Physical Security Lead

Fresenius Medical Care

Head of Physical Security leading Fresenius Medical Care’s global physical security program. Overseeing security governance and healthcare-specific risks across various facilities.

Posted 7/5/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing physical security strategies and standards within healthcare environments, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices. Proven leadership in managing security programs, threat assessments, and investigations while advising executive leadership on security risks.

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Physical Security SystemsWorkplace Violence PreventionBehavioral Threat AssessmentCorporate InvestigationsSecurity Program Development

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Hard Skills

Physical Security StrategySecurity Policy DevelopmentThreat MitigationSecurity TrainingOperational Execution

Soft Skills

LeadershipAdvisory SkillsCollaborationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

CPPPCIPSPCISM

Industry Keywords

Healthcare RegulationsCorporate SecurityRisk ManagementSecurity GovernancePatient Safety

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the global leader for physical security strategy, standards, and operational execution
Act as Deputy Head of Corporate Security Center of Excellence (CoE), assuming leadership responsibilities in their absence and supporting enterprise-wide security governance
Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures aligned with healthcare regulations, corporate risk tolerance, and global best practices
Advise executive leadership on emerging physical security risks affecting healthcare operations, workforce safety, and patient care
Oversee security programs for dialysis clinics, healthcare offices, and patient-facing facilities, ensuring balance between safety, accessibility, and patient dignity
Lead enterprise-wide Workplace Violence Prevention (WPVP) programs
Establish and manage Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management (BTAM) frameworks in coordination with HR, Legal, and leadership
Ensure proactive identification, assessment, and mitigation of threats involving employees, patients, visitors, and third parties
Lead or oversee complex investigations involving threats, violence, theft, misconduct, or security breaches
Ensure training aligns with healthcare requirements and local regulations

Requirements

What you’ll need

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)
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

Comp & perks

medical, dental, and vision insurance
a 401(k) with company match
paid time off
parental leave
potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance