Medtronic · 9 hours ago
Senior Director of Global Security
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States of America
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$192K/yr - $288K/yr
15+ years expMedtronic is a leader in global healthcare technology, dedicated to addressing challenging health problems. The Senior Director of Global Security will be responsible for leading the enterprise-wide strategy to safeguard Medtronic’s global footprint, overseeing physical security operations, and managing crisis management and risk intelligence initiatives.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsMedical Device
Responsibilities
Lead the global physical security strategy across all regions and business units, ensuring alignment with enterprise risk management and business continuity
Oversee physical security operations for all Medtronic facilities, including manufacturing, R&D, distribution, and corporate offices with close coordination with Facilities
Direct the Executive Protection Program for the CEO, Executive Committee, and Board of Directors, including travel and residential security
Lead the travel security program to ensure the safety of all Medtronic travelers and compliance with ISO travel security standards
Manage the global crisis management program including, incident management, and threat assessment, partnering with Legal, HR, IT, Communications, Cyber Security, and Government Affairs
Develop and lead a high-performing global security team, including regional leaders and third-party partners
Lead the Risk Intelligence Center (RIC) to provide 24/7 monitoring, incident response, and situational awareness across the enterprise
Oversee global threat intelligence and response, integrating open-source, commercial, and government intelligence to proactively identify and mitigate risks
Develop and manage a geopolitical risk intelligence program, providing strategic insights to inform executive decision-making and protect global operations
Drive enterprise-wide risk intelligence initiatives, ensuring timely dissemination of actionable intelligence to key stakeholders
Implement and maintain security technologies, including access control, surveillance, and threat detection systems
Lead internal security investigations related to workplace violence, theft, fraud, loss prevention, and other incidents impacting personnel or assets
Collaborate with HR, Legal, and Compliance to ensure investigations are conducted ethically, thoroughly, and in accordance with global standards
Engage with global law enforcement and intelligence agencies to monitor and respond to emerging threats
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, International Relations, or related field
15+ years of progressive leadership experience in corporate security, law enforcement, military, or intelligence; with a minimum of 10 years of managerial experience. Or an advanced degree and 13+ years of progressive leadership experience in corporate security, law enforcement, military, or intelligence; with a minimum of 10 years of managerial experience
Proven success leading large teams (20+) in a multinational organization
Experience with executive protection, crisis management, and enterprise risk mitigation
Fluent English language skills – written and spoken; any additional language is a plus
Must maintain a current and valid Passport, with availability to travel up to 30% annually
Preferred
Master's degree or MBA
Professional certifications such as CPP, PSP, CFE or equivalent
Experience in the healthcare, life sciences, or manufacturing sectors
Familiarity with global regulatory and compliance frameworks
Experience building and leading GSOCs and intelligence programs
Benefits
Health, Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long-term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps (global well-being program)
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
Short-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)
Company
Medtronic
Medtronic is a healthcare technology company that designs and develops AI-based products and solutions for the medical industry.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$18.16BKey Investors
NHS EnglandBlackstone Life SciencesTrade Capital Funding
2025-09-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.76B
2024-05-29Post Ipo Debt· $3.24B
2023-03-23Post Ipo Debt· $2B
Leadership Team
Geoffrey Martha
CEO and Chairman Of The Board Of Directors
Linnea Burman
SVP & President, Neurovascular
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