Security Manager – EMEA Region

About the role

The EMEA Security Manager provides regional leadership for Global Security, safeguarding people, assets, facilities and operations across multiple countries. The role partners with site leaders, corporate functions and external stakeholders to implement security strategies, manage risk and ensure compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and execute the Global Security strategy across EMEA, aligning with enterprise standards and regional risk profiles.
• Assess, mitigate and manage physical security risks to employees, facilities, assets and operations.
• Oversee incident management, investigations and crisis response, coordinating with local authorities and emergency services.
• Partner with Real Estate, Facilities Management, HR, Legal and Business leaders to embed security into site operations and projects.
• Manage third‑party security vendors, ensuring performance, compliance and cost control.
• Provide security guidance for executive protection, travel risk management and special events.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Risk Management, Business Administration or related field (required); Master’s degree preferred.
• 6‑8 years of progressive experience in corporate or enterprise security management with multi‑country responsibility.
• Proven experience in physical security programs, risk assessments and incident response in a complex organization.
• Strong knowledge of security regulations, standards and best practices across EMEA.
• Experience partnering with senior leaders and cross‑functional teams in an international environment.

Required skills

• Vendor and contract management.
• Incident management and crisis response planning.
• Executive protection and travel risk management awareness.
• Fluency in English; additional European languages (German or French) preferred.