Director, Physical Security & Safety

D&H is growing! Join 100 year old Employee-Owned technology distributor, offering end-to-end solutions for today's resellers, retailers, and the clients they serve across the SMB and Consumer markets.

• We are empowered by our employee Co-Owners who provide the industry’s best service, and we promote a collaborative culture.
• We offer an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401k, Paid Time Off, Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision benefits as well as Gym Reimbursement, Work from Home Reimbursement, Employee Purchase Program, Tuition Assistance and much more!
• As a D&H Co-Owner you receive numerous discounts on services.
• We feel strongly about giving back to the community and promoting sustainable, eco-friendly business practices.
  
  

Summary

The Director, Physical Security & Safety is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the organization’s North American physical security and safety strategies. This role ensures the protection of personnel, facilities, assets, and operations through proactive risk management, compliance, crisis response planning. This role will lead security professionals and collaborate with cross-functional departments to maintain a secure and compliant environment.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute a comprehensive North American security and safety strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead enterprise-wide risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
• Serve as the primary advisor to executive leadership on all matters related to physical security and safety.
  
  

Operational Oversight

• Oversee the research of, design, implementation, and maintenance of physical security systems (e.g., access control, surveillance, intrusion detection).
• Manage crisis response and emergency preparedness programs.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international safety and security regulations.
  
  

Team & Program Development

• Build and lead a high-performing security and safety team.
• Develop and deliver training programs to promote a culture of safety and security.
  
  

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with internal departments (HR, Legal, IT, Operations) and external partners (vendors, customers, law enforcement, regulatory bodies).
• Maintain strong relationships with local law enforcement agencies.
  
  

Financial & Risk Management

• Develop and manage the security and safety budget.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and risk metrics.
• Lead investigations into incidents involving security breaches or safety violations.
  
  

Additional Duties/Requirements

• Strong time management, attention to detail and communications skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and personnel management skills
• Effecitvely communicate complex technological issues in business terms at any level within the organization.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with a track record of building and developing high-performing teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment and make sound decisions in emergency situations.
• Travel to DCs and Corp on as needed basis.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position requires supervisory responsibilities.
  
  

Requirements

• 5 years of management experience
• 10 years of physical security experience
• 5 years of safety experience
• Knowledge of technical platforms and languages required for this position.
• Bachelor's degree in Business (or Management), Criminal Justice, or equivalent experience is required.
• Experience in the Distribution industry preferred
• Experience with C-TPAT & TAPA-A audits preferred
• Experience leading quality certification programs like ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 preferred