[Hiring] Physical Security Lead @Fresenius Medical Care

Role Description

The Head of Physical Security is a senior security executive responsible for the strategic leadership, design, and execution of Fresenius Medical Care’s global physical security program across corporate offices, manufacturing facilities, research sites, distribution centers, and clinical environments.

This role is capable of serving as Deputy to the Head of Security Center of Excellence (CoE), providing enterprise-wide security leadership, acting on behalf of the Head of Corporate Security Center of Excellence (CoE) when required, and ensuring alignment with corporate risk management, compliance, and patient safety priorities.

The successful candidate brings deep expertise in healthcare security, physical protective measures, workplace violence prevention, behavioral threat assessment, investigations, training, and crisis response within a highly regulated, global operating environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (Criminal Justice, Security Management, Healthcare Administration, or related field).
• Master’s degree preferred (MBA, MS, or similar).
• Relevant certifications strongly preferred (e.g., CPP, PCI, PSP, CISM, or equivalent).

Requirements

• Minimum of 15 years’ progressive experience in physical security, law enforcement, military, or corporate security leadership.
• Extensive experience in healthcare, life sciences, or regulated environments strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to operate at an executive leadership level, including experience acting as or supporting a Chief Security Officer.
• Proven background in:
  • Physical security systems and protective measures
  • Workplace violence prevention
  • Behavioral threat assessment and management
  • Corporate and healthcare investigations
  • Security training and program development

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Parental leave.
• Potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance.