Director, Physical Security

PsiQuantum • Milpitas, CA

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About The Position

The Director, Physical Security oversees PsiQuantum’s global physical security program and reports to the Chief Security Officer (CSO). The role develops and implements strategies, plans, policies, and procedures to protect company personnel, visitors, and facilities, while managing the program’s team, budget, systems, and operations. The Director also works with internal and external stakeholders to incorporate security into new sites, address risks and incidents, meet regulatory and contractual requirements, and report program performance and risk posture to leadership.

The position requires at least five years of experience in physical security or an adjacent field and at least five years in supervisory roles. Extensive experience securing new and existing global data centers, proficiency with physical security technology, familiarity with relevant standards and regulations, and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance are also required. Travel may be up to 25%. The role may be filled in one of four U.S. geographic zones, with salary determined in part by location and qualifications.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in physical security or an adjacent field.
• At least 5 years in supervisory roles.
• Extensive experience securing new and existing global data centers.
• Proficiency in physical security technology, such as CCTV and access controls.
• Familiarity with global standards and regulations, including ISO/IEC 27001, NIST SP 800-53, PSPF, GDPR, and other applicable privacy regulations.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to brief senior leadership.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive physical security program to protect company personnel, visitors, and facilities.
• Hire, mentor, and grow the physical security team, and own the program budget.
• Manage physical security measures, including access control, video surveillance, and alarm systems.
• Oversee 24/7 security monitoring and alarm response.
• Manage physical security personnel, contractors, vendors, and services.
• Partner with Facilities and third parties to incorporate security into the selection, design, and build-out of new sites.
• Ensure compliance with PsiQuantum’s regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop plans to address identified weaknesses.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, law enforcement, and other public sector entities to address threats and respond to incidents.
• Lead investigations of physical security incidents.
• Coordinate and/or perform offensive security assessments.
• Maintain and develop the travel security program.
• Coordinate insider risk programs to address security and risk objectives.
• Report program KPIs and risk posture to the CSO and senior leadership.

Benefits

• Competitive health coverage for the employee and dependents.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Equity grants.
• Access to financial wellness tools and planning resources.
• Wellness benefits.
• Family support programs.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid leave programs.
• Company-designated paid holidays.
• Discretionary time off (DTO).
• End-of-year company shutdown.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director