Manager, Physical Security & Safety

Tenstorrent is leading the industry on cutting-edge AI technology, revolutionizing performance expectations, ease of use, and cost efficiency. With AI redefining the computing paradigm, solutions must evolve to unify innovations in software models, compilers, platforms, networking, and semiconductors. Our diverse team of technologists have developed a high performance RISC-V CPU from scratch, and share a passion for AI and a deep desire to build the best AI platform possible. We value collaboration, curiosity, and a commitment to solving hard problems. We are growing our team and looking for contributors of all seniorities.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Manager of Physical Security and Safety to join our Global Workplace team. This global role is responsible for establishing and overseeing all aspects of physical security across company workplaces worldwide, requiring international travel. Key duties include managing security personnel, designing and maintaining global access control (e.g., Openpath) and camera surveillance systems with established standards for public and private areas, and developing comprehensive executive protection and employee travel safety programs including a helpline and travel advisories. The position also entails creating and implementing global Emergency Action Plans, standardizing safety equipment (Cintas, AED, fire extinguishers), coordinating event security, managing critical security communications, and establishing employee security training. Furthermore, this role is crucial for investigating potential threats, collaborating with workplace operations on visitor management (Envoy) and new market security. This position will also be responsible for managing the overall global security and safety budget, including evaluating and implementing new security technologies. This individual is responsible for safeguarding all company workplaces, assets, and employees worldwide.

This role is hybrid, based out of Santa Clara, CA.

We welcome candidates at various experience levels for this role. During the interview process, candidates will be assessed for the appropriate level, and offers will align with that level, which may differ from the one in this posting.

 

Responsibilities:

Security Infrastructure & Systems Management

• Design and oversee access control systems across all global offices, establishing standards for public versus private layering.
• Gather and analyze badge data utilizing the Openpath access control platform.
• Plan and supervise camera placement and monitoring in all global offices, defining clear standards
• Propose and manage the implementation of new software and security programs.

Programs & Policy Development

• Oversee and manage an executive protection program for high-level company executives.
• Direct and manage an employee travel safety program, including maintaining a helpline, monitoring global events, and issuing travel advisories.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Emergency Action Plans for all global offices, collaborating with local employees on execution.
• Establish and uphold standards for Cintas, AED, and fire extinguisher management and placement across all global offices.
• Familiarize with relevant local, national, and international security laws, regulations, and industry standards. 

Operational Management & Oversight

• Manage the physical security of our workplaces, including staffing security personnel as needed
• Orchestrate event security for both internal and external functions
• Conduct investigations and provide intelligence on potential threats
• Partner with the workplace operations team to establish and oversee the Envoy visitor management system
• Engage with the internal strategy team on security and safety considerations in new markets

Communication & Budget Management

• Manage communications regarding physical security, planned power outages, local market advisories, and company-wide security alerts
• Create a budget for all security and safety related operations and manage budget accordingly

 

Experience & Qualifications:

• Experience: 7+ years of physical security and safety management, ideally within a tech or fast-paced startup environment. Deep knowledge and hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and managing complex physical security systems (access control platforms like Openpath, CCTV/surveillance, alarm systems, intrusion detection).Strong understanding of physical security principles, risk assessments, threat analysis, and mitigation strategies.
• Education: B