Director, Physical Security

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Job Function: Environmental Health, Safety (EH&S) and Facilities Services (FS) Job Sub Function: Physical Security Job Category: Professional All Job Posting Locations: North Ryde, New South Wales, Australia Job Description: DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Director, Global Security APAC+China, located in North Ryde, Australia. * Join our change journey at J&J—help shape what’s next * Step into a high-impact career opportunity with real visibility THE OPPORTUNITY The Director, Global Security APAC+China provides senior leadership for security strategy, operations, and risk management across the Asia‑Pacific region, which includes China. This role is responsible for protecting employees, assets, products, and information while enabling business growth in complex and diverse markets. The position plays a critical role in shaping regional security strategy, managing geopolitical and operational risks, and partnering closely with regional and global stakeholders to ensure a safe and secure operating environment. RESPONSIBILITIES * Lead and execute the APAC and China security strategy in alignment with global security objectives and business priorities. * Oversee physical security, travel security, crisis management, and incident response across APAC markets. * Through support of intelligence, assess and mitigate regional security risks, including geopolitical, operational, and site‑specific threats. * Serve as the primary security advisor to regional leadership, providing risk insights and strategic guidance. * Lead and develop regional security teams and external security partners. * Establish governance, standards, and metrics to ensure consistent security practices across the region. * Partner with Legal, HR, Supply Chain, IT, and Business leaders to support secure operations and business continuity. * Manage investigations, executive protection, security incidents, and crisis response activities, including coordination with local authorities when required. * Support transformation, separation, and change initiatives impacting security operations in APAC and China. * Manage regional security budgets, resources, and vendor relationships to ensure effective and efficient operations. ABOUT YOU Required: * Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Business, Criminal Justice, International Relations, or a related field (required). * Typically 12+ years of progressive experience in corporate security, risk management, or related leadership roles. * Proven experience leading regional or global security programs, preferably across APAC and China. * Strong understanding of geopolitical risk, crisis management, and security operations in complex markets. * Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and operate effectively in a matrixed organization. * Experience managing third‑party security providers and external stakeholders. * Strong leadership, judgment, and decision‑making capabilities. * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Desirable: * Experience in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or other highly regulated industries. * Experience supporting large‑scale transformations or business separations. * Familiarity with regulatory, cultural, and operational considerations across APAC and China. * Experience implementing global security standards and governance models. * Background in investigations, intelligence, or risk analysis. Other: * Language: English proficiency required; Mandarin or other APAC languages preferred. * Travel: Up to 25–30% international travel across APAC and China. * Certifications: Professional security or risk certifications (e.g., CPP, PSP) preferred. Please note: candidates without dedicated change management background are not being considered for this role. COMPANY CULTURE * Competitive remuneration package. * Continuous training and support. * Award-winning leadership development programs. * Inclusive, flexible, and accessible working arrangements. * Equal opportunity employer supporting diversity and inclusion. WHY CHOOSE US: * Competitive remuneration package and continuous training. * Supportive environment with award-winning leadership development programs. * Inclusive, flexible, and accessible working arrangements for all. Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes. Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource. #LI-Hybrid #DePuySynthesCareers Required Skills: Preferred Skills: Agile Decision Making, Budget Management, Crisis Management, Emergency Planning, Emerging Technologies, Facility Management, Industry Analysis, Leadership, Premises Management, Risk Management, Security Framework, Security Monitoring, Security Program Development, Tactical Planning, Technical Credibility, Workplace Security Awareness