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Global Sr. Physical Security Manager
About AMD
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Position Summary
The Global Sr. Physical Security Manager is responsible for defining and executing AMD’s global physical security expectations. This role ensures the protection of employees, facilities, intellectual property, and high-value assets across all regions. The position leads global security operations, emergency response, GSOC development, and secure logistics programs while driving standardization, performance metrics, and continuous improvement. This role reports to the Global Director of Physical Security.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and execute AMD’s global physical security expectations aligned with enterprise risk and business objectives.
- Oversee global security operations across offices, labs, and manufacturing environments, ensuring consistent standards.
- Lead crisis management and emergency response programs, including incident command and after-action improvements.
- Drive development and maturity of AMD’s Global Security Operations Center (GSOC), including monitoring and intelligence capabilities.
- Oversee secure movement of high-value products, prototypes, and sensitive materials across the supply chain.
- Lead global risk assessments, threat analysis, and mitigation planning for facilities and operations.
- Develop and implement security training programs to strengthen awareness and culture across AMD.
- Establish and maintain global SOPs and security standards for internal teams and contracted personnel.
- Define and manage KPIs/SLAs for security vendors; conduct audits and drive performance improvements.
- Lead, mentor, and develop Regional Security Managers and build a high-performing global team.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, HR, IT, Facilities, and Supply Chain.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Security, Business, or related field.
- 10–15+ years of progressive experience in physical security with global or multi-regional scope.
- Proven leadership of enterprise security programs, GSOC operations, and crisis management.
- Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies and modern security technologies.
- Experience managing third-party vendors and performance metrics.
- Demonstrated success leading distributed teams in complex environments.
Skills & Competencies
- Strategic and enterprise-level thinking
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving
- Executive communication and stakeholder influence
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced global environment
- Data-driven mindset focused on metrics and continuous improvement
- High integrity, professionalism, and discretion
Preferred Qualifications
- CPP, PSP, CISSP, CISM, or similar certifications
- Experience in semiconductor, technology, or manufacturing environments
- Familiarity with global compliance and regulatory standards
AMD is an Equal Opportunity Employer
AMD is committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Location: Santa Clara or San Jose, CA, onsite
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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