Security Manager - Mobility

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Security Manager to lead physical security operations across one of our global regions: Americas, EMEA, or APAC. This role is responsible for protecting employees, facilities, and assets while ensuring security programs align with business objectives, regional risk profiles, and global standards.

The Security Manager serves as a trusted partner to business leaders, Facilities, HR, Legal, and IT teams, and plays a critical role in maintaining a safe, resilient, and secure work environment across diverse geographies.

This position requires strong operational leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to operate effectively in complex, fast‑changing environments.

This role requires 4 to 5 days work from our office in Centreville/Reston.

S&P Global has recently announced the intent to separate our Mobility Segment into a standalone public company. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/mobility.

Key Objectives

Develop and execute regional security strategies aligned with global security and risk management frameworks.
Identify, assess, and mitigate physical security risks to people, facilities, and operations.
Lead and manage regional security teams and vendors, ensuring consistent performance and compliance.
Ensure a high level of incident preparedness, emergency response, and crisis management.
Promote a strong culture of security awareness and safety across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Security Strategy & Operations

Implement and maintain regional security policies, standards, and procedures aligned with global requirements.
Oversee day‑to‑day physical security operations across offices, sites, and facilities within the assigned region.
Conduct regular security risk assessments, audits, and inspections to identify vulnerabilities and drive improvements.
Manage physical security systems including access control, CCTV, alarms, monitoring platforms, and guard services.
Ensure compliance with local laws, regulations, and regional security requirements.

Incident Management & Emergency Response

Lead investigations into security incidents, breaches, theft, workplace violence, or policy violations.
Develop, maintain, and test emergency response, crisis management, and business continuity plans.
Act as a regional escalation point during critical incidents and emergencies.
Coordinate response efforts with internal stakeholders and external emergency services.

Leadership & Vendor Management

Recruit, train, and manage regional security personnel and contracted guard forces.
Set clear expectations, performance metrics, and accountability for teams and vendors.
Manage relationships with security service providers, integrators, and consultants.
Ensure cost‑effective delivery of security services without compromising standards.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

Partner closely with Facilities, HR, Legal, IT, and Workplace teams to integrate security into business operations.
Support new site openings, office relocations, and workplace design projects.
Collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams on converged security initiatives where applicable.
Build strong relationships with law enforcement, emergency responders, and local authorities.

Training & Continuous Improvement

Deliver security awareness training and communication programs for employees.
Promote a proactive, risk‑aware security culture across the region.
Stay current on emerging threats, geopolitical risks, regulatory changes, and security technologies.
Recommend and implement enhancements to improve program maturity and effectiveness.

Regional Scope & Focus (Selected at Application)

Americas

Focus on multi‑site operations across North, Central, and South America.
Emphasis on workplace violence prevention, incident response, and vendor‑managed guard services.
Regular coordination with local and federal law enforcement agencies.

EMEA

Focus on operating in highly regulated and geopolitically diverse environments.
Emphasis on regulatory compliance, duty of care, and cross‑border coordination.
Experience working across Europe, Middle East, and/or Africa strongly preferred.

APAC

Focus on diverse risk environments, rapid growth, and operational scalability.
Emphasis on vendor management across multiple countries and cultures.
Experience supporting expansion, greenfield sites, or emerging markets preferred.

Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only): Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits that we provide to our employees, please click here.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Risk Management, or a related field.
7+ years of experience in corporate security, law enforcement, military, or related roles.
Experience managing multi‑site or regional security operations.
Strong knowledge of physical security systems, incident management, and investigations.
Proven ability to develop and implement security policies and procedures at scale.
Demonstrated leadership and people‑management skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
High integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information.
Willingness to travel regionally and respond during emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional certifications such as CPP, PSP, CSM, or equivalent.
Experience with emergency management, crisis response, and business continuity planning.
Familiarity with global regulatory environments and regional security risks.
Knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals and physical‑cyber convergence.
Experience supporting executive travel, special events, or elevated‑risk operations.

Right to Work Requirements:

This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

About S&P Global Mobility

At S&P Global Mobility, we provide invaluable insights derived from unmatched automotive data, enabling our customers to anticipate change and make decisions with conviction. Our expertise helps them to optimize their businesses, reach the right consumers, and shape the future of mobility. We open the door to automotive innovation, revealing the buying patterns of today and helping customers plan for the emerging technologies of tomorrow.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/mobility.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

Recruitment Fraud Alert:

If you receive an email from a spglobalind.com domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to reportfraud@spglobal.com. S&P Global never requires any candidate to pay money for job applications, interviews, offer letters, “pre-employment training” or for equipment/delivery of equipment. Stay informed and protect yourself from recruitment fraud by reviewing our guidelines, fraudulent domains, and how to report suspicious activity here.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.  US Candidates Only: Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal

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Details

Location

United States Virginia, USA

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

The Role

This position requires strong operational leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to operate effectively in complex, fast‑changing environments.

This role requires 4 to 5 days work from our office in Centreville/Reston.

S&P Global has recently announced the intent to separate our Mobility Segment into a standalone public company. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/mobility.

Key Objectives

Develop and execute regional security strategies aligned with global security and risk management frameworks.
Identify, assess, and mitigate physical security risks to people, facilities, and operations.
Lead and manage regional security teams and vendors, ensuring consistent performance and compliance.
Ensure a high level of incident preparedness, emergency response, and crisis management.
Promote a strong culture of security awareness and safety across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Security Strategy & Operations

Implement and maintain regional security policies, standards, and procedures aligned with global requirements.
Oversee day‑to‑day physical security operations across offices, sites, and facilities within the assigned region.
Conduct regular security risk assessments, audits, and inspections to identify vulnerabilities and drive improvements.
Manage physical security systems including access control, CCTV, alarms, monitoring platforms, and guard services.
Ensure compliance with local laws, regulations, and regional security requirements.

Incident Management & Emergency Response

Lead investigations into security incidents, breaches, theft, workplace violence, or policy violations.
Develop, maintain, and test emergency response, crisis management, and business continuity plans.
Act as a regional escalation point during critical incidents and emergencies.
Coordinate response efforts with internal stakeholders and external emergency services.

Leadership & Vendor Management

Recruit, train, and manage regional security personnel and contracted guard forces.
Set clear expectations, performance metrics, and accountability for teams and vendors.
Manage relationships with security service providers, integrators, and consultants.
Ensure cost‑effective delivery of security services without compromising standards.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

Partner closely with Facilities, HR, Legal, IT, and Workplace teams to integrate security into business operations.
Support new site openings, office relocations, and workplace design projects.
Collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams on converged security initiatives where applicable.
Build strong relationships with law enforcement, emergency responders, and local authorities.

Training & Continuous Improvement

Deliver security awareness training and communication programs for employees.
Promote a proactive, risk‑aware security culture across the region.
Stay current on emerging threats, geopolitical risks, regulatory changes, and security technologies.
Recommend and implement enhancements to improve program maturity and effectiveness.

Regional Scope & Focus (Selected at Application)

Americas

Focus on multi‑site operations across North, Central, and South America.
Emphasis on workplace violence prevention, incident response, and vendor‑managed guard services.
Regular coordination with local and federal law enforcement agencies.

EMEA

Focus on operating in highly regulated and geopolitically diverse environments.
Emphasis on regulatory compliance, duty of care, and cross‑border coordination.
Experience working across Europe, Middle East, and/or Africa strongly preferred.

APAC

Focus on diverse risk environments, rapid growth, and operational scalability.
Emphasis on vendor management across multiple countries and cultures.
Experience supporting expansion, greenfield sites, or emerging markets preferred.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Risk Management, or a related field.
7+ years of experience in corporate security, law enforcement, military, or related roles.
Experience managing multi‑site or regional security operations.
Strong knowledge of physical security systems, incident management, and investigations.
Proven ability to develop and implement security policies and procedures at scale.
Demonstrated leadership and people‑management skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
High integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information.
Willingness to travel regionally and respond during emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional certifications such as CPP, PSP, CSM, or equivalent.
Experience with emergency management, crisis response, and business continuity planning.
Familiarity with global regulatory environments and regional security risks.
Knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals and physical‑cyber convergence.
Experience supporting executive travel, special events, or elevated‑risk operations.

Right to Work Requirements:

This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

About S&P Global Mobility

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/mobility.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

Recruitment Fraud Alert:

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), FINANC202.2 - Middle Professional Tier II (EEO Job Group)