Regional Security Manager Americas

SPREAD ENTHUSIASM. SHAPE THE FUTURE.

SHARE YOUR PASSION.

Knowing the destination isn't enough: you need to know how to get there. Build up your own networks, exploit new ideas, consistently take the initiative. Inspire other people with your enthusiasm. That's the only way to give ideas the power that allows them to become true innovations.

As an independent group of companies, the BMW Group has a commitment to creativity and breakthrough ideas that goes well beyond the racetrack. In order to continuously create ultimate driving machines, we drive our growth and design excellence by staffing our teams with individuals who are innovative and always looking for the next great idea. If you share our vision and view yourself as an independent, creative thinker, we invite you to join our team in this exceptional role located in Woodcliff Lake, NJ or Spartanburg, SC.

WHAT AWAITS YOU.

• Ensure an appropriate level of security for associates, properties, other assets, and information in the region. 
• Plan, organize, implement and control, security processes and measures in the region in accordance with group security requirements, regulations, and legal and regulatory requirements.
• Responsible for ongoing monitoring and assessment of the security situation in the region, management of regional risks, incidents, and crises in line with core Group security requirements.
• Leverage extensive network within security authorities and industry peers to focus on the respective regional geographical perimeter and implied areas of jurisdiction.
• Apply demonstrable experience in risk management methodology, collaborate with subject matter experts in cyber security and information protection, and manage the steering and contract of third-party security providers.
• Regular international travel, mainly across the America’s (Canada, USA, Mexico, Brazil, and Argentina) region. 

WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree, preferably in security management, geo-politics, geo-sciences, or similar.
• 10+ years’ experience in security, crisis, or other risk management disciplines.
• Minimum of 3 - 5 years of work experience within the armed forces, law enforcement, or other governmental security services.
• Proven experience as a disciplinary leader.
• Currently active or recent national US Security Clearance Level 3 or above.
• Profound Network within security authorities and industry peers. 
• Good understanding of corporate security models, corporate security setup and how to manage a corporate security organization with a focus on the security business intelligence and operational security risk management cycle. 
• Excellent communication skills with a highly diverse group of stakeholders across intercultural boundaries and language barriers; preferably resulting from work abroad and/or in an intercultural environment.
• Thorough command of the English language; additional language skills e.g. Spanish or German are desirable.

WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with Company match and Retirement Income Account
• Employee vehicle program
• Bonus eligibility
• Paid Parental Leave 
• Generous PTO and Company paid holidays
• Voluntary Benefits to fit your needs

Relocation is available for this position. This is a hybrid role that requires regular attendance in the office.

The expected salary range for this position in Woodcliff Lake, NJ is: $157,800.00 – $291,900.00. The expected salary range for this position in Spartanburg, SC is: $137,200.00 – $253,800.00.

If this role interests you but the posted range doesn’t meet your expectations, don’t let that stop you from applying. What is advertised reflects only the typical base compensation if entering this position.

The selected candidate’s education, skills, experience, and location will be used to determine the final salary offer. All pay ranges are based on a full-time work schedule. This statement is in accordance with state and local pay disclosure requirements.

Even more so than the generous compensation and benefits, the culture and values of BMW of North America makes it the ultimate working environment. These values are Responsibility, Appreciation, Transparency, Trust, and Openness. We allow these values to guide the way we conduct ourselves and our business.

At BMW, we are driven by diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are welcoming of all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.