Director – Global Security & Emergency Response bei Olin

Position: Director – Global Security & Emergency Response
Location: Houston, TX

Relocation Available

The Director - Global Security and Emergency Response, is responsible for all security related matters including operations, protection of tangible and intangible assets, and crisis response for Olin’s corporate organization, Chemicals and Winchester. This position will identify, monitor, address and respond to enterprise level risk/threats while developing and delivering preventative programs and services to protect enterprise personnel and assets.

The Director is responsible for developing and implementing Global Security and Emergency Preparedness/Emergency Response Management Systems to ensure that all Olin facilities (Corporate, Chemicals, & Winchester) meet regulatory requirements and have a robust process that enables effective preparedness and response to emergencies and security situations.

Director – Global Security and Emergency Response Key Responsibilities

• Lead global security strategy, policies, and emergency response systems.
• Oversee crisis management, executive protection, travel security, and business continuity.
• Conduct enterprise risk assessments and security audits.
• Manage physical security, workplace violence prevention, and site-level emergency planning.
• Serve as liaison with regulatory agencies and industry groups to influence policy and ensure compliance (DHS, USCG, MTSA, DOT, etc.).
• Support international and high-risk traveler programs.
• Coordinate emergency drills, training, and crisis team activation.
• Collaborate with Cybersecurity, HR, EHS, and site leaders to strengthen preparedness and response.

Director – Global Security and Emergency Response Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree* in criminal justice, engineering, business, EHS&S discipline or related field of study
• 15 years’ experience in law enforcement; FBI or secret service strongly preferred; experience in conducting criminal investigations preferred
• Proven leadership in global security and emergency response.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks and risk management.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% internationally and domestically.
• Experience with a focus on developing and implementing global security policies and management systems
• Experience applying security and emergency response protocols in chemical manufacturing operations strongly preferred
• Active US Government TOP SECRET SCI LEVEL CLEARANCE to participate in information sharing with the FBI and other Federal Agencies.
• Existing knowledge of current security and Emergency response/preparedness regulations (EPA/OSHA, DHS, USCG, DOT, CTPAT)
• Experience in conducting security vulnerability assessments utilizing CCPS and Sandia methodology.
• CTM (Certified Threat Manager) or CPP (Certified Protection Professional) credentials a plus
• Must be able to work extended hours, weekends as needed, especially when security or crisis situations arise requiring immediate attention and intervention
• Ability to effectively interact and communicate with technical staff, business leaders, and corporate functions; experience interacting with representatives from regulatory agencies preferred
• Must be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, analytical thinking skills, interpersonal skills, initiative, teamwork and team leadership, quality orientation, and attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively coach internal staff and work with outside groups and agencies. Must be able to influence and motivate others to quickly achieve results.
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC and possess a valid US Driver's license

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*Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.  

*Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship.  We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States.  Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.