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Corporate Security Professional

IBM

IBM

Austin, TX, USA
Posted on Dec 11, 2025
Introduction

The Security Professional is responsible for implementing and managing security programs that protect people, assets, and operations within their assigned territory. This role bridges strategic objectives with operational execution, ensuring compliance with corporate security standards while adapting to local business needs. The position requires strong leadership, risk management expertise, and the ability to collaborate across multiple functions.

Your role and responsibilities

Risk & Threat Management
  • Conduct risk assessments and security audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Support acquisition and divestiture activities by evaluating security risks and requirements.

Physical Security & Technology
  • Oversee installation, maintenance, and optimization of security systems (CCTV, access control, alarms).
  • Ensure adherence to corporate security directives and technology standards.

Emergency Preparedness & Crisis Management
  • Maintain and update emergency plans; train Crisis Management Teams and lead scenario exercises.
  • Coordinate response during incidents and ensure timely reporting and resolution.

Investigations & Compliance
  • Plan and conduct investigations into theft, fraud, workplace violence, and other violations.
  • Ensure compliance with local laws, regulations, and corporate security policies.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management
  • Collaborate with internal teams (HR, Legal, Real Estate, IT) and external agencies (law enforcement, emergency services).
  • Manage vendor relationships to ensure effective and efficient service delivery.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement
  • Prepare reports on security status, incidents, and improvement initiatives.
  • Participate in audits and contribute to security training programs for employees and management.

Required education
Bachelor's Degree
Required technical and professional expertise
  • 5-7 years of experience in corporate or industrial security.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, or related field.
  • Familiarity with security technologies (Genetec, Lenel, Amag, Symmetry) and modern physical security systems.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to influence stakeholders.
  • Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and security technology platforms.
  • Ability to work flexible hours and travel as needed.

Preferred technical and professional experience
  • Certifications (CPP, PSP) preferred.

ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT

IBM Corporate Headquarters (CHQ) team represents a variety of functions such as marketing, finance, legal, operations, HR, and more, all working together to solve some of the world's most complex problems, help our clients achieve success and build collaborative work environments for IBMers.

YOUR LIFE @ IBM

In a world where technology never stands still, we understand that, dedication to our clients success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships, lives in what we do as IBMers as we strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better.

Being an IBMer means you’ll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you’ll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment everyday, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background.

Our IBMers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide on-going feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions everyday is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome focused approach within everything that they do.

Are you ready to be an IBMer?

ABOUT IBM

IBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.

Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we’re also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 500 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business.

At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it’s time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.

IBM is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, or other characteristics protected by the applicable law. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS

IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.