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Sr. Director of Security

Supermicro
San Jose, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 1 May 2025

About the role

Job Req ID: 26573

About Supermicro:

Supermicro® is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.
 

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experience Sr. Director of Security to uphold the safety and security of our Company. The ideal candidate will be a key player in crisis management, planning, and execution.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop and oversee emergency response protocols, implement security policy, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal security laws and regulations.
  • Conduct investigations into security breaches and providing reports detailing the event and actions taken
  • Work closely with Human Resources and IT departments to identify potential risks and liabilities.
  • Design and implement comprehensive security strategies to protect organizational assets, including physical, digital, and intellectual property
  • Create and implement security policies and procedures, managing security operations, and coordinating security staff
  • Ensure the safety and security of executive leadership and the Board of Directors.
  • Actively participate in professional security organizations, such as the Transportation Asset Protection Association (TAPA).
  • Ensure transportation security protocols are followed
  • Manage third-party security guard/officer contracts, including deployment, performance evaluation, and ongoing contract assessment.
  • Conduct internal investigations, coordinate with external insurance investigators, collaborate with internal stakeholders, and be supportive of law enforcement for security incidents.
  • Develop and maintain close relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement
  • Collaborate with the various facilities (building) managers respective of security.

Qualifications:

  • A minimum of a two-year associate degree, with a bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
  • At least 10 years of experience in law enforcement and/or military service.
  • Proven corporate security experience in a leadership capacity.
  • Strong background in investigations and physical security.
  • Executive protection experience is highly desirable.
  • Experience in managing security budgets and deploying resources effectively.
  • Proficiency in risk assessment and threat analysis.
  • Ability to lead and train teams in security protocols and awareness.
  • In-depth knowledge of security standards (e.g., Facility Security Requirements, Trucking Security Requirements).
  • Understanding of legal and regulatory security requirements.
  • Active membership in relevant professional security associations.
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience.
  • Strong collaboration skills with stakeholders at all levels.
  • High integrity and ethical standards in professional conduct.
  • Willingness to hold others accountable to performance and conduct standards.
  • Ability to communicate candidly and respectfully with executive leadership.
  • Experience conducting high-level executive meetings and briefings.
  • Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
  • Excellent diplomatic skills for handling sensitive internal and external situations.
  • Proven crisis management experience and decision-making under pressure.

Salary Range

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