Director Corporate Security

Overview

As the Director Corporate Security you will play a key role in ensuring the safety and security of our headquarters which houses approximately 1200 employees. You will oversee all security operations manage vendor relationships and analyze security trends to continuously enhance the organizations protective measures. Additionally you will provide executive leadership with critical security counsel advising on potential internal and external threats to maintain a safe and secure environment.

We value individuals who can Think Fast leveraging data and insights to proactively identify and mitigate security risks; Work It Together fostering strong partnerships across teams and external security vendors to create a culture of safety and preparedness; and Make the Hard Call making informed decisive choices that balance security needs business continuity and risk management with clarity and care.

Position location: This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule based out of Deerfield IL. Effective mid2025 Fortune Brands will transition to a new worldclass campus in Deerfield bringing together associates from across our U.S. offices brands and functions. The campus will offer vibrant workspaces for collaboration along with amenities for dining onsite daycare fitness and recreation.

What you will be doing

• Lead and support daily security operations at headquarters ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all employees.
• Collaborate with external security partners to uphold compliance with safety protocols and best practices.
• Conduct security audits and risk assessments providing thoughtful insights and recommendations to leadership.
• Respond with care and efficiency to security incidents and emergencies working closely with law enforcement and emergency teams as needed.
• Investigate security concerns develop proactive solutions and conduct postincident reviews to enhance future preparedness.
• Monitor and assess security trends to proactively identify and address potential risks.
• Partner with executive leadership to provide strategic security insights that align with business priorities.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies that promote a secure and resilient workplace.
• Facilitate engaging security awareness training for employees fostering a culture of preparedness and confidence.
• Ensure vendor personnel receive the training and certification needed to uphold safety standards.
• Cultivate a collaborative and securityconscious culture across all teams.
• Guide the implementation maintenance and optimization of security systems including surveillance and access controls.
• Ensure security technology is effectively leveraged to protect company assets and support business continuity.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to site leadership offering guidance on security best practices and continuous improvement opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice Security Management or a related field.
• 10 years of experience in corporate security or a related role with expertise in security protocols procedures and best practices.
• Established relationships with local law enforcement and emergency response organizations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or Physical Security Professional (PSP) certification is strongly encouraged.
• Military experience.
• Additional certifications such as CSMP CMCS or CISSP.

Additional Information :

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Fortune Brands Innovations Inc. is an industryleading innovation company focused on creating smarter safer and more beautiful homes and improving lives. Our driving purpose is that we elevate every life by transforming spaces into havens. We believe our work and our brands can have incredibly positive impacts for not just our business and shareholders but for people and the planet too.

When you join Fortune Brands you become part of a highperforming team who are empowered to think big learn fast and make bold decisions. We support an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone is encouraged and empowered to be their authentic selves and where our differences and unique perspectives are a key strength.                                                                                                                                   

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Overview

As the Director Corporate Security you will play a key role in ensuring the safety and security of our headquarters which houses approximately 1200 employees. You will oversee all security operations manage vendor relationships and analyze security trends to continuously enhance the organizations protective measures. Additionally you will provide executive leadership with critical security counsel advising on potential internal and external threats to maintain a safe and secure environment.

We value individuals who can Think Fast leveraging data and insights to proactively identify and mitigate security risks; Work It Together fostering strong partnerships across teams and external security vendors to create a culture of safety and preparedness; and Make the Hard Call making informed decisive choices that balance security needs business continuity and risk management with clarity and care.

Position location: This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule based out of Deerfield IL. Effective mid2025 Fortune Brands will transition to a new worldclass campus in Deerfield bringing together associates from across our U.S. offices brands and functions. The campus will offer vibrant workspaces for collaboration along with amenities for dining onsite daycare fitness and recreation.

What you will be doing

• Lead and support daily security operations at headquarters ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all employees.
• Collaborate with external security partners to uphold compliance with safety protocols and best practices.
• Conduct security audits and risk assessments providing thoughtful insights and recommendations to leadership.
• Respond with care and efficiency to security incidents and emergencies working closely with law enforcement and emergency teams as needed.
• Investigate security concerns develop proactive solutions and conduct postincident reviews to enhance future preparedness.
• Monitor and assess security trends to proactively identify and address potential risks.
• Partner with executive leadership to provide strategic security insights that align with business priorities.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies that promote a secure and resilient workplace.
• Facilitate engaging security awareness training for employees fostering a culture of preparedness and confidence.
• Ensure vendor personnel receive the training and certification needed to uphold safety standards.
• Cultivate a collaborative and securityconscious culture across all teams.
• Guide the implementation maintenance and optimization of security systems including surveillance and access controls.
• Ensure security technology is effectively leveraged to protect company assets and support business continuity.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to site leadership offering guidance on security best practices and continuous improvement opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice Security Management or a related field.
• 10 years of experience in corporate security or a related role with expertise in security protocols procedures and best practices.
• Established relationships with local law enforcement and emergency response organizations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or Physical Security Professional (PSP) certification is strongly encouraged.
• Military experience.
• Additional certifications such as CSMP CMCS or CISSP.

Additional Information:

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $140000 USD $220000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range or be above or below the range based on factors including but not limited to education training experience professional achievement business need and location. In addition to base salary employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance or a rolebased sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates unique needs. This includes robust health plans a marketleading 401(k) program with a company contribution product discounts flexible time off benefits (including halfday summer Fridays per policy) inclusive fertility / adoption benefits and more. We offer numerous Employee Resource Groups to support inclusivity and our associates feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands is a brand innovation and channel leader focused on exciting supercharged categories in the home products security and commercial building markets. Our portfolio of brands includes Moen House of Rohl Aqualisa SpringWell ThermaTru Larson Fiberon Master Lock SentrySafe and Yale residential.

Fortune Brands is headquartered in Deerfield Illinois and trades on the NYSE as FBIN

Equal Employment Opportunity:

FBIN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on race color religion sex gender identity or expression national origin ancestry age disability marital status protected veteran status sexual orientation genetic history or information or any other legally protected characteristic.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. To support our efforts we invite you to voluntarily share your gender ethnicity and veteran status. This information is confidential and helps us ensure an inclusive hiring process and improve our diversity initiatives.

Reasonable Accommodations:

FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process please contact us at and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information. Resumes submitted to this email address will not be responded to.