Senior Security Manager

Senior Security Manager

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years of Physical Security experience OR advanced degree and 3+ years of experience

Responsibilities

• Provides day to day operational direction and leadership to all aspects of security operations in the region
• Develop and execute specific goals and objectives to support the initiatives of Global Physical Security
• Drive forward the regional security plan to address anticipated or current threats and vulnerabilities
• Develop training programs and conduct training exercises to ensure organizational preparedness for security related incidents and increase employee awareness
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with employees and key leaders
• Ensure awareness and support of Medtronic security practices and provide resources to help resolve issues
• Maintain close relationships with law enforcement, governmental agencies, professional organizations, community emergency responders, intelligence, and private sector counterparts
• Conduct, direct and oversee internal investigations as they pertain to threats against Medtronic, it’s property, employees, or interests, in cooperation and coordination with other relevant functions
• Reviews and evaluates all security related incidents and makes recommendations to preclude recurrence
• Monitor the region for threats/disruptions to business operations and implement effective mitigation strategies
• Provide guidance and interpretation about security standards, practices, and programs to support regional and global business and security initiatives
• Collaborate internally and externally to solve challenging issues and provide solutions related to regional risk mitigation and event/incident management
• Identify & mitigate threats in accordance with Medtronic’s workplace violence and threat management program
• Oversee and/or conducts investigations within the region
• Be an accountable role model who fosters an inclusive, diverse, and an equitable workplace that is demonstrated through actions
• Conduct periodic reviews and assessments to assure that organizational personnel are adhering to established policy and practices; recommends appropriate action to correct deficiencies
• Oversee physical security and guard force operations, where applicable
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to site leadership and outside agencies on all physical security matters

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Security Manager
• Willingness to flex your schedule to meet the needs and demands of the Region
• Working knowledge of industrial security programs supporting a wide variety of environments including office, manufacturing, and distribution centers
• Ability to solve problems by analyzing information to resolve complex security issues
• Knowledge of and experience with travel security and journey management
• Operational security knowledge and experience
• Knowledge of physical security technology
• Experienced investigator and report writer
• Ability to successfully navigate in a complex matrixed organization
• Strong communicator who displays exceptional presentation and persuasion skills (verbal and in writing) with complex issues
• Ability to think both strategically as well as operationally
• Ability to maintain professional demeanor under stressful situations
• Strong problem solving, decision making and conflict resolution skills
• Self-motivated and results orientated
• Willing to travel (domestic and international) to provide direct, hands-on support to regionally assigned facilities
• In-depth knowledge of the global political, economic, and security environment; ability to identify international events of importance through multiple methods beyond the top headlines
• Uses good judgment and proven ability to work with highly confidential information
• Meticulous attention to detail, grammar, and style
• Creative thinker, capable of spotting and forecasting emerging trends, threats, and tactics
• Ability to build successful internal and external relationships and networks across cultures and industries
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks, while maintaining strict deadlines
• Proven ability to operate effectively under adverse and stressful conditions with little supervision
• Demonstrated analytical expertise; ability to accurately draw conclusions through synthesizing raw data and information from multiple unrelated sources into a finished comprehensive product
• Strong interpersonal and listening skills; a great degree of emotional intelligence and maturity
• Deep Crisis Management/Crisis Operations/Incident Management experience
• Leadership experience in same or similar positions
• Background in project management – certifications a bonus
• Professional Security Certifications
• GSOC or Command Center experience
• Strong technical abilities; proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and social media
• Possesses a working knowledge of CTPAT
• Experience creating Infographics and using data visualization tools