Applied Materials Director - Physical Security Projects & Technology 

United States, California 

548688405

$189,000.00 - $260,000.00Santa Clara,CA

Principal Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and implementation of physical security systems (e.g., access control systems, surveillance upgrades, facility hardening).
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and budgets.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Facilities, HR, legal, Security ) and external vendors or contractors.
• Oversee the deployment of physical security technologies (e.g., CCTV, biometric access, intrusion detection).
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies such as AI-based surveillance, biometric access, and IoT security devices.
• Ensure interoperability with existing systems and infrastructure.
• Develop and manage project budgets, resource allocation, and procurement.
• Track project costs and ensure financial accountability.
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Ensure all projects comply with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards (e.g., OSHA, NFPA, ISO).
• Maintain documentation and audit trails for all security technology projects.
• Track project milestones, KPIs, and deliverables.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership and stakeholders.IT
• Ensure alignment of security technology projects with organizational goals and compliance requirements.
• Conduct site assessments and vulnerability analyses to inform project priorities.
• Integrate risk mitigation strategies into project planning.
• Lead and mentor a team of security technology professionals and project managers.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Information Technology or related field from an accredited university
• 10+ years of experience in physical security systems, with at least 5 years in IT leadership role
• Ability to work full time on site in our Santa Clara office .
• Deep knowledge of access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and integrated security platforms.
• Experience with enterprise-level deployments and global operations.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and how they intersect with physical security.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Certifications such as PSP, CISSP are a plus.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., PMP,
• Experience managing complex, multi-site security projects.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• High degree of competence with Microsoft Office Productivity Applications
• Ability to assess, validate and incorporate new tools, practices, strategies and process to gain efficiencies in the areas of physical security
• Adaptable, innovative, and detail oriented
• Excellent analytical skills, the ability to manage multiple projects under strict timelines, as well as the ability to work well in a demanding, dynamic environment and meet overall objectives
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills

Full time

Assignee / Regular