Senior Director, Physical Security

PsiQuantum•Milpitas, CA

7d•$153,000 - $256,800

About The Position

The Senior Director, Physical Security oversees PsiQuantum’s global physical security program. Reporting to the Chief Security Officer (CSO), the role works with internal and external stakeholders to develop and implement strategies, plans, policies, and procedures to protect company personnel, visitors, and facilities. The position owns the program budget, builds and leads the physical security team, and oversees security systems, monitoring, risk assessment, incident response, travel security, and insider risk coordination. It also partners with Facilities and third parties to incorporate security into new-site selection, design, and construction, and reports program KPIs and risk posture to the CSO and senior leadership. The role may be filled in one of four U.S. geographic zones, including many remote locations in Zone 4, and requires travel of up to 25%.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in physical security or an adjacent field.
At least 5 years of experience 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, such as 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 internally and with law enforcement and other public sector entities to address threats and coordinate incident response.
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.