About The Job

We’re seeking a Head of Physical Security who will report to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and support the operational oversight and execution of the firm’s physical security and risk management programs across the United States. This role ensures the security and resiliency of personnel, facilities, and assets while fostering employee safety and positive workplace experiences. The role will manage service providers, conduct risk assessments, develop programs, and support crisis and incident management.

The ideal candidate is an experienced leader in corporate security operations with strong interpersonal and decision-making skills, capable of influencing senior leadership while ensuring compliance with corporate policies and security best practices.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Leadership & Strategic Support

Support the CISO in developing and executing a company-wide physical security strategy that aligns with corporate goals, ensuring consistency across all locations.
Advise executive leadership on physical security matters, emerging threats, and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with executives, site leaders, and cross-functional teams to improve compliance and enhance employee experience.
Continuously evaluate and enhance security policies to address evolving risks, especially those specific to financial services.

Operational Oversight

Oversee daily security operations across multiple US corporate offices, including guard services, access control, CCTV/alarm monitoring, and vendor management.
Lead regional security and safety audits, vulnerability assessments, and follow-up remediation activities.
Manage contracts, budgets, vendor performance, and security system operations.

Risk Assessment and Mitigation:

Conduct risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and potential threats and implement mitigation plans.
Oversee audits, inspections, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to security protocols and regulatory requirements.
Develop emergency response, crisis management, and business continuity plans for incidents affecting facilities and personnel.
Manage, oversee, and perform digital threat monitoring, takedowns, and PII removal for the company and its executives.

Incident & Crisis Management

Serve as a primary responder for physical security incidents, ensuring timely escalation and reporting.
Maintain readiness for emergency procedures, drills, and continuity of operations.
Partner with law enforcement, emergency services, and local agencies to support investigations and coordinated responses.

Training & Engagement

Create and deliver training programs in emergency response, incident management, and security awareness.
Promote a culture of vigilance and shared responsibility.

Event & Special Project Security

Provide security support for corporate events, projects, and office buildouts.
Oversee safety and security planning for high-profile events.
Perform in-depth risk assessments for upcoming travel and events.

Requirements

10+ years of related experience in corporate security, law enforcement, or public safety, including at least 5 years in security management.
Prior experience in financial services or technology industries preferred. Excellent judgment with the ability to assess threats, escalate appropriately, and influence leadership decisions.
Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation).
Proven track record in program management, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration.
High attention to detail, organizational strength, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Customer service–oriented mindset with ability to balance security requirements and employee experience.
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced security certifications (CPP, PSP, CEM) a plus.
Familiarity with surveillance, access control, and alarm systems.
Availability for after-hours response to critical incidents.
This position requires valid United States work authorization and is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Ability to travel and provide on-site event support as needed.

Benefits

Healthcare Insurance: zerohash covers roughly 100% of employee premiums as well as a portion of spouse/children (U.S. only)
Vision & Dental Insurance (U.S. only)
Chance to earn equity
Maternity & Paternity leave (after 6 months)
WeWork All Access Membership
WFH Yearly Stipend
L&D Yearly Stipend (after 6 months)

About Zerohash

zerohash is the leading crypto and stablecoin infrastructure platform and the operating system for digital money, powering the next generation of financial services. Founded in 2017, zerohash enables banks, brokerages, fintechs, and payment companies to offer crypto trading, stablecoin payments, and tokenized assets without having to build or manage complex blockchain infrastructure on their own.

The zerohash platform supports three core pillars: Trade, Transact, and Tokenize. Through a single integration, customers can launch regulated crypto buy, sell, and custody services; enable 24/7 stablecoin-based funding, payouts, and settlement; and issue and manage tokenized assets with built-in compliance, risk controls, and reporting. By abstracting away technical, regulatory, and operational complexity, zerohash allows partners to treat digital assets as just another financial primitive: fast, programmable, and global.

zerohash is trusted by some of the world’s most recognized financial and consumer brands, including Interactive Brokers, Morgan Stanley, Stripe, Franklin Templeton, BlackRock, DraftKings, Gusto, Worldpay, Kalshi, One Pay, among others. Today, zero infrastructure supports millions of end users across brokerage, wealth, payments, and marketplace platforms globally.

The company is deeply regulated and compliance-first, operating across the U.S. and internationally with licenses and approvals that allow partners to enter crypto and stablecoins with confidence. zerohash has become a trusted partner for enterprises seeking to modernize financial products while meeting the highest standards for security, risk management, and regulatory oversight.

To date, zerohash has raised over $280 million in funding from a mix of leading venture firms and strategic investors, including Morgan Stanley, Interactive Brokers, SoFi, Point72 Ventures, Bain Capital Crypto, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and more.

zerohash has been featured in top-tier media outlets such as Bloomberg, CNBC, The Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, Reuters, Forbes, and CoinDesk, and its leadership team regularly contributes to global conversations on the future of payments, investing, and financial infrastructure.

At zerohash, we're building the infrastructure that makes digital money work securely, compliantly, and at global scale.

The zerohash Culture

All zerohash employees are guided by the following characteristics and core principles:

Independence/Ownership - An ability to work autonomously. Join zerohash, pitch ideas, and shape the work you do.
Passion - We are innovating quickly and challenging the status quo. We want you to think big, be creative and make a difference every day.
Collaborative - A good attitude and respect for others. We’re teammates, not co-workers. Everything we do is a shared success and equally a shared failure - we talk in terms of “we” not “me”.
Initiative - An ability and passion for learning and asking questions. We will champion you, challenge you and push you to achieve your best - and we expect you to do the same.
Empathy - An ability to listen, respect, and understand your co-workers, customers, and everyone you interact with no matter how different they are to you.
Adaptability - An ability to respond quickly. We are in a fast-paced industry and so we expect you to be creative when solving a new problem and comfortable under pressure.
Transparency - We believe that transparency is critical to empowering everyone to make the best decisions, both the company to its people and vice versa.
Integrity - Integrity creates trust. As both an organization collectively and as individuals, it is our most valuable asset.

Follow us

Twitter

LinkedIn

Youtube

For candidates based in Colorado, please contact colorado-wages @zerohash.com to request compensation and benefits information regarding a particular role(s). Please include with your email the city you reside (or intend to reside in Colorado) and the title/link to the roles you're interested in.

We’ve recently seen an increase in individuals impersonating zerohash recruiters to target job seekers. Please stay vigilant and keep the following in mind to ensure you are communicating with the real zerohash team:
Verified Emails Only: Official outreach will only come from a @zerohash.com email address.
No Messaging Apps: We will never contact you via unsolicited text messages, WhatsApp, or Telegram.
Official Applications: Only apply directly through our careers webpage (zerohash.com/careers) or zero-hash.breezy.hr.

See something suspicious?

If you want to verify an interview request or report a fake job posting or suspicious communication, please contact us immediately at talent @zerohash.com. This email is for fraud reports only. Candidate application inquiries will not be responded to.

zerohash

Latest Jobs

Head, Physical Security