Head of Global Security

Location: Texas, United States
Relocation: Yes

Overview

Security Management Resources® has been retained to identify our client’s next Head of Global Security. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-regarded multinational in the dynamic energy sector. This position will provide leadership and direction for a team of security practitioners and will oversee all aspects of enterprise security strategies and operations on a global scale. The position is headquartered in Texas and will regularly travel worldwide. Top-level compensation and benefits are on offer for a compelling leader and collaborator.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer new and current corporate-wide security policies, procedures, and programs in accordance with government and regulatory standards and in alignment with the company’s overall goals and aims.
• Lead a global team chartered with a wide range of accountabilities, including physical security, investigations, threat assessment and mitigation, executive protection, travel security programs, and training and awareness.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and other key internal and external stakeholders to develop and ensure resilience standards.
• Oversee crisis management and incident response planning.
• Support security training programs for employees, fostering a security-conscious culture within the organization.
• Develop and support worldwide professional relationships with relevant high-level law enforcement and international counterparts, including security and intelligence agencies and private sector peers.
• Keep abreast of industry trends and emerging threats to continually enhance security awareness programs.

Education, Experience, Skills, and Competencies

• An academic degree in a relevant field with a commitment to professional development for direct reports, others, and yourself.
• Extensive experience leading people within a large, geographically diverse organization, preferably within the energy sector.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
• Critical thinking skills and the ability to accurately interpret complex situations across global justice systems.
• Experience working with decision-makers to positively affect the outcome of policies and regulations.
• Impeccable ethics, integrity, and moral courage, with the ability to ensure trust, respect, and reliability, with a wide-ranging audience.
• The ability to travel globally, sometimes on short notice.

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