Security Access & Control Manager (HOU) - FIFA World Cup 26™

Who We Are:

TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.

Securing the largest sporting event in history requires a blend of high-tech logistics and front-line leadership. For the FIFA World Cup 2026®, the On-Location Security & Access Control Manager is a pivotal role, serving as the bridge between technical ticketing systems, access to the On Location managed venues and physical stadium security.

Role Overview

The Security & Access Control Manager ensures that every person entering hospitality spaces overseen by On Location, from VIPs to fans and contractors, is authorized to be there. You will oversee and manage a diverse workforce of security staff, and maintain the integrity of the venues to ensure a safe, secure, and seamless flow of people.

Key Responsibilities

1. Operational Leadership & Training

• Team Oversight: Lead and brief a team of Access Control & Screening staff on matchday protocols.
• Ensure the proper placement of security staff at the identified locations and positions are staffed according to the On Location’s requirements.

2. Access Control

• Venue Management: Enforce strict access rules for restricted areas, including bit not limited to: Pitch-side Lounges, VIP Lounges, Pavilions, Villages, vehicle and vendor access.
• Problem Solving: Act as the primary escalation point for accreditation discrepancies and failed ticket scans.

3. Safety & Security Integration

• Crowd Flow: Monitor ingress and egress points to prevent overcrowding and ensure that emergency exits remain clear and accessible.
• Inter-Agency Liaison: Coordinate with local law enforcement, Venue IT, and FIFA Accreditation teams to align security screening with technical data flows.
• Reporting: Provide real-time data to the Venue Operations Center (VOC) regarding attendance numbers and security incidents.
• Emergency Management: Ensure all emergency action procedures for all identified risks are documented, briefed, and trained by all staff at each venue.

Required Qualifications

Experience: Minimum 5+ years in security management, with a specific focus on stadium operations or large-scale international events.

Technical Literacy: Proficient in, or ability to quickly learn, Electronic Access Control (EAC) software and mobile ticketing systems.

Soft Skills: Calm under extreme pressure; ability to make decisions in high-stress, live environments, all while ensuring the highest level of guest experience.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Sports Management, or a related field (or equivalent employment and field experience).

Languages: Fluency in English is mandatory. Fluency in Spanish is required for the Mexico-based venues.

Physical & Scheduling Requirements

• Must be able to work long, irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to remain on your feet for 10+ hours and navigate large stadium footprints quickly.
• Must pass a comprehensive FIFA-vetted background check and obtain necessary local licensing (e.g., state-specific security guard registration).

*Note to Candidates: This is a fixed-term contract role. Preference is given to residents of the host city who have a deep understanding of local stadium infrastructure.

Requirements added by the job poster

• Commute to this job’s location

• Working in an onsite setting

• Authorized to work in the United States

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