Director Corporate Security, Semiconductor Devices

Coherent Corp.•Sherman, TX

62d•Onsite

About The Position

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us! Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree. Relevant professional certifications desirable (i.e. ASIS CPP, advanced security management certificate, etc.).
Minimum 10+ years’ experience in a corporate security management role or related role, preferably with experience at a multi-site, global manufacturer.
Previous exposure to a broad spectrum of security domains including security risk assessment and auditing, manufacturing site security operations, personnel security, supply chain security, crisis management, business continuity, etc.
Demonstrated experience in leading/managing transformation initiatives, managing programs/projects, and utilizing operational excellence/continuous improvement methodologies to drive measurable results.
Vendor and budget management experience.
Unwavering personal integrity and exceptional judgment. Acts as role model and champion of the Coherent values of Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Enthusiasm.
Entrepreneurial style—eager to create and build new capabilities and seek opportunities to embed security control measures and processes into existing business activities.
Skilled at delivering impactful training and communication, ensuring clarity and engagement. Builds stakeholder consensus and earns confidence and trust at all levels and across diverse teams.
Able to remain calm under pressure and ambiguity.
Experience and comfort working in international and cross-cultural environments.
Strong skills in drafting, reviewing, and updating standards, procedures, and governance frameworks.
Stays current on industry trends, emerging threats, and innovative security solutions to continuously enhance Coherent’s security posture.
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.: Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Nice To Haves

Relevant professional certifications desirable (i.e. ASIS CPP, advanced security management certificate, etc.).
Familiarity with CTPAT, CFATS, ICS, and TAPA desirable.

Responsibilities

Serves as SME and advisor to business group and site leadership on all physical security and resilience matters.
Facilitates site security risk assessment process to identify vulnerabilities, recommend preventive measures, and ensure compliance with internal and external requirements.
Develops site and business group security plans and ensures implementation of security and resilience management objectives.
Oversees day-to-day security operations and services at sites across the business group.
Ensures the application of risk- and threat-based security mitigations and control measures aligned to facility changes and production process changes.
Implements viable incident and crisis response frameworks, enabling the business to minimize disruptive events and their impacts.
Oversees security incident investigations and root cause analyses.
Develops and delivers training programs to foster a culture of security risk awareness and strengthen workforce resilience.
Manages/oversees vendor relationships and performance
Builds and sustains strong relationships with key internal stakeholders and external agencies to ensure a business-aligned, integrated approach to security.
Shapes and drives maturity of Coherent core security programs and services, including establishment and implementation of global frameworks for security risk management and continuous improvement.
Takes ownership and accountability to deliver global projects as assigned by VP Corporate Security.
Contributes to, and delivers against, the global Corporate Security masterplan framework.
As needed, may provide ad hoc security advisory or operational support to Coherent business units globally.