Corporate Security Manager, US & CAN

Inside the Role

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

What You Drive at DTNA

• Develop and Implement Security Policies: Create and enforce security policies, procedures, and protocols that align with industry best practices, global standards, and legal requirements. This includes consulting with CEOs, Plant Managers, and other executives to ensure successful implementation.
• Manage Security Personnel: Recruit, train, and supervise a team of security personnel and contractors across all locations. Lead, motivate, and develop employees through target agreements and performance evaluations.
• Oversee Security Operations: Manage security systems, conduct investigations, and respond to emergencies to ensure the safety of all facilities. Ensure the implementation of an efficient and professional Security Operations Center to support the North America region on a 24/7/365 basis.
• Coordinate with Departments and External Partners: Work with HR, IT, and other departments, as well as local law enforcement and emergency services, to integrate security measures into overall operations. Develop a strong working relationship/network both internally and externally with relevant entities and authorities.
• Conduct Risk Assessments: Identify, assess, and manage security risks to the organization, developing security concepts to mitigate risks. Ensure that new developments and trends in the field of security are considered in strategies and concepts.
• Provide Security Guidance: Offer security-related advice and guidance to senior management and other stakeholders. Foster the shared responsibility for security at all levels.
• Crisis Management: Develop and implement crisis management and emergency response plans. Direct and oversee investigations as needed.
• Corporate Security Strategy: Execute the Daimler Truck global security strategy and develop/implement the DTNA security strategy.
• Member of the Corporate Security Executive Committee: Contribute to the development of security concepts for the global organization.
• Security Budget Management/Reporting: Support capital and other ad-hoc security projects as required. Establish a robust reporting and communication process to work with relevant business entities on all aspects relevant to the security of the business, people, and assets.
• Security Expert: Provide guidance related to company location security, investigations, assignee/travel security, emergency/disaster preparedness, crisis management, and other special projects including security coordination and support of other event activities;
• Regional Security Officer for North America: Lead interface for global security team
• Travel up to 25%

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor's degree required
• 8 years of progressive management experience
• Management experience in the areas of corporate security or other comparable emergency response organizations (law-enforcement or non-law-enforcement)
• Experience in crisis management and project management
• Function as an effective, results driven contributor who requires minimal management oversight
• Competence in international employee leadership and management of "virtual/global" teams
• Experience working in a heavy manufacturing organization or related field
• Working knowledge in Security Concepts, Access Control / CCTV / Alarming Systems, Contract Security Services, Fire Prevention, Event Protection, Personnel & Executive Protection, Crisis/Incident Management/Emergency Response, Security Standards / Processes / Best Practices, Security Training, Budget & Financial Planning Process, Collective Bargaining Agreements and/or related field

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Degree in Homeland Security, Criminal Justice, or Business Management
• Security Certification (CPP, PSP, etc.)
• Fire Protections Certification (CFPS, etc.)
• International experience in security
• Experience working in a globally matrixed organization
• DTNA's Global Network knowledge
• Experience rolling out company wide training programs

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

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At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.