Director, Security

Dayzim; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid maternity leave

Parental leave

Family leave

Paid time off

Voluntary benefits

Discount programs

Job summary

Day & Zimmermann is seeking a Director of Security to lead our internal security program, safeguarding people, property, information, and operations. You will advise the Chief Legal Officer and executives, oversee security personnel, and coordinate with law enforcement on significant risks.

The role emphasizes protection, incident response, and compliance with national security standards. The position requires a BA/BS in security-related field and 10+ years of progressive security experience,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in security management or a related field is required.
• 10+ years progressive security experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Experience advising senior stakeholders on risk-based decisions.
• Willingness to travel 40% in the first year.

Responsibilities

• Lead physical-security assessments for company sites and establish remediation plans.
• Advise executive leadership on significant security risks and protective measures.
• Oversee the Industrial Security program and ensure compliance with government requirements.
• Coordinate with law enforcement and government authorities as needed.
• Protect company assets and supervise security personnel and data protection efforts.
• Conduct and coordinate domestic investigations as required.

Skills

Threat assessment

Physical security

Executive advisory

Crisis management

Investigation coordination

Education

BA/BS in Security

Job description

We believe great work happens when flexibility and connection come together, and when we respect the whole person, not just the professional. That is why we operate under one flexible work model with a hybrid schedule of three in-office days per week, aligned to one of our three Greater Philadelphia area offices. Your Talent Acquisition partner will work closely with you to confirm the office location that best aligns with the role and your home location, ensuring you have the right balance of connection, collaboration, and flexibility to thrive.

The Director of Security leads Day & Zimmermann's internal security program, with responsibility for physical security, personal-risk protection, asset and equipment protection, industrial security, and related investigations. The Director serves as the senior internal security adviser to the Chief Legal Officer and executive leadership, leads assigned security personnel, oversees vulnerability assessments, and serves as the senior escalation point for significant security concerns. The job is focused exclusively on protecting Day & Zimmermann's people, property, information, and operations. The Director partners with Information Security and Cyber Security but does not manage those functions or client-delivered security programs.

Responsibilities

• Threat Assessment and Physical Security of Company-Owned Sites: Receive and evaluate threat information compiled by designated internal personnel through open-source intelligence, social media, investigative tools, and other information sources. Assess violent or disruptive threats and emerging risks to the Company. Own physical-security vulnerability assessments and standards for all Company-owned sites including offices, facilities, and munitions plants and establish a prioritized remediation register.
• Personal Risk Protection: Assess and manage security risks to shareholders, executives, employees, and other personnel when risks arise from threats, protests, public events, travel, employment disputes, former employees, public exposure, or other circumstances. Develop protective recommendations and coordinate with law enforcement, government authorities, site leadership, and other appropriate partners.
• Industrial Security: Drive the Company’s industrial-security program, including specifically its Insider Threat Program, for buildings and operations holding a U.S. Government facility clearance. Supervise certain Facility Security Officers who ensure appropriate implementation of NISPOM and other applicable government security requirements. Assess the current industrial-security structure, confirm the responsibilities and reporting lines of the Senior FSO, Assistant FSO, and other functional FSOs, and identify compliance gaps.
• Executive Advising and External Coordination: Advise the Chief Legal Officer and executive leadership on significant security risks, recommended protective measures, and appropriate coordination with law enforcement or government authorities.
• Asset, Equipment and Data Protection: In partnership with IT, protect Company assets and equipment from theft, unauthorized removal, or misuse. Supervise the Cyberhaven Analyst, who will use Cyberhaven to monitor transfers of files and data, identify anomalous or unauthorized activity, support investigations, and elevate potential loss or exfiltration of Company information.
• Investigations and Incident Response: Conduct and coordinate domestic investigations as needed.

KSAs (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Ability to protect confidential information and exercise sound judgment in sensitive security, investigation, and escalation matters.
• Ability to communicate significant security risks, protective measures, and investigative information to senior executives and other appropriate stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively across a decentralized organization and coordinate with law enforcement, government authorities, site leadership, IT, and other appropriate partners.
• Strong written and oral communication skills sufficient to support security assessments, investigations, executive advising, and external coordination.
• Strong analytical and crisis-management skills sufficient to evaluate threats, vulnerabilities, anomalous activity, and significant security matters.
• Incident response and investigative coordination capability sufficient to support security event response, fact-finding, corrective action, and continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Security management, criminal justice, intelligence, risk management, business administration, or a related discipline; equivalent related experience may be considered where appropriate. Required
• 10+ years Progressive experience in corporate security, industrial security, physical security, intelligence, government security, risk management, or a related security discipline, including experience advising senior stakeholders on risk-based security decisions. Required

Travel Requirements:

• 40% First year travel expectations 40%; less in subsequent years.

Compensation and Benefits

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $159,680 - $239,520. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as the final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).

We care about our employees, and it shows. Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees’ individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!

Essential Functions

• Visual acuity (e.g., preparing and analyzing data, viewing a computer, reading, inspecting objects, or operating machinery)
• Pushing or pulling
• Manual dexterity (e.g., picking, pinching, typing, or other finger-related tasks)
• Stooping
• Grasping
• Reaching
• Feeling
• Lifting objects
• Climbing
• Walking
• Hearing
• Repetitive motions
• Talking
• Kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Capacity to think, concentrate, and focus over long periods
• Ability to write complex documents in English
• Ability to read complex documents in English
• Capacity to express thoughts orally and clearly convey instructions
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions
• Ability to wear a mask, respirator, bulletproof vest, or other required equipment
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at the company’s office or worksite
• Ability to withstand environmental conditions, such as extreme temperatures, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, or extreme noise

Notices to Applicants
For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity
Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email [e-mail] , and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.