Manager of Security Operations
Core
Lead strategic development and execution of security operations programs for Applied Materials' headquarters and surrounding Bay Area sites, integrating AI tools for case triage, alerting, and budget modeling to protect personnel, IP, and physical assets.
Role type
Senior Manager, Corporate Security Operations
Builds
Scalable security solutions, incident response capabilities, and operational metrics for site protection
Domain
Materials Engineering / Semiconductor Manufacturing / Corporate Security
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic program management, AI tool application in security operations, budget modeling, incident command, physical security, investigations, supply chain security, business continuity planning, stakeholder collaboration, KPI/SLA development, security awareness training, personnel selection and evaluation, external agency partnership
Preferred skills
CTH, CPP, CPO certifications, experience in technology company multi-location security leadership, safety and asset protection systems expertise
Technologies
Microsoft Office Suite, AI tools, common security applications
Responsibilities
Lead and manage security operations programs for California locations; oversee implementation of contract security services and physical security standards; develop and manage operational metrics, KPIs, and SLAs; design and implement security awareness and training programs; manage budgets and ensure accountability for assigned projects; drive strategic initiatives for Global Security and resiliency; respond to after-hour escalations and emergencies; engage with business unit leaders to align strategies; select, develop, and evaluate security personnel; ensure effective partnerships with external public agencies and internal functions (IT, Legal, HR, etc.)
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight
