Applied Materials · 2 months ago
Regional Physical Security Solutions Manager
Santa Clara,CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$116K/yr - $160K/yr
8+ years expApplied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. They are seeking a Regional Physical Security Solutions Manager to oversee physical security technology projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and compliance with security standards. The role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to design and implement security solutions that protect critical assets and personnel.
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Responsibilities
Partner with regional business units, facilities, and security operations to understand operational needs and risk profiles, and outline tailored physical security technology solutions to address security vulnerabilities and protect critical IP, personnel, and assets
Serve as the strategic SME and advisor for physical security technology across the regional business operations, aligning solutions with business priorities, standards, and site tiering models
Lead cross-functional collaboration with regional Security Operations, local (PSSM) project management team, GIS/IT, LCO (legal), and GWI/Facilities to ensure cohesive and scalable security technology deployments
Partner with external stakeholders like security technology vendors, strategic security integrators, and A&E firms during the scoping, design, and budgeting phase
Support strategic high-value greenfield projects to ensure security solutions meet business and critical IP security requirements
Review physical security system designs for regional projects, ensuring compliance with Applied’s Global Security Design and Scoping Standards
Engage with architects, consultants, and IT/PSSM team during the design phase to ensure robust, scalable, and standards-compliant physical security solutions
Ensure designs reflect site tiering and incorporate additional controls for high-risk or high-value locations
Ensuring assessments are conducted by the regional security operations team every three years per policy and provide any support needed
Use the Security Systems Design platform (e.g., SiteOwl), ensuring consistent use across Security Operations, PSSM, and integrators for design and lifecycle tracking
Collaborate with PSSM to ensure timely upgrades and lifecycle management of existing security systems
Support GSO site security audits regionally, identifying gaps in physical security systems and working with stakeholders from security operations and PSSM to remediate findings
Ensure all implemented systems meet regulatory, corporate, and industry standards for physical security and data protection
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
8–12+ years of progressive experience in physical security and security technology, including systems design, integration, and lifecycle management in complex, high-tech, or manufacturing environments
Proven track record in designing, scoping, and implementing enterprise-level physical security systems, including IP-based video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection, and advanced analytics
Hands-on experience with leading platforms such as C•CURE and Avigilon, and familiarity with emerging technologies like AI-driven analytics, robotics, and security automation
Demonstrated ability to develop and enforce global security standards, conduct risk assessments, and manage compliance programs
Experience in vendor and integrator management, contract negotiations, and large-scale project delivery across multiple regions
Customer focused with deep technical expertise in physical security systems (ACS, VMS, IDS) and advanced security technologies
Strong business and physical security acumen to align security solutions with organizational objectives and risk profiles
Exceptional stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration skills, including working with IT, Facilities, and external partners
Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess threats and design scalable, standards-compliant solutions
Project and program management proficiency, including budgeting, scheduling, and governance
Excellent communication and presentation skills for senior management-level reporting and influencing
High level of proficiency in Microsoft Suite, ServiceNow, Smartsheet, and security design tools (e.g., SiteOwl, Avigilon, Axis, IPVM, CAD, etc.)
Ability to travel regionally up to 30%-40%, when needed
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Professional certifications such as ASIS CPP, PSP, or relevant security technology user level certifications (e.g., C•CURE, Avigilon) strongly preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Participation in a bonus and a stock award program
Company
Applied Materials
Applied Materials is a semiconductor and display equipment company that offers materials engineering solutions.
10001+ employees
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$2.1BKey Investors
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2025-02-24Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2023-06-27Post Ipo Equity· $0.38M
2022-10-19Grant· $100M
Leadership Team
Omkaram Nalamasu
Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer
Tony Chiang, Ph.D
VP, CTO Applied AI
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