and screening processes for all visitors to ensure employee and visitor safety at the Operations & Support Center.
• Maintain a consistent on-site presence five days per week during standard daytime hours, with flexibility to work after-hours or weekend shifts as needed to support the Center's 24/7 operations.
• Uphold physical security standards, including the Center's clean desk policy and electronic device restrictions, to safeguard sensitive customer and company data.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all physical security matters within the Center, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
• Conduct routine and ad-hoc security patrols to ensure compliance with physical and procedural safeguards, identifying and mitigating potential risks.
• Manage and monitor CCTV and Access Control systems, ensuring proper functionality, timely response to incidents, and accurate logging of all security events.
• Contribute to the development of Gemini's global security culture by collaborating with the Corporate Security team to refine strategies, policies, and best practices.
• Participate in regular training to enhance security-related skills and stay current on industry best practices.
• Manage the 24/7 security guard team assigned to the Arizona Operations & Support Center, coordinating directly with the third-party guard vendor to adjust staffing, update post orders, and ensure coverage and quality control.
• Train and mentor contracted guards to maintain consistent professional standards and response protocols.
• Oversee shift briefings, incident reporting, and escalation processes, providing incident and activity reports to the Associate Director, Corporate Security.
• Manage the credentialing process for all personnel working at the facility to ensure proper badge issuance, retrieval, and deactivation in compliance with company policy.
• Facilitate the screening of contractors and visitors, verify identification, validate authorization, and maintain accurate logs of all entries and exits.
• Coordinate closely with People Operations and the Arizona Office Services Associate for new hire onboarding validation and security orientation.
• Maintain and enforce compliance with OSHA and corporate Health & Safety requirements for the Operations & Support Center.
• Support emergency response, evacuation, and crisis management efforts as part of the Physical Security Operations team.
• Ensure readiness for fire, medical, and active threat scenarios through preparedness checks and periodic training.
• Collaborate daily with the Arizona Office Services Associate to support office operations such as mailroom duties, office event setup, and logistics coordination.
• Support internal Gemini training sessions or security briefings across Arizona, California, or Washington offices as needed.
• Travel up to 10% of the time as needed.

What you bring

• Experience in physical security, federal or local law enforcement, military police, or corrections.
• Demonstrated experience supervising guardforces or small security teams.
• Strong technical aptitude and experience with CCTV, access control, and alarm monitoring systems, visitor management systems, and security hardware integration.
• Proven capability to conduct investigations and situational assessments.
• Eligibility to obtain a current Arizona license to carry a weapon.
• Knowledge of OSHA, Health & Safety, and Emergency Management protocols.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a balance of firmness and diplomacy.
• Experience in policy enforcement, investigative work, or compliance monitoring in a corporate setting, with the ability to tactfully enforce policies while maintaining a professional and approachable demeanor.
• Strong writing skills for clear, accurate reporting and incident documentation.
• Adherence to strict privacy and confidentiality guidelines and policies.
• Ability to work independently, adapt to various work environments, and maintain a high level of situational awareness.
• Ability to learn and use new software platforms.
• Flexibility and responsiveness to changing conditions.
• Ability to remain calm in a crisis.

Nice to have

• Previous experience working within a corporate or financial services environment.
• HR218 certification as a former law enforcement officer.
• Certifications such as ASIS PSP (Physical Security Professional) or CPP (Certified Protection Professional).
• Understanding of data protection and privacy best practices related to physical environments.

What we offer

• Competitive starting pay
• A discretionary annual bonus
• Long-term incentive in the form of a new hire equity grant
• Comprehensive health plans
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible time off

About Gemini

Gemini is a global crypto and Web3 platform founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss in 2014, offering a wide range of crypto products and services to individuals and institutions in over 70 countries. As a publicly traded company, Gemini is dedicated to unlocking the next era of financial, creative, and personal freedom by providing trusted access to the decentralized future and bridging traditional finance with the emerging cryptoeconomy.