Director, Global Security Job at Avanos

Job Description

The Director, Global Security leads the development and execution of a comprehensive global security strategy for a medical device company operating in over 90 countries. This executive-level role is responsible for protecting the organization’s people, assets, information, and reputation through proactive risk management, compliance oversight, and crisis preparedness. The role requires strategic vision, operational excellence, and the ability to navigate complex and ambiguous environments.

Job Responsibility

Strategic Leadership - Develop and implement a global security strategy aligned with corporate objectives
Security Management - Lead a high-performing global security team, including internal staff and co-sourced partners
Brand Ambassador - Establish and maintain a world-class security culture, awareness, and training program
Fiscal Responsibility - Develop and manage the global security budget, ensuring efficiency and productivity
Risk Assessment - Conduct global risk assessments to identify threats to people, property, and reputation
Site Leadership - Direct site security operations globally, ensuring optimal use of personnel and technology
Crisis Management - Co-lead Crisis Management and Business Continuity programs, including training and preparedness exercises
Executive Protection - Oversee executive protection and security for Board meetings and corporate events
Global Events and Activities - Manage international travel security and advance operations
International Compliance - Lead compliance with Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) and Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) programs
Standards - Develop global standards and policies for import/export security compliance
Relationship Building - Build strong relationships with law enforcement, intelligence agencies, and international security counterparts
Cross Functional Relationships - Collaborate cross-functionally with Executive Leadership, Ethics & Compliance, Legal, IT, HR, Operations and other departments to address security concerns
Legal Processes - Support litigation matters and liaise with law enforcement on criminal investigations

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or its non-U.S. equivalent
Minimum 10 years of experience in corporate and/or government security (law enforcement or other relevant experience) with a preference for experience in a global multinational corporation
Experience in international security operations, especially the US-Mexico Border
English language fluency required
Travel: 25–50% global travel, often on short notice
Must be available 24/7 for emergencies and business continuity needs

Nice to have

Advanced degree, including MBA, JD, or equivalent
Specific training in security, law enforcement, and global security areas
Experience in Healthcare industry – Device, Pharma, or Biotech
Fluency in Spanish strongly preferred
Other languages helpful
Security certifications preferred (CFE, CPP, PSP)

What we offer

Incentive compensation program
Benefits on day 1
Free onsite gym
Onsite cafeteria
HQ region voted 'best place to live' by USA Today
Uncapped sales commissions
Generous 401(k) employer match of 100% of each pretax dollar you contribute on the first 4% and 50% of the next 2% of pay contributed with immediate vesting

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