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The physical security operations team is the primary interface with all clients and ensures that client needs and expectations are met with high quality, industry standard programs and services. Oracle is now looking for a senior security professional to join our team. Oracle utilizes internal owned data center locations and third-party external data centers managed by co-location service providers.
This position will be responsible for the leadership and development of teams, products and services within the Global Physical Security (GPS) operations line of business, with specialized functional expertise in the area of hyperscale data center operational security, guard force management, crisis management programs, risk assessments, incident response and investigations. The qualified candidate will report directly to the Senior Director, Global Security Operations.
This is an on-site role in Shackelford, TX location.
Provide operational direction and oversight so that the GPS strategic initiatives in relation to the data center operational security program are implemented consistently. These include, but not limited to:
- Provide direction and hands on management of physical security.
- Manage the capital and operational budgets related to security services and programs.
- Incident response and investigation.
- Crisis response specific to GPS and core member of the Crisis Management Team.
- Project Management Team member for new data center builds, conversions and restructuring in respect of security design and regime operation.
- Develop and implement business plans to ensure continued optimal performance and excellent customer service throughout the region.
- Manage partner/vendor relations within the assigned region including security guard force management at hyperscale DCs.
- Work in close liaison with the Global Security Operations Centers (GSOC), Security Systems, Risk & Investigations, Events, Crisis Management and Executive Protection teams.
- Liaison with internal Oracle partners to achieve objectives, develop new programs and leverage resources for program and service delivery.
- Liaison with external industry resources (e.g. law enforcement, military, emergency responders, industry peers & associations, etc.)
- Partnership with Oracle Lines of Business and external audit regulatory bodies to ensure physical security compliance with diverse auditory requirements including but not limited to ISO, SOC1 &2, NIST, FedRamp, HIPPA and PCI. Customer Service-providing quality advice to Oracle employees on all aspects of Physical Security as it applies to data center security.
Working with 3 rd party security service providers maintains oversight for the recruitment, selection, orientation, training, development, and retention of high caliber security guard force staff.
Maintains recognized industry standard physical security best practices by ensuring a positive, professional environment in full compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; ensures that staff members understand and comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
Prepare and manage the hyperscale data center security operations program budget.
Performs additional functions as directed by the Senior Director, Global Security Operations as necessary to achieve assigned business objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 15 years of industrial security experience, combined with a minimum of 7 years of senior management and leadership experience, ideally within a physical security/data center operational environment.
- Strong understanding of industry-specific legislations and compliance requirements as they apply to physical security operations in general and specific to data center security.
- Experience of crisis management as it relates to physical security at the corporate level.
- A working knowledge of various security technology resources including access control and video systems. Proficient with all basic Microsoft computer software programs and communications techniques.
- Ability to communicate and articulate with a high level of proficiency in both the written and verbal format at all levels up to and including Corporate Executive leadership. Adept at customer service skills.
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY, IMPACT OF DECISIONS AND DEGREE OF SUPERVISION:
- The Director, Hyperscale Data Center Security Operations' scope of responsibility will be Campus in nature but may grow to include other regions as the Oracle Hyperscale DC program expands. Decision impact is high, and the degree of direct supervision is minimal. This is a director-level position with a high degree of responsibility and operational impact on the business function. The qualified candidate will report directly to the GPS Senior Director of Global Security Operations.
PROCESSES AND METHODOLOGY USED TO PERFORM JOB:
This position will develop operational strategy, lead collaborative teams and resources to successful performance. Conduct analysis of business needs and identify programs & services required to meet those needs.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- Ability to show experience in above required essential functions is mandatory.
- BS/BA Degree desirable but not mandatory. Industry certifications are preferred, but not required.
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The physical security operations team is the primary interface with all clients and ensures that client needs and expectations are met with high quality, industry standard programs and services. Oracle is now looking for a senior security professional to join our team. Oracle utilizes internal owned data center locations and third-party external data centers managed by co-location service providers.
This position will be responsible for the leadership and development of teams, products and services within the Global Physical Security (GPS) operations line of business, with specialized functional expertise in the area of hyperscale data center operational security, guard force management, crisis management programs, risk assessments, incident response and investigations. The qualified candidate will report directly to the Senior Director, Global Security Operations.
This is an on-site role in Shackelford, TX location.
Provide operational direction and oversight so that the GPS strategic initiatives in relation to the data center operational security program are implemented consistently. These include, but not limited to:
- Provide direction and hands on management of physical security.
- Manage the capital and operational budgets related to security services and programs.
- Incident response and investigation.
- Crisis response specific to GPS and core member of the Crisis Management Team.
- Project Management Team member for new data center builds, conversions and restructuring in respect of security design and regime operation.
- Develop and implement business plans to ensure continued optimal performance and excellent customer service throughout the region.
- Manage partner/vendor relations within the assigned region including security guard force management at hyperscale DCs.
- Work in close liaison with the Global Security Operations Centers (GSOC), Security Systems, Risk & Investigations, Events, Crisis Management and Executive Protection teams.
- Liaison with internal Oracle partners to achieve objectives, develop new programs and leverage resources for program and service delivery.
- Liaison with external industry resources (e.g. law enforcement, military, emergency responders, industry peers & associations, etc.)
- Partnership with Oracle Lines of Business and external audit regulatory bodies to ensure physical security compliance with diverse auditory requirements including but not limited to ISO, SOC1 &2, NIST, FedRamp, HIPPA and PCI. Customer Service-providing quality advice to Oracle employees on all aspects of Physical Security as it applies to data center security.
Working with 3 rd party security service providers maintains oversight for the recruitment, selection, orientation, training, development, and retention of high caliber security guard force staff.
Maintains recognized industry standard physical security best practices by ensuring a positive, professional environment in full compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; ensures that staff members understand and comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
Prepare and manage the hyperscale data center security operations program budget.
Performs additional functions as directed by the Senior Director, Global Security Operations as necessary to achieve assigned business objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 15 years of industrial security experience, combined with a minimum of 7 years of senior management and leadership experience, ideally within a physical security/data center operational environment.
- Strong understanding of industry-specific legislations and compliance requirements as they apply to physical security operations in general and specific to data center security.
- Experience of crisis management as it relates to physical security at the corporate level.
- A working knowledge of various security technology resources including access control and video systems. Proficient with all basic Microsoft computer software programs and communications techniques.
- Ability to communicate and articulate with a high level of proficiency in both the written and verbal format at all levels up to and including Corporate Executive leadership. Adept at customer service skills.
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY, IMPACT OF DECISIONS AND DEGREE OF SUPERVISION:
- The Director, Hyperscale Data Center Security Operations' scope of responsibility will be Campus in nature but may grow to include other regions as the Oracle Hyperscale DC program expands. Decision impact is high, and the degree of direct supervision is minimal. This is a director-level position with a high degree of responsibility and operational impact on the business function. The qualified candidate will report directly to the GPS Senior Director of Global Security Operations.
PROCESSES AND METHODOLOGY USED TO PERFORM JOB:
This position will develop operational strategy, lead collaborative teams and resources to successful performance. Conduct analysis of business needs and identify programs & services required to meet those needs.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- Ability to show experience in above required essential functions is mandatory.
- BS/BA Degree desirable but not mandatory. Industry certifications are preferred, but not required.
#LI-CG2
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of security jobs.
- Ten or more years of progressive security operations or law enforcement leadership experience
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP) designation from ASIS International
- Experience developing and implementing enterprise-wide physical security programs
- Proficiency with access control and video surveillance platforms such as Genetec or Lenel
- Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, security management, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional incident response and crisis communication
Tips for Your Director Of Security Job Search
Tailor your resume for each sector
A director of security resume for a hospital system should emphasize HIPAA compliance and emergency response protocols, while one targeting a tech campus should lead with physical access control systems and vendor management. Swap the order of your bullets to match the employer's industry.
Certify before you compete
Employers consistently filter for the CPP, PSP, or CISSP depending on whether the role skews physical or cyber. If you're missing the certification the posting lists first, prioritize it over applying broadly, hiring managers in this field rarely waive credential requirements.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists director of security openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Quantify risk reduction in your accomplishments
Generic security leadership bullets don't differentiate you. Reframe your achievements around measurable outcomes: incidents reduced, response times improved, audit findings closed, or budget saved through vendor renegotiation. Hiring panels for this role scrutinize impact, not activity.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Director of security interviews frequently include tabletop scenarios, an active threat on campus, a data center breach, or a workplace violence incident. Practice walking through your decision framework out loud, naming the stakeholders you'd notify and the sequence of your response.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay
Security director offers often include a vehicle allowance, mobile stipend, and on-call differential that aren't obvious in the job listing. Ask for the full compensation breakdown before you accept or counter so you're comparing the complete package across offers.
Director Of Security Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most director of securitys?
The companies hiring the most director of securitys right now include IDEA Public Schools, Marriott International, and Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Industries with the heaviest hiring volume tend to be healthcare systems, large hospitality groups, and corporate real estate portfolios.
How many director of security jobs are remote?
About 48% of director of security openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most physical security leadership roles. The sub-areas most likely to allow remote or hybrid arrangements are security policy development, vendor management, and cybersecurity program oversight, where on-site presence is less critical than it is for operations-heavy positions.
How do you become a director of security?
Most directors of security start in law enforcement, the military, or frontline security operations before moving into supervisory and then managerial roles. Earning an ASIS CPP certification and a bachelor's degree in security management or criminal justice strengthens your candidacy significantly. Building experience across physical security, emergency response, and budget management positions you to compete for director-level openings.
Can you get hired as a director of security without direct security management experience?
It's possible if your background demonstrates equivalent leadership and risk management depth. Military officers, police commanders, and emergency management professionals have successfully transitioned into director of security roles by emphasizing command experience, crisis decision-making, and team oversight. Pairing that background with a CPP certification and familiarity with commercial access control systems closes most gaps hiring managers will probe.
What does the director of security interview process look like?
Director of security interviews typically involve a phone screen with HR, a panel interview with the CHRO or COO and other senior stakeholders, and at least one scenario-based or tabletop exercise where you walk through your response to a threat or crisis. Some employers also require a background investigation, psychological evaluation, or a site walkthrough where you're asked to assess existing security posture and identify gaps.
Where can I find and apply to director of security jobs?
You can find and apply to director of security jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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