Head of Security – Military / Combat Experience Required

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Salary to be discussed once operations and scope are finalized
longisland,
full-time
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Job Description

World Craft Expo (WorldCraftExpo.com) is building a permanent, high-profile international facility in Huntington, NY, and needs one person to take full command of security operations from the ground up. This is a leadership role for someone who has operated under real-world conditions and understands responsibility, chain of command, and accountability.

We are seeking a Head of Security to take full ownership of safety, risk management, and security operations from day one.

REQUIREMENTS (NON-NEGOTIABLE):

- Military background required
- Verified combat or operational deployment experience strongly preferred
- Proven discipline, leadership, and sound judgment under pressure
- Must reside within reasonable driving distance of Huntington, NY
- Ability to work with civilian staff, families, diplomats, and government officials
- Clean record; licensing as required by NYS

If you do not have prior military service with operational or deployment experience, do not apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Design and implement a museum-grade security operation (not tactical theater)
- Oversee access control, screening protocols, CCTV, and emergency response
- Coordinate with local law enforcement and external agencies when required
- Hire, train, and manage security personnel
- Develop SOPs, incident protocols, and risk assessments
- Scale security operations as WCE expands and hosts high-level delegations

COMPENSATION:

- Salary to be discussed once operations and scope are finalized
- Long-term leadership role with growth potential as WCE expands

This role requires ownership, authority, and accountability. If you are looking to build something serious from the ground up, this is it.

To apply:

Reply with a brief background summary, relevant experience, and contact information.