Title: Technical Security Project Manager
Location: Santa Clara, California
Reports to Director – Global Security Technical Projects
Scope of Position: This role requires a unique combination of security, construction, project management, and leadership skills in the design and coordination of security systems and technology projects, to protect Applied Materials around the world. The Security Project Manager must think holistically about security systems and how they impact the employee and visitor experience. This role will drive standards, modernization, and lifecycle initiatives through expert management of security vendors to meet stakeholders’ expectations.
Key Accountabilities
- Establish and lead enterprise-capable project management office.
- Develop, track, and maintain reporting of budgets, schedules, and written analysis of all assigned projects.
- Work collaboratively with Global Facilities, Information Services (IT), Indirect Procurement, and vendors to create project SOW.
- Manages RFP process for security components for all assigned projects.
- Enforces global system standards by driving design and implementation excellence.
Leadership Skills Required
- Demonstrates sound judgment and effective time management.
- Must have 100% credibility, objectivity, and respect across all parts of the business.
- Ability to collaborate with other management groups (IT, HR, Finance, Legal)
- Willingness to challenge status quo, innovate and introduce new ideas.
- Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Knowledge of security operations and procedures
- Knowledge of security systems operations
- Coordinates repairs with vendors as needed.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including relationship building and collaboration within a diverse, cross-functional team.
- Able to read construction drawings, including 3D (BIM)
- Available on an on-call basis for emergencies
- Willing to travel internationally.
Professional Expertise/ Knowledge
- Bachelor’s degree is preferred although combination of work experience and education may be accepted.
- Project budgeting experience for small to large scale projects
- Strong IT and systems architecture knowledge
Experience
- 7-10 years in a similar role within a security organization
- Working knowledge of MS Windows (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio; SharePoint)
- Strong and effective written and verbal communications skills, including presentations.
- Knowledge and aptitude of automated / integrated security systems and concepts
Skills
- Strong working knowledge around access control and video surveillance
- High proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Windows (All)
- Service-oriented/customer-driven approach
- Excellent organizational and presentation skills
Education
Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
No. of Direct Reports
0
Matrix Mentoring/ Support for Role
- Director – Global Security Projects
- Director – Information Security
- Director – Facilities & Site Services
- Director – EH&S
Matrix Team
- Facilities, Finance, Procurement, IT, Site Leadership, Legal, HR, Public Safety Agencies
Qualifications
Education:
Associate's Degree
Skills
Certifications:
Languages:
Years of Experience:
7 - 10 Years
Work Experience:
Additional Information
Travel:
Yes, 25% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:
No
U.S. Salary Range:
$120,000.00 - $165,000.00
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on a number of factors including location and level and will vary depending on confirmed job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
