Senior Director, Corporate Security

Acosta

. Establish and lead the enterprise Corporate Security governance framework .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeJacksonville • Florida • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and leading corporate security governance frameworks, including policy creation, risk management, and incident response. Proficient in establishing security metrics and executive reporting while coordinating with cross-functional teams to enhance organizational security posture.

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Corporate Security GovernanceSecurity Policy DevelopmentRisk Management CoordinationCrisis Management PreparednessProfessional Security Certification

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Hard Skills

Security Policy DevelopmentRisk AssessmentIncident ManagementThreat AssessmentSecurity Metrics EstablishmentExecutive ReportingInvestigative TechniquesAccess Control StandardsCrisis ManagementProgram Roadmap Development

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsDecision-MakingCollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Security DashboardsSurveillance SystemsAccess Control TechnologiesIncident Reporting ToolsCrisis Management Software

Certifications & Qualifications

CPPPSPPCI

Industry Keywords

Corporate SecurityWorkplace Violence PreventionThreat Assessment TeamSecurity GovernanceInternational Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish and lead the enterprise Corporate Security governance framework
Develop enterprise security policies, standards, procedures, and minimum-security requirements
Coordinate security risks across business units, functions, and locations
Establish accountability, escalation protocols, and decision-making processes for significant security matters
Partner with Legal, Human Resources, Risk Management, IT, Real Estate/Facilities, and Business Operations
Provide executives with visibility into material security risks, trends, incidents, and program performance
Establish security metrics, KPIs, dashboards, and executive reporting
Lead workplace violence prevention and Safe Workplace initiatives
Establish and coordinate the enterprise Threat Assessment Team
Develop threat reporting, assessment, escalation, intervention, and case-management protocols
Support crisis-management governance, preparedness, exercises, after-action reviews, and continuous improvement
Coordinate responses to significant security incidents and emerging threats
Establish physical security standards and govern access control, badging, surveillance, visitor management, alarms, and related technologies
Develop executive protection, travel security, international security, and event security governance
Conduct or coordinate sensitive, complex, or significant investigations involving security matters, fraud, criminal activity, and employee misconduct
Develop security awareness, reporting, escalation, and response protocols for associates
Develop and manage the Corporate Security operating budget
Evaluate and manage security vendors, consultants, technology providers, and specialized resources
Develop a phased Corporate Security program roadmap and assess future staffing needs
Lead strategically while remaining hands-on in program building, incident management, investigations, threat assessment, and practical security problem-solving

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree preferred
Professional security certification such as CPP, PSP, PCI, or equivalent credentials valued
Corporate, government, military, law-enforcement, intelligence, or other relevant professional security background
Experience supporting distributed and/or international business operations
Strong written, verbal, presentation, and executive communication skills
Demonstrated ability to translate security risks into practical business recommendations
Ability to sit for extended periods, typically 6+ hours per day
Ability to use a computer, including keyboard and mouse, for prolonged periods
Ability to lift and carry light items, typically 20+ pounds
Ability to reach, bend, or stoop occasionally
Ability to maintain focus and attention for long periods of desk-based work
Ability to follow clear directions
Ability to perform repetitive motions consistently throughout the day
Must be able to work in the United States, as Acosta Group utilizes E-Verify to validate work authorization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer with reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities
Flexible scheduling options for many field roles
Work-life balance emphasis