Sr Director, Global Security

Mondelēz International • Chicago, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Director, Global Security develops, implements, and monitors Mondelēz International’s global security strategy and operations to protect people, assets, and business operations from internal and external threats. Reporting to the Chief Global Ethics & Compliance Officer, who oversees Enterprise Risk Management, the role collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to deliver effective, resilient, and efficient security services in a complex global environment. The Senior Director advises executive leadership on security matters, including executive protection, and promotes preparedness, risk mitigation, and response to security threats across the organization.

The position leads a global security team and oversees worldwide security services, physical security and systems, regulatory program compliance, threat management, insider-threat prevention, executive protection, investigations, travel security, and global security standards. It works with senior leaders across global, regional, and business-unit organizations to integrate security priorities into business operations and decision-making, continuously improve security processes, and allocate security resources effectively.

The role is based at the Chicago headquarters and requires international travel. A graduate or university degree in security management, criminal justice, business, or a similar field is required, along with at least 15 years of relevant experience and a successful track record managing security for a global organization. Candidates must have a background in intelligence or law enforcement with corporate experience, board certification in security management (Certified Protection Professional/CPP), and active membership in at least two international security industry associations. An active U.S. government security clearance or ability to obtain one is required. English fluency is required; an additional language is preferred.

Requirements

• Graduate or university degree in security management, criminal justice, business, or a similar field.
• At least 15 years of relevant experience and a successful track record managing security for a global organization.
• Background in intelligence or law enforcement with corporate experience.
• Board certification in security management: Certified Protection Professional (CPP).
• Active membership in at least two international security industry associations, such as ISMA, ASIS, IACP, ATAP, DSAC, or OSAC.
• Active U.S. government security clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Fluency in English.
• Strong leadership experience with direct and indirect reporting organizations or teams.
• In-depth knowledge of global security threats, trends, operations, and best practices.
• Proficiency in technical, procedural, and physical security risk management.
• Practical experience handling major investigations, incidents, or crises and leading, setting up, and operating executive protection programs.
• Familiarity with civil, criminal, and employment law, as well as global data protection, cybersecurity, and privacy requirements.
• Broad experience applying risk management principles, strong business acumen, and problem-solving ability.
• Extensive experience operating across different geographies and jurisdictions.
• Ability to travel internationally.

Nice To Haves

• Senior Executive Service (SES) membership or equivalent.
• Fluency in an additional language.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and monitor a comprehensive global security strategy aligned with the company’s vision and goals.
• Lead the global security team and ensure consistent, effective delivery of security services and operations worldwide.
• Oversee security measures protecting people, assets, and operations, including physical security and systems, government regulatory program compliance, threat management, security awareness, mass notification, and insider-threat prevention.
• Set and implement the executive protection program through ongoing risk assessments, action plans, and processes suited to the evolving risk environment.
• Collaborate with senior global, regional, and business-unit leaders to integrate security priorities into business operations and decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement of security operations, processes, and activities.
• Promote a security-conscious culture and regularly brief key stakeholders on security risks, incidents, and opportunities.
• Oversee major security investigations and significant incidents.
• Develop and manage the security budget, allocating resources effectively and efficiently.
• Oversee employee travel security protocols, including threat assessments, travel alerts, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Develop and ensure regular monitoring, review, and updating of global security standards, policies, and protocols.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• Wellness and family support programs.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Paid leave programs.
• Education-related programs.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Eligibility to participate in a competitive bonus program, with potential overachievement based on performance and company results.
• Eligibility to participate in the long-term incentive program.

What This Job Offers

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