Director, Corporate Security

The Security Executive Council; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 206,000 - 272,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights

Amazon RSUs

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Zoox is seeking a Director, Corporate Security to lead the development and execution of comprehensive security programs protecting personnel and property across dispersed sites. You will oversee physical security operations, risk management, insider threat coordination, incident response, and executive protection, partnering with Facilities, HR, IT and Legal to align security with business goals.

The role requires strategic leadership, strong communication, and a proven track record in managing

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in corporate security with leadership experience
• Proven ability to lead diverse teams, including contractors and third-party providers
• Deep knowledge of physical security technologies, operations centers, and systems integration
• Excellent judgment, communication, and crisis leadership
• Experience with insider threat programs and executive protection

Responsibilities

• Lead the physical security team across all Zoox locations
• Oversee 24/7 security operations, including access control, GSOC, incident response, and emergency management across all sites
• Develop, implement, train, and enforce company security policies and procedures
• Perform incident investigations and risk assessment activities
• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure they are meeting company standards
• Management of outsourced security suppliers to ensure their performance
• Drive modernization of security infrastructure, integrating smart surveillance, AI-driven analytics, and automation to enhance efficiency and threat detection
• Partner with Facilities, HR, EHS, Legal, IT, and ProdSec to align security programs and insider threat protection with business operations

Skills

Leadership

Crisis leadership

Communication

Team mentorship

Risk assessment

Stakeholder collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Security operations

Job description

About the job

The Director, Corporate Security is a leadership role responsible for the development and implementation of physical security programs to help the company keep all Zoox personnel and property safe and secure. This leader will serve as the primary point of contact for all physical security programs for the company, including physical security operations, risk management, incident response, insider threat coordination, investigations, workplace violence prevention, event security, executive protection, and fleet security.

In This Role, You Will

• Lead the physical security team across all Zoox locations
• Oversee 24/7 security operations, including access control, GSOC, incident response, and emergency management across all sites.
• Develop, implement, train, and enforce company security policies and procedures.
• Perform incident investigations and risk assessment activities.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure they are meeting company standards.
• Management of outsourced security suppliers to ensure their performance is meeting contractual requirements.
• Drive modernization of security infrastructure, integrating smart surveillance, AI-driven analytics, and automation to enhance efficiency and threat detection.
• Partner with Facilities, HR, EHS, Legal, IT, and ProdSec to align security programs and insider threat protection with business operations.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in corporate security with at least 5 years in a leadership role, ideally at companies with dispersed physical operations.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor diverse teams, including contractors and third-party service providers.
• Deep knowledge of physical security technologies, operations centers, and systems integration.
• Exceptional judgment, communication, and crisis leadership under pressure.
• Experience with emergency communications and escalation processes
• Demonstrated experience in managing insider threat programs and executing executive protection initiatives to enhance organizational security.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, and a positive attitude.
• Curious and ability to learn new technology and businesses.
• Proficient in utilizing data to guide decision-making while demonstrating strong written and oral communication skills.

Bonus Qualifications

• Professional Security Industry Certifications such as APP, CPP, CFI, CFE, or PSP.
• Experience with fast-moving and growing technology or automotive business.

Compensation:

$206,000 - $272,000 a year

Base Salary Range

There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.

Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.

• paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement)
• unpaid time off
• Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights
• Amazon RSUs
• health insurance
• long-term care insurance
• long-term and short-term disability insurance
• life insurance

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