DIR SECURITY 2

Ingalls Shipbuilding, a Division of HII; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical plans

Tuition reimbursement

401K savings plan

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Director of Emergency Management & Security to advance their security strategy. This senior role requires a strong background in physical and crisis management, with a focus on integrating security across operations. The successful candidate will work closely with business leaders and government officials, guiding risk management and enhancing organizational resilience. Candidates should have at least 10 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree, with a Master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of applicable, progressive professional and supervisory work experience.
• Must have Top Secret DOD Clearance or the ability to obtain TS clearance.
• Experience in integrating security disciplines and managing risks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a broad portfolio including physical security and crisis management.
• Develop trusted partnerships with business unit leadership and stakeholders.
• Lead a team of security managers and professionals, fostering a culture of excellence.

Skills

Business acumen

Strategic thinking

Executive-level communication

Crisis management

Emergency management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Master's degree

Job description

Req ID: 46335

Team: 59 Environment/Health/Safety

Entity: Ingalls Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time

Shift: 1st

Relocation: No relocation assistance available

Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirement: No

We’re building tomorrow’s fleet today

With More Than 11,000 Employees, HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding Division Is The Largest Manufacturing Employer In Mississippi And a Major Contributor To The Economic Growth Of Alabama. For Nearly 85 Years, We’ve Designed, Built And Maintained Amphibious Ships, Destroyers, And Cutters For The U.S. Navy And The U.S. Coast Guard. The Largest Supplier Of U.S. Navy Surface Combatants, We’re Simultaneously Building Four Classes Of Ships And Have Pioneered The Development And Production Of Technologically Advanced, Highly Capable Ships For The Surface Navy Fleet For Decades. Think That’s Cool? Keep Reading

The Role

The Director of Emergency Management & Security is a senior security leader responsible for advancing the division’s security strategy and integrating security disciplines to support operational performance, regulatory compliance, and enterprise risk management. The role oversees a broad portfolio including physical security, logical security integration, crisis management, emergency management, executive protection, insider threat, business continuity and resumption, and National Industrial Security Program operations and compliance.

The Director serves as the principal security advisor to divisional leadership, aligning security capabilities with organizational priorities and translating complex risk environments into practical strategies that protect people, facilities, information, and brand while enabling mission success.

As a relationship leader, the Director develops trusted partnerships with business unit leadership, government officials, and professional organizations. The role acts as a strategic consultant to organizational stakeholders, helping leaders understand risk, integrate security considerations into business operations, and make informed decisions.

The Director leads a team of security managers and professionals, building a high-performing organization grounded in accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The leader mentors and develops talent while fostering a team culture that is responsive to business needs and committed to integrity and operational excellence.

The Director oversees the integration and execution of security programs, budgets, and resources in support of government contractual requirements and corporate policy. The role requires the ability to assess evolving conditions, make sound decisions under pressure, and provide leadership during incidents or operational disruptions.

As a contributor to enterprise governance, the Director participates in the Corporate Security Council and helps ensure that security and business risks are identified, evaluated, and communicated to senior leadership. The Director collaborates with key stakeholders to develop and maintain a comprehensive risk profile and implement cost-effective mitigation strategies aligned with business priorities.

Success in this role requires strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and executive-level communication skills. The Director must build trusted partnerships across legal, labor relations, compliance, and operational leadership while delivering security solutions that strengthen organizational resilience and enable operational performance.

Must Have

Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline (or the equivalent in education, training and experience), plus a minimum of 10 years of applicable, progressive professional and/or supervisory work experience; Must have Top Secret DOD Clearance or be able to obtain TS clearance. Master's degree and 8 years relevant experience.

Nice to Have

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co .com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #1 for Ingalls Shipbuilding.