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Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
Job Description:
In your role as Deputy Director of Global Physical Security Operations, your primary mission is to spearhead the development and oversight of a robust security infrastructure and guard force operations. Reporting to the Director of Global Corporate Security, you will play a pivotal role in crafting and refining a security framework that meets our global needs. This includes the strategic enhancement of guard force management, access control, surveillance, and emergency protocols, ensuring comprehensive protection for our employees, facilities, and assets worldwide, while advancing our company's overarching mission and strategic goals.
Your Role:
As the Deputy Director of Global Physical Security Operations, you will lead efforts with key internal and external stakeholders, ensuring a cohesive security strategy across all facets of the organization. Collaborating closely with departments such as Human Resources, Legal, Risk Management, Communications, and Facilities, you will be the cornerstone in the development of the Global Physical Security Program. Your role is critical in devising sophisticated protection strategies, overseeing comprehensive crisis management protocols, and directing robust security training initiatives to ensure the safety and security of our global operations and partners.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the establishment and management of a comprehensive in-house guard force, ensuring its seamless integration into the global physical security strategy.
- Oversee the entire spectrum of global physical security operations, prioritizing the safety of personnel, assets, and facilities in every region.
- Advance global emergency preparedness and crisis management in collaboration with Anduril's Crisis and Emergency Management program.
- Craft and implement innovative security policies and procedures to continuously address the evolving global threat landscape.
- Ensure the effective use and enhancement of security systems and technology in partnership with the Global Security Systems and Infrastructure team.
- Perform global risk assessments to develop and execute strategies that proactively mitigate security risks.
- Maintain and update security plans and SOPs to uphold uniform security standards across all operations.
- Allocate and manage security resources for global corporate events, working with relevant teams to provide comprehensive security coverage.
- Direct the selection and management of security personnel and consultants internationally, aligning with our global security objectives.
- Lead global incident management and crisis response efforts in coordination with the Global Security Operations Center.
- Drive the enhancement of physical security infrastructure through the adoption of advanced technologies and best practices.
- Administer and optimize global security budgets for maximum efficiency and effectiveness.
- Implement a standardized global visitor management system to support secure access control.
- Stay ahead of global security trends to ensure our strategies and operations remain proactive and responsive.
- Support and implement the strategic direction and operational execution of global security physical operations to ensure the safety of personnel, assets, and facilities.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of progressive security experience, preferably within a multi-national corporation.
- Hands-on, strategic, capable of guiding teams, influencing, and inspiring staff, with strong knowledge of corporate security protocols.
- Demonstrated ability in incident/crisis management and relationship-building at all organizational levels.
- Travel requirement: Approximately 20%.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior law enforcement or military police experience is a plus, but not required
- At least 5 years of experience in people management and leading teams or projects, with the ability to manage resources effectively.
- Proficiency in security systems and Microsoft Office applications; security certifications (CPP, PSP) are advantageous.
- Organizational, analytical, problem-solving, strong written and verbal communication, consensus-building, self-motivated.
- Integrity, compliance, and confidentiality are paramount.
US Salary Range
$142,500—$213,000 USD
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:
- Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer top tier platinum coverage (medical, dental, vision) that are 100% covered by Anduril for you and 90% covered for your dependents.
- For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.
- For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
- Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
- Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
- 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
- Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
- Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
- A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
- Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
- Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
- Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
- 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)
The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.
Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you!
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