Security Manager - EMEA Region (Physical Security)

Location: Hybrid in Zug, Switzerland, with alternate hybrid locations in Leeds or Wokingham, UK; Wokingham is expected to transfer to Maidenhead, High Wycombe. Limited international travel within EMEA of up to approximately 30% is required.

Company

Johnson & Johnson MedTech develops healthcare and medical technology solutions, with this role supporting DePuy Synthes and its regional security operations.

What you will do

• Lead and execute the Global Security strategy across the EMEA region in line with enterprise standards and regional risk profiles.
• Assess, mitigate, and manage physical security risks affecting employees, facilities, assets, and operations.
• Oversee incident management, investigations, crisis response, and coordination with local authorities and emergency services.
• Partner with Real Estate, Facilities Management, HR, Legal, and business leaders to integrate security into sites and projects.
• Manage third-party security vendors and service providers, including performance, compliance, contracts, and cost controls.
• Provide guidance on executive protection, travel risk management, special events, compliance, and continuous security improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Risk Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Typically 6–8 years of progressive experience in corporate, regional, or enterprise security management with multi-country responsibility.
• Experience managing physical security programs, risk assessments, incident response, and security regulations across EMEA.
• Experience partnering with senior leaders and cross-functional teams in an international environment.
• Proven vendor and contract management experience.
• Fluency in English is required.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree or equivalent advanced education.
• Experience in life sciences, healthcare, or other regulated industries.
• People or matrix leadership experience, crisis management planning, or business continuity support.
• Experience with executive protection, travel risk management, Switzerland, or broader EMEA markets.
• CPP, PSP, or similar security certification; German or French language skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a complex, international healthcare environment supporting employee wellbeing and business continuity.
• Collaborate with site leaders, corporate functions, external stakeholders, local authorities, and emergency services.
• Hybrid work arrangement with limited international travel within EMEA.
• Inclusive work environment focused on employee dignity, diversity, and equal opportunity.