Global Security Specialist; Event Security Associate

Dow Jones & Co. has been delivering reliable business information since 1882, operating worldwide across multiple flagship brands such as The Wall Street Journal, Factiva, and Market Watch. With a focus on accuracy, depth and technology, Dow Jones provides a range of data feeds, integrated solutions, and award‑winning journalism to help customers make informed decisions.

Event Security Associate

New York / New Jersey office (Hybrid), Part‑time, hourly rate $90.00–$112.00 per hour.

Dow Jones – People – Security, General Management, Non‑Union role.

The Global Risk, Security and Resilience team manages operational and reputational risks for Dow Jones. This role is an ad‑hoc security resource supporting corporate events and high‑visibility functions across the United States and, as needed, internationally.

Reports to the Manager, Event Security & Investigations.

• Conduct structured risk assessments for corporate events and high‑visibility functions to identify threat exposure, operational vulnerabilities, and mitigation requirements.
• Translate risk assessment findings into tailored, event‑specific security plans aligned with Global Risk, Security & Resilience standards.
• Partner with event leads and cross‑functional stakeholders to align protective measures with event profile, audience composition, venue characteristics, and executive participation.
• Perform advance site assessments and walkthroughs to validate assumptions, identify gaps, and refine security posture.
• Execute the full event security lifecycle, from planning and vendor coordination through post‑event documentation and after‑action reporting.
• Determine, procure, and oversee appropriate contract security resources in accordance with established standards.
• Lead on‑site briefings to align contract personnel on scope, expectations, escalation protocols, and emergency response procedures.
• Maintain direct contract security teams during events to ensure disciplined, professional coverage.
• Serve as on‑site incident manager, responding to and escalating security incidents or emergencies in real time.

• Flexibility to travel and support events outside standard business hours, as required.
• Relevant knowledge or skills pertaining to a law enforcement or security‑related area of focus.
• A current first‑aid certification including CPR/AED.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to brief stakeholders and articulate risk in clear, actionable terms.

• Experience conducting formal or structured risk assessments in a law enforcement, corporate security, protective services, or operational risk environment.
• Demonstrated ability to translate threat and vulnerability analysis into practical, defensible security operations.
• Experience supporting security operations for live events, executive functions, or other dynamic environments.

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• Education Benefits
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Family Care Benefits
• Commuter Transit Program
• Subscription Discounts
• Employee Referral Program

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets. Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at ta Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line.

_51758, Part time, hourly rate $90–$112.