Director - Physical Security

Schlage Lock Company • Carmel, IN

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About The Position

The Director of Physical Security is responsible for collaborating with key stakeholders to establish, maintain, and implement enterprise security requirements across Allegion's global operations. This role involves protecting human and business capital, and shareholder value by directing physical security measures, including access control, visitor management, video surveillance, onsite service providers, incident response, executive protection, travel security, training, and education. The Director will also develop and execute a global physical security strategy, identify risks, implement mitigation measures, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. This position will report to the Vice President, EHS and Remediation, with a dotted line to the CISO (Chief Information and Security Officer), and will require adapting strategies to diverse cultural environments and establishing metrics to enhance security performance.

Requirements

• 10+ years of relevant experience in corporate security, law enforcement, executive protection, or physical security systems.
• Bachelor's degree required; preferred fields of study include security administration or criminal justice.
• Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Physical Security Professional (PSP), or other related professional security designation strongly desired.
• Proficiency with security technologies and systems, such as access control and surveillance.
• Excellent leadership skills and demonstrated expertise in managing crisis situations.
• Understanding of differences in practices and standards across geographies and cultures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry trends.
• Experience in managing large-scale security projects, including budget management.
• Ability to identify risk, define mitigation measures, and maintain a protective mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to operate across a global organization and lead through influence.
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in exploring new technologies that may be ventures investments or cutting edge tools.
• Ability to gather, critically evaluate, and present information in an organized manner.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a global physical security strategy, policies, long-term physical security initiatives, and overall targets for global operations.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to standardize physical security solutions.
• Collaborate with external partners to execute and service security systems and processes.
• Integrate physical security considerations into business processes, decision-making, and resource allocation.
• Build a cross-functional network of strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to integrate physical and cyber security measures.
• Establish and implement robust processes, metrics, and KPIs to monitor and enhance physical security performance.
• Conduct regular physical security audits and assessments to identify vulnerabilities.
• Develop global standards and standard operating procedures for onsite security guard operations.
• Maintain compliance with relevant security regulations, laws, and industry standards.
• Conduct or oversee investigations into security breaches and coordinate with local teams and law enforcement.
• Develop and implement comprehensive travel security protocols and executive protection measures.
• Provide security training and awareness programs to employees.
• Present strategic plans, initiatives, and performance updates to senior leadership.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage.
• 401K plan with a 6% company match and no vesting period.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Unlimited PTO.
• Employee Discounts through Perks at Work.
• Community involvement and opportunities to give back.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree