Associate Director, Head of US Safety & Physical Security Operations; Western Region

Position: Associate Director, Head of US Safety & Physical Security Operations (Western Region)
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KPMG is currently seeking an Associate Director, Head of US Safety & Physical Security Operations (Western Region) Manager to join our Enterprise Security Services organization.

Responsibilities:

Apply comprehensive, specialist-level knowledge within an assigned geography as the delegate process owner for the design, implementation, compliance monitoring, and continuous improvement of evergreen workplace safety and physical security services to address credible threats to firm personnel, information, and assets in that geographical location

As a subject matter expert, assess strengths and weaknesses of the existing physical security program and provide a reasonable set of recommendations in the areas of people, process, infrastructure, and technology to the Office Managing Partner and security points of contact to address threats and actions to reduce vulnerabilities; perform offerings for Real Estate Services as requested ​Support offices in adherence to the safety management program in conjunction with Firm Safety and Security Resiliency Services;

serve as the primary point of consultation for KPMG leased or owned workplaces in the maintenance of their respective multiyear site-based action plan addressing applicable regulatory/legal requirements within a consistent framework

Provide periodic briefings and training sessions for leadership, personnel, or security practitioners, with detailed coverage of security awareness topics specific to the workplace or adjacent community​Remain abreast of other Enterprise Security Services (ESS) and Firm Safety and Security Services (FSS) process owners to promptly refer site threshold concerns to the respective investigation, insider risk or other security subject matter experts for timely support or consultation;

stay aware of state and other local law enforcement resources to readily assist locations with concerns where the local site has limited liaison or requires support in escalating liaison or developing said relationships for the furtherance of the site security program

Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment

Qualifications:

Minimum eight years of recent experience in a public or private sector security organization with specialized training in corporate security physical security programs​Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required

Leadership experience in developing, implementing, and managing security programs; must be a strategic thinker capable of handling multiple, concurrent situations and investigations

Outstanding verbal/written communication, collaboration, negotiation, and influencing skills to lead an environment driven by customer service and teamwork; capability to direct, motivate and empower others to work towards the organization's goals, ensuring efficient allocation of resources across multiple functions; ability to successfully execute strategic initiatives for the organization ​Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship…