Manager - People Safety and Security
An overview of this role
The Manager, People Safety and Security will lead GitLab's global people safety and security programs as part of our People Strategy team, ensuring the protection and wellbeing of our all-remote workforce worldwide. This role is responsible for developing and managing comprehensive safety and security programs that align with GitLab's unique all-remote culture and global presence.
What You’ll Do
People Safety and Security Policy Management
Lead the development and implementation of GitLab's People Safety and Security Policy, ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EH&S) laws and regulations
Partner with the Corporate Events team to ensure proper safety and security protocols for company events like Summit and Presidents Club
Coordinate onsite security support for large gatherings as needed
Oversee the GitLab Emergency Action and Incident Response Plan in partnership with Security division
Manage Everbridge platform for employee notifications
Manage the Safety Checks program, coordinating with the People team to verify team member safety during emergencies
Develop and maintain emergency procedures for various scenarios (i.e. work-from-home emergencies, travel emergencies)
Partner with managers to provide guidance and resources during emergency situations
Travel Safety and Security Programs
Oversee the International SOS (ISOS) program implementation and usage
Partner with Benefits team on the administration of the Business Travel Accident Insurance Program and management of GitLab's Duty of Care program for business travelers
GitLab Cares / Workplace Safety Program Management
Oversee the Team Member Disaster Relief Program in partnership with E4E Relief
Monitor program metrics and effectiveness
Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure proper program administration
Oversee the remote workplace ergonomic assessment program
Manage the process for team member ergonomic evaluation requests
Implement recommendations for workplace safety improvements
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Security Management, or related field or equivalent experience in similar roles
7+ years of experience in managing global safety and security programs
Demonstrated experience with emergency response planning and crisis management
Experience with safety and security information management systems
Experience managing global emergency response programs
Strong understanding of international EH&S regulations and compliance requirements
Excellence in program development and implementation
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment
How GitLab will support you
All remote, asynchronous work environment
Home office support
Please note that we welcome interest from candidates with varying levels of experience; many successful candidates do not meet every single requirement. Additionally, studies have shown that people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every single qualification. If you're excited about this role, please apply and allow our recruiters to assess your application.
The base salary range for this role’s listed level is currently for residents of listed locations only. Grade level and salary ranges are determined through interviews and a review of education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities of the applicant, equity with other team members, and alignment with market data. See more information on our benefits and equity. Sales roles are also eligible for incentive pay targeted at up to 100% of the offered base salary.
California/Colorado/Hawaii/New Jersey/New York/Washington/DC/Illinois/Minnesota pay range
$89,600—$192,000 USD
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Manager - People Safety and Security
An overview of this role
The Manager, People Safety and Security will lead GitLab's global people safety and security programs as part of our People Strategy team, ensuring the protection and wellbeing of our all-remote workforce worldwide. This role is responsible for developing and managing comprehensive safety and security programs that align with GitLab's unique all-remote culture and global presence.
What You’ll Do
People Safety and Security Policy Management
Lead the development and implementation of GitLab's People Safety and Security Policy, ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EH&S) laws and regulations
Partner with the Corporate Events team to ensure proper safety and security protocols for company events like Summit and Presidents Club
Coordinate onsite security support for large gatherings as needed
Oversee the GitLab Emergency Action and Incident Response Plan in partnership with Security division
Manage Everbridge platform for employee notifications
Manage the Safety Checks program, coordinating with the People team to verify team member safety during emergencies
Develop and maintain emergency procedures for various scenarios (i.e. work-from-home emergencies, travel emergencies)
Partner with managers to provide guidance and resources during emergency situations
Travel Safety and Security Programs
Oversee the International SOS (ISOS) program implementation and usage
Partner with Benefits team on the administration of the Business Travel Accident Insurance Program and management of GitLab's Duty of Care program for business travelers
GitLab Cares / Workplace Safety Program Management
Oversee the Team Member Disaster Relief Program in partnership with E4E Relief
Monitor program metrics and effectiveness
Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure proper program administration
Oversee the remote workplace ergonomic assessment program
Manage the process for team member ergonomic evaluation requests
Implement recommendations for workplace safety improvements
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Security Management, or related field or equivalent experience in similar roles
7+ years of experience in managing global safety and security programs
Demonstrated experience with emergency response planning and crisis management
Experience with safety and security information management systems
Experience managing global emergency response programs
Strong understanding of international EH&S regulations and compliance requirements
Excellence in program development and implementation
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment
How GitLab will support you
All remote, asynchronous work environment
Home office support
Please note that we welcome interest from candidates with varying levels of experience; many successful candidates do not meet every single requirement. Additionally, studies have shown that people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every single qualification. If you're excited about this role, please apply and allow our recruiters to assess your application.
The base salary range for this role’s listed level is currently for residents of listed locations only. Grade level and salary ranges are determined through interviews and a review of education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities of the applicant, equity with other team members, and alignment with market data. See more information on our benefits and equity. Sales roles are also eligible for incentive pay targeted at up to 100% of the offered base salary.
California/Colorado/Hawaii/New Jersey/New York/Washington/DC/Illinois/Minnesota pay range
$89,600—$192,000 USD