In this role, your responsibilities will be:
* lead and continuously improve emerson’s regional security program across latam.
* analyze and monitor geopolitical risks, providing intelligence briefings to regional leadership.
* implement and oversee regional crisis management and incident response strategies.
* support sensitive internal investigations in partnership with legal and hr.
* develop, manage, and assess performance of third-party security vendors.
* deliver regular security updates and strategic advice to senior executives.
* design and implement training in crisis management and security awareness.
who you are
you navigate complexity with clarity—identifying patterns, seeing around corners, and acting decisively even in uncertain conditions. Your decisions are grounded in both intelligence and instinct, balancing security realities with business priorities. You operate with high integrity, earning the trust of executives, partners, and teams across cultures and borders.
you communicate confidently and precisely, adapting your message to diverse audiences—from senior executives to on-the-ground teams. You lead with empathy and presence, especially under pressure, and serve as a calming force in moments of disruption. You’re collaborative by nature, building strong internal partnerships and external networks that extend your reach and impact.
you understand the geopolitical nuances of latin america and anticipate how local events ripple through global operations. You thrive in ambiguity, adapt quickly to evolving risks, and bring others along with resilience and resolve.
for this role, you will need:
* minimum 5 years of experience in an in-house corporate security function.
* 8+ years combined experience in law enforcement, military, or private security sector.
* bachelor’s degree or international equivalent.
* demonstrated leadership in managing regional security programs and external vendors.
* strong working knowledge of crisis management and threat intelligence practices.
* high ethical standards, discretion, and accountability in sensitive matters.
* fluency in english and spanish, both written and spoken. Fluency in portuguese is a strong plus.
* excellent interpersonal and executive communication skills.
* ability to travel 25% or more within latam.
* professional certification such as cpp, psp, or equivalent security credential is strongly preferred.
preferred qualifications that set you apart:
* master’s degree in security management, international affairs, or related field.
* experience in a fortune 500 or large multinational enterprise.
* crisis management certification (e.g., ics, fema, or equivalent).
* active participation in asis international, osac, or other professional security networks.
* familiarity with local political and security environments across latam.
our culture & commitment to you
at emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
we recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, employee assistance program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, vacation and holiday leave.
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