- Company Name
- IGT
- Job Title
- Director Physical Security
- Job Description
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Director Physical Security
**Role Summary**: Develop, implement, and oversee enterprise-wide physical security strategies to protect personnel, assets, facilities, and sensitive information. Lead cross-functional collaborations, manage security technologies, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate threat assessments. Maintain proactive risk mitigation aligned with corporate objectives.
**Expactations**: 10+ years progressive experience in cybersecurity, physical security, or military operations; 5+ years managing multi-site security programs. Requires advanced expertise in security systems (CCTV, access control), regulatory compliance (FBI CJIS, OSHA), and incident management. Strong leadership in crisis response and risk assessment.
**Key Responsibilities**:
- Develop and execute enterprise physical security strategies.
- Lead regional/site-specific security teams via stakeholder collaboration.
- Conduct risk assessments, crisis planning, and incident response protocols.
- Partner with Legal, HR, IT, and Facilities to enforce compliance (OSHA, HIPAA, PCI-DSS).
- Manage vendor relationships for security technology deployment/maintenance.
- Coordinate with law enforcement for threat analysis and investigations.
- Track emerging security trends, technologies, and public safety updates.
- Present security metrics and strategic improvements to executive leadership.
**Required Skills**:
- Expertise in physical security systems (access control, alarms).
- Proficiency in incident management platforms and risk assessment tools.
- Knowledge of ASIS/ISO 27001 standards and regulatory frameworks.
- Strong leadership, cross-functional communication, and stakeholder negotiation.
- Conflict resolution, crisis communication, and strategic analysis.
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
**Required Education & Certifications**:
- Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, or related field (equivalent experience accepted).
- Certifications in security audit, investigation, or compliance (preferred).
- Knowledge of labor laws, ethical standards, and continuous improvement practices.