Director, Global Security Systems & Technology.
LabcorpAbout the role
Labcorp is a global leader in diagnostic testing and drug development solutions, helping healthcare providers, researchers, and patients make informed decisions that advance care. Join us in our mission to improve health and improve lives.
Labcorp is seeking a Director, Global Security Systems & Technology position to join our team!
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm EST
This position is HYBRID: Applicants who live within commutable distance of either the Burlington, NC or Durham, NC location will follow a hybrid schedule. This schedule includes a minimum of three in office days per week at an assigned location, either Burlington or Durham, supporting both collaboration and flexibility
Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Technology Governance
• Define global physical security systems strategy,
standards, and policies across the enterprise.
• Establish lifecycle management programs for all
security technologies, including upgrades,
maintenance, and optimization.
• Ensure alignment of security technology initiatives
with corporate strategy and budget guidelines.
• Maintain deep awareness of emerging security
technologies and industry best practices.
Security Systems Implementation & Operations
• Lead the implementation, integration, and ongoing
management of physical security systems globally.
• Oversee coordination, installation, upgrades, and
servicing of access control, video surveillance, alarm
systems, and related technologies.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for critical
security system incidents and outages.
• Develop and maintain operational processes to
ensure consistent system performance and
compliance with standards.
Data, Analytics & Continuous Improvement
• Drive the use of data AI analytics across security
platforms, including access control logs, VMS data,
and incident management systems.
• Develop metrics, dashboards, and reporting to
support risk-based decision-making.
• Identify opportunities for automation and process
improvement through technology and data insights.
• Support enterprise risk assessments through system
data and analytical capabilities.
Vendor & Program Management
• Lead vendor strategy, including RFP development,
vendor selection, contract negotiation, and
performance management.
• Manage relationships with system integrators and
technology providers to ensure service quality and
system reliability.
• Conduct product evaluations, feasibility studies, and
quality assurance reviews for new technologies.
• Ensure minimal business disruption through effective
vendor oversight and system resilience planning.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with OIS, IT, Facilities, and Security
Operations to ensure seamless integration of physical
security systems.
• Support construction and design efforts through
collaboration on architectural plans, system design,
and commissioning.
• Contribute to annual budgeting and capital planning
for security systems.
Support audits and compliance initiatives, including
access control reviews and system governance.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of experience in physical security technology programs within a global enterprise
environment or Associates degree with 12+ years of same experience or High School or GED with 14 years of same experience required - Ability to travel domestically up to 25% and 10% internationally required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional certifications such as CPP, PSP, PMP,
- NICET or relevant security technology
- certifications
- •8+ years of prior experience managing global vendor relationships and complex system implementations.
- •8+ years knowledge of IT infrastructure,
- cybersecurity considerations, and SaaS/cloud-based
- security solutions.
- •6+ years experience with platforms such as Genetec
- (VMS/ACS) and visitor management systems (e.g.,
- Envoy).
- • 6+ years knowledge of Revit/CAD workflows and
- experience working with architectural and security
- design documents.
- •6+ years experience in life sciences, healthcare, or
- regulated environments.
Additional Qualified Standards:
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives
and deliver results in complex environments.
Strategic thinking with strong technical depth
Program and project management expertise - Data-driven decision-making and analytical
capability
Exceptional Vendor negotiation and relationship
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