Country Security manager Philippines, AVP

Based on the responsibilities, competencies, and operating model defined for the, particularly the Regional Security Manager and Regional Security Director role charters, I have created a modernized Country Security Manager Job Description suitable for today's BFSI environment and aligned with State Street Global Security practices. Country Security Manager Job Title - Country Security Manager; Philippines Reports To - Regional Security Director / APAC Security Director Job Band - Assistant Vice President Role Summary The Country Security Manager is responsible for leading and executing the enterprise security strategy within the assigned country ensuring the protection of employees, facilities, operations, information, reputation and business continuity. The role serves as the primary security advisor to local business leadership and oversees physical security, crisis management, investigations, background investigations coordination, threat management, travel security, executive protection coordination, regulatory engagement and security technology programs. The incumbent ensures that security programs are aligned with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and global security standards while maintaining a risk-based approach to safeguarding the organization's people and assets.

Security Leadership & Governance Lead all country security operations and security risk management initiatives. Act as the principal security advisor to country leadership teams. Develop and execute country security strategies aligned with regional and global security objectives. Drive a culture of security awareness, resilience, and operational excellence. Support senior leadership with threat briefings, risk assessments, and security recommendations. Maintain strong partnerships with HR, Legal, Compliance, Audit, Workplace Services, Technology, and Business Continuity teams. Physical Security & Site Protection Ensure implementation of physical security standards across all facilities. Oversee access control, CCTV, alarm systems, visitor management, and guard force operations. Conduct security assessments for offices, data centers, and critical infrastructure. Manage security design reviews and security requirements for new offices, renovations, and expansion projects. Ensure operational readiness of security technologies and emergency systems. Risk Assessment & Threat Management Conduct strategic and operational security risk assessments. Monitor geopolitical, criminal, terrorism, civil unrest, and workplace violence threats affecting business operations. Provide timely risk intelligence and mitigation recommendations. Develop and maintain country security risk registers and treatment plans. Lead security due diligence activities for acquisitions, divestitures, and business expansion initiatives. Crisis Management & Business Resilience Lead security response during emergencies, natural disasters, civil disturbances, terrorism incidents, and workplace crises. Serve as a member of local Crisis Management Teams. Coordinate incident response and recovery efforts with internal stakeholders and external agencies. Develop, test, and maintain emergency response and evacuation procedures. Support business continuity and operational resilience programs. Investigations & Incident Management Direct and oversee investigations into workplace incidents, threats, misconduct, fraud, theft, and security policy violations. Ensure proper case management, reporting, and evidence handling. Coordinate with HR, Legal, Compliance, and external law enforcement as appropriate. Identify trends and implement preventive security controls. Executive Protection & Travel Security Support executive protection programs for senior leaders visiting or operating within the country. Conduct travel risk assessments and provide protective security guidance. Coordinate security planning for executive visits, board meetings, and special events. Manage high-risk