Director Physical Security & Investigations

Overview

The Director, Physical Security & Investigations, is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing all aspects of physical security strategies across the organization and manages and/or assists with scope, timing and direction of investigations. This role ensures the protection of personnel, assets and facilities through effective security policies, systems, and procedures. The Director leads a team of security professionals, collaborates with internal stakeholders, and liaises with external agencies to maintain a safe and secure environment aligned with corporate objectives and regulatory requirements. This role also requires staying actively engaged with local safety developments and emerging security and investigation trends to ensure the organization remains proactive and well-informed.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of enterprise-wide physical security strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
• Provide leadership and guidance to regional and site-specific security teams, ensuring consistency and operational excellence.
• Oversee risk assessments, incident response protocols, and crisis management planning across all facilities.
• Leads security design for facilities ensuring physical security measures are integrated into building architecture.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including Legal, HR, Facilities, and IT to ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and security standards.
• Manage and/or assist with scope, timing and direction of investigations including but not limited to Compliance Incidents, Employee Misconduct, Policy Violations, Fraud, Conflicts of Interest, External Threats
• Manage vendor relationships and oversee the deployment and maintenance of security technologies to safeguard infrastructure and assets.
• Monitor compliance with applicable laws, industry standards, and internal policies
• Coordinate with law enforcement and emergency services for threat assessments, investigations, and joint response efforts.
• Stay actively engaged with local safety updates, law enforcement bulletins, and public safety initiatives.
• Keep abreast of emerging security trends, technologies, and best practices to continuously enhance the organization’s physical security posture.
• Prepare and present reports on security metrics, incidents, and strategic improvements to executive leadership.
• Travel as needed.

Requirements

Preferred Experience:

• 15+ years of physical security or law enforcement leadership
•  5+ years in a leadership role managing multi-site or enterprise-level security programs.

Technical Proficiency:

• Expertise in physical security systems (CCTV, access control, alarm systems).
• Familiarity with security technologies, incident management platforms, and risk assessment tools.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (e.g., OSHA, HIPAA, PCI-DSS) and industry standards (e.g., ASIS, ISO 27001).
• Experience with security audits, investigations, and emergency response planning and execution.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).

Communication & Interpersonal Skills:

• Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and executive reporting.
• Ability to influence and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Skilled in conflict resolution and crisis communication.

Work Ethic & Personal Attributes:

• High integrity and ethical standards include
• Discreet and trustworthy with sensitive information.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Calm under pressure and decisive in high-stakes situations.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.

Keys to Success

• Building collaborative relationships
• Decision making
• Drive results
• Foster innovation
• Personal energy
• Self-leadership

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