Director, Corporate Security

RH; California; On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

RH is seeking a Director, Corporate Safety & Security to foster a safe and secure environment for our people across every facet of the organization. This leader will serve as the central point of contact for safety and security matters, addressing incidents with a strategic and solutions-oriented approach.

Partnering with diverse stakeholders and cross-functional teams, the Director will build and lead a comprehensive, integrated safety and security strategy.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of leadership in security and risk management.
• Experience in global organizations preferred.
• Knowledge of physical security tech and systems.
• Experience overseeing contract security services and executive protection.
• Proven incident response and crisis management capabilities.
• Strong executive-facing communication skills.
• Proven ability to build relationships with law enforcement and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Live and model RH's Vision, Values and Beliefs daily.
• Own and lead RH’s global Safety and Security strategy and program implementation.
• Serve as primary contact for all safety and security incidents.
• Assess risks proactively to support Leadership Team.
• Build cross-functional partnerships and vendor accountability.
• Lead investigations and reporting of workplace violence and crime.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement and external agencies.
• Conduct security audits; present insights to Executives.
• Oversee event security plans and on-site safety oversight.
• Direct protective programs and security guard services.
• Oversee security technology and armed/unarmed operations.
• Foster a culture of safety through training and engagement.

Skills

Leadership in safety & risk

Global organization experience

Physical security technology

Contract security oversight

Crisis/incident management

Executive communications

Law enforcement/external relations

Job description

RH is seeking a Director, Corporate Safety & Security to foster a safe and secure environment for our people across every facet of the organization. This leader will serve as the central point of contact for safety and security matters, addressing incidents with a strategic and solutions-oriented approach. Partnering with diverse stakeholders and cross-functional teams, the Director, Corporate Safety & Security will build and lead a comprehensive, integrated safety and security strategy. This role is grounded in service, educating and empowering our Team Members to prioritize safety and security at every level.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Live and model Our Vision, Values and Beliefs every day.
• Own and lead RH’s global Safety and Security strategy, including policy development, compliance initiatives and program implementation to protect organizational assets and people.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the organization on all safety and security-related incidents.
• Assess risks proactively to anticipate and address the needs of the organization and Leadership Team.
• Build and maintain a network of cross-functional internal partnerships and external relationships, holding vendors accountable for exceptional service.
• Lead the investigation and reporting of workplace violence incidents and criminal activity to Leadership.
• Serve as the primary liaison with local security, law enforcement and external agencies to foster collaboration and ensure coordinated support.
• Conduct comprehensive security audits to identify vulnerabilities, ensure compliance and strengthen overall safety and operational performance, presenting insights and recommendations to Executive Leadership.
• Coordinate event security plans, aligning internal stakeholders, external vendors and law enforcement partners, and provide on-site oversight during events to ensure safety and compliance.
• Direct executive and employee protection programs, including oversight of contract security guard services.
• Oversee physical security technology and systems, including armed and unarmed security operations.
• Foster a culture of safety and security awareness through clear communication, comprehensive training and active engagement across the organization.

WHAT YOU BRING

• 10+ years of leadership experience in security and risk management, with a background in law enforcement, military or industries such as retail, hospitality or restaurants.
• Experience within a global organization is preferred.
• Knowledge and practical experience with physical security technology and systems, including armed and unarmed security operations.
• Experience overseeing contract security guard services and executive and employee protection programs.
• Professional designation in security management such as ASIS Certified Protection Professional (CPP) is preferred.
• Proven success building trusted relationships with law enforcement, external agencies and cross-functional partners.
• Strong judgment and composure when leading incident response and crisis situations.
• Sophisticated communication skills and a polished, executive-facing presence.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Regular on-site presence at RH's Home Office in Corte Madera, California.
• Valid driver's license and passport required to support domestic and international travel.
• Flexible availability to support a global organization operating 24/7, including timely response across time zones during incidents or events.