Chief Security Officer

Chief Security Officer

Location: Buffalo, New York

Duration: Full Time

Job Description

To qualify for the Chief Security Officer role, here is what we would expect you to bring to our company…

• A bachelor's degree in security management, engineering, business administration, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Over 15 years of progressively responsible security leadership experience, ideally in aerospace, defense or advanced manufacturing.
• Certifications: PSP, CPP, or equivalent credentials highly desirable.
• Experience with global regulatory frameworks.
• Eligibility for high-level security clearance.
• Must be willing to travel up to 25%.
• Must live local to the Buffalo, NY area to work onsite.

Responsibilities

• Build the Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) team, including regional security heads and external vendor partners.
• Oversee the maturation of crisis management, incident response, and resiliency planning. Ensure robust incident command structures, training, and documentation for a wide range of global emergency scenarios.
• Promote a culture of safety, security awareness, and regulatory compliance throughout the organization. Lead change management initiatives to embed security culture across global operations.
• Utilize advanced analytics and threat intelligence to inform strategic decisions and resource allocation.
• Translate Global Security strategy into actionable, comprehensive security procedures covering physical, executive, travel, personnel, and operational security aligned with company objectives.
• Proactively collaborate with Facilities and Real Estate teams on global facility expansions, renovations, and buildouts, advising on security requirements and driving implementation of recommendations.
• Lead security assessment and mitigation initiatives and standardize site security measures (access control, CCTV, guard forces, etc.) across the company's global footprint.
• Lead investigations and serve as the senior liaison with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies where required for localized or regional incidents.

How We Care for You

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program.
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs
• Diverse and Inclusive Workplace: Employee Resource Groups, cultural events, and celebrations.