New York - Director, Physical Security and Emergency Management

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For Business Professionals, Winston & Strawn presents an exciting opportunity to be a part of a leading global law firm. With our commitment to excellence, diversity, a collaborative work environment, and an emphasis on professional growth, Winston offers a platform for individuals seeking to advance their careers in a dynamic and rewarding environment. Winston is known for its collaborative and collegial culture. We believe teamwork is an essential component in providing high-quality legal services and we value the talents and skills of our entire business professional team.

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Director of Physical Security and Emergency Management is a key leadership role that is responsible for developing, overseeing, adapting, and driving the implementation of Winston & Strawn's physical security and emergency management program. This role is primarily responsible for developing and implementing readiness plans, establishing physical safety standards and protocols, responding to physical security issues, and leading prevention of and response to life safety incidents. This role will function as the topic expert and first call for meaningful security and emergency events across employees and offices and will need to flex easily between strategic and tactical roles. This role will report to the Chief Information Security Officer and collaborate closely with the firm's administrative departments.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Acts as the "first call" for emergencies across employees and offices.
• Responsible for the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of the firm's global physical security and emergency response program.
• Conducts strategic planning and develops roadmaps to foster continuous improvement in alignment with industry best practices.
• Develops and implements policies, procedures, best practices, technology standards, and physical control standards to drive alignment across physical office locations.
• Conducts physical threat, vulnerability, and risk assessments of firm offices, assets, and personnel as an input to strategic planning and response protocols.
• Leads and coordinates response efforts for physical security and life safety events and incidents.
• Works closely with Legal and HR, leads or coordinates investigative efforts for physical security incidents and workplace misconduct allegations, to include allegations of theft, threats, harassment, violence, substance abuse, code of conduct violations, fraud, misuse of firm assets, etc.
• Liaises with the firm's operations team to implement and enhance operational protocols (e.g. evacuation, shelter-in-place, awareness training, travel briefings, etc.) and security technology (e.g., emergency notification systems, physical access control systems, visitor management systems, video surveillance systems, panic buttons, intercoms, etc.).
• Develops and establishes comprehensive emergency response and security plans and coordinates preparedness around emergency response protocols, travel security, and other life safety events.
• Facilitates table-top exercises with firm leadership and key stakeholders.
• Creates and develops firm-wide life training materials and life safety communication(s) to educate and raise awareness of established firm protocols.
• Creates and conducts drills with staff on topics such as active assailant, workplace violence, etc.).

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BENEFITS

Winston offers comprehensive benefits that provide a full spectrum of coverage and support for our full-time employees and their families. Additional information about benefits and rewards can be found here .

SALARY

The target annual salary range for this role is currently $200,000 - $250,000 based on a regular, full-time schedule. The amount of compensation offered will be determined by several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, market data and internal equity. Total compensation includes a comprehensive healthcare benefits package, yearly retirement contribution, and may include an annual discretionary merit bonus.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences . #LI-DC2