Director Corporate Security, Semiconductor Devices

The Security Executive Council; Sherman (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational manufacturing company is seeking a Director of Corporate Security to oversee security operations and provide leadership on physical security matters. This role requires over 10 years of corporate security management experience and a bachelor's degree. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in risk assessment, crisis management, and stakeholder communication. On-site work is primarily required, with some travel for security oversight at production facilities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in corporate security management.
• Experience in leading transformation initiatives and driving measurable results.
• Knowledge of security risk assessment and crisis management.

Responsibilities

• Act as advisor to business leaders on physical security matters.
• Oversee security operations across multiple sites.
• Develop and implement security plans to manage risks.

Skills

Integrity

Communication

Crisis Management

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Director Corporate Security, Semiconductor Devices

Organization:

Coherent Corporation

Location:

Sherman, Tx

Description:

About the job

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Serves as SME and advisor to business group and site leadership on all physical security and resilience matters.
• Facilitates site security risk assessment process to identify vulnerabilities, recommend preventive measures, and ensure compliance with internal and external requirements.
• Develops site and business group security plans and ensures implementation of security and resilience management objectives.
• Oversees day‑to‑day security operations and services at sites across the business group.
• Ensures the application of risk‑ and threat‑based security mitigations and control measures aligned to facility changes and production process changes.
• Implements viable incident and crisis response frameworks, enabling the business to minimize disruptive events and their impacts.
• Oversees security incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Develops and delivers training programs to foster a culture of security risk awareness and strengthen workforce resilience.
• Manages/oversees vendor relationships and performance.
• Builds and sustains strong relationships with key internal stakeholders and external agencies to ensure a business‑aligned, integrated approach to security.

Additional Accountabilities

• Shapes and drives maturity of Coherent core security programs and services, including establishment and implementation of global frameworks for security risk management and continuous improvement.
• Takes ownership and accountability to deliver global projects as assigned by VP Corporate Security.
• Contributes to, and delivers against, the global Corporate Security masterplan framework.
• As needed, may provide ad hoc security advisory or operational support to Coherent business units globally.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree. Relevant professional certifications desirable (i.e. ASIS CPP, advanced security management certificate, etc.).
• Minimum 10+ years’ experience in a corporate security management role or related role, preferably with experience at a multi‑site, global manufacturer.
• Previous exposure to a broad spectrum of security domains including security risk assessment and auditing, manufacturing site security operations, personnel security, supply chain security, crisis management, business continuity, etc.
• Demonstrated experience in leading/managing transformation initiatives, managing programs/projects, and utilizing operational excellence/continuous improvement methodologies to drive measurable results.
• Vendor and budget management experience.
• Familiarity with CTPAT, CFATS, ICAS, and TAPA desirable.

Skills

• Unwavering personal integrity and exceptional judgment. Acts as role model and champion of the Coherent values of Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Enthusiasm.
• Entrepreneurial style—eager to create and build new capabilities and seek opportunities to embed security control measures and processes into existing business activities.
• Skilled at delivering impactful training and communication, ensuring clarity and engagement. Builds stakeholder consensus and earns confidence and trust at all levels and across diverse teams.
• Able to remain calm under pressure and ambiguity.
• Experience and comfort working in international and cross‑cultural environments.
• Strong skills in drafting, reviewing, and updating standards, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Stays current on industry trends, emerging threats, and innovative security solutions to continuously enhance Coherent’s security posture.

Working Conditions

• Primarily on‑site.
• Primarily office‑based with some exposure to production floor(s), warehousing operations, building mechanical areas, etc.
• Available to attend early or late meetings to accommodate our global teams. This role provides support to production facilities operating 24/7.
• On‑call responsibilities to provide response to security matters during non‑working hours.
• 20% domestic/international travel; able to travel on short notice.

Quality And Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

• Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
• Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
• Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
• Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
• Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

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