Director - Corporate Security (Hybrid)

Job Description
Sempra: Advancing a better future for all
At Sempra, we believe a better world begins with better energy, sowe'retackling the biggest energy challenges that face our industry.We'rea high-performing team, motivated to do our best anddeliver for approximately 40 million consumers across NorthAmerica. Consistently recognized for our long-standingcommitment to training, development and inclusion,we areacollaborative culture of diverse perspectives and experiences-innovating toward more sustainable, reliable and affordableenergy. From California to Texas to Mexico and to communitiesaround the world,we'rebuilding a better energy future foreveryone.
Primary Purpose
Senior physical security leader for the Sempra family of companies. Directs the development of an effective strategy to mitigate risk, maintain continuity of operations, and safeguard the organization. Directs the security staff in identifying, developing, implementing, and maintaining the security process across the organization to ensure regulatory compliance, to respond to incidents, and to limit exposure to liability. Contributes to the reduction of losses of proprietary information, physical, and human assets by analyzing the effectiveness of security protection programs and critical incident response, and by advising and recommending to senior management the adoption of appropriate policies and control measures. Analyzes and deploys technology solutions and innovative security management techniques to safeguard personnel and organizational assets.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Administers the physical security functions of the company by directing domestic and international staff in criminal and administrative investigations, security and vulnerability assessments of facilities, and the design of new security systems. Manages and leads the workplace violence prevention and training program. Provides security-related advice and expertise to supervisors/managers, directors, attorneys, and officers of the company involving situations related to criminal and administrative matters.
• Monitors and assesses security threats which may impact company operations. Provides intelligence and investigation resources domestically and internationally and communicates this information to appropriate operating companies in a timely manner. Develops and implements organization-wide security awareness and training programs as appropriate for the business and the culture of the organization.
• Oversees development of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with physical and cyber security regulations promulgated by DHS, DOE, FERC, NERC, WECC, and CPUC. Interfaces with all Sempra operating companies in the planning, construction, and remodeling to ensure security concerns and regulations are addressed.
• Oversees a wide network of security vendors who safeguard the company's assets as well as the physical safety of employees and visitors. These include enterprise-wide guard services and security technical services contracts.
• Develops and maintains relationships with high level law enforcement and international counterparts, to include in-country security agencies, intelligence, and private sector working groups. Works with outside consultants on independent security audits.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Qualifications
Education

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration, business, related field, or equivalent training and/or experience, required.
• Master's degree in criminal justice, public administration, business, or relevant area of study, preferred.

Experience

• 10+ years managerial experience with a major law enforcement, intelligence, public or private sector organization, including some foreign assignment and security supervisory experience, required.
• 5+ years business operations experience, required.

Skills and Abilities

• Expert knowledge of criminal law, rules of evidence, search and seizure, and criminal prosecution.
• Substantial knowledge of the operation and capabilities of intrusion detection systems, access control systems, video surveillance camera systems, visual monitoring equipment, locking devices, safes, and other electronic systems and anti-crime devices.
• Substantial knowledge of specialized equipment associated with investigative methods.
• Substantial knowledge of civil law, and personnel/labor law sufficient to properly direct the activities of the security staff.
• Working knowledge of concepts involving psychology and human behavior.
• Working knowledge of technical security countermeasures and electronic counter-surveillance.

Licenses and Certifications

• Professional certification: Certified Protection Professional (CPP), FBI National Academy graduate, preferred.
• Valid California driver's License, required.
• Must have or be able to obtain a DHS Trusted Traveler program (SENTRI or Global Entry), required.
• Other professional certifications (CPR/First Aid/AED, LEFR, TCCC), preferred.

Other Qualifications

• Bilingual (English/Spanish), including both written and verbal business professional skills, preferred.
• Must reside in Southern California or be willing to relocate upon hire.
• We offer a hybrid work environment. Although the schedule may vary, typically this will allow you to work from the office three days per week and work remotely on the remaining workdays.

Total Rewards Philosophy
Note: Sempra strives to ensure that employees are paid equitably and competitively. Starting salaries may vary based on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, and education.
Sempra offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond base salary. This position is eligible for an annual performance-based incentive (bonus) as well as long-term incentive plans and other merit-based recognition. Company benefits include health and welfare (medical, dental, vision), employer contributions to retirement benefits, life insurance, paid time off, as well as other company offerings such as tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and employee assistance programs.