Location:
Houston, TX (HO) - ManagementWe are looking for you!
This position is located in Houston, TX. Hybrid: 3 days in the office, 2 days remote
Candidates must be willing and able to travel as necessary, both domestically and occasionally internationally, as needed.
Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
Support for Parents: We offer a 14-week paid child birth benefit to support growing families.
Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment
The Security Manager, Airgas is responsible for managing and implementing Group Security policies and programs. These duties may vary within the Group; however, are not limited to Group Ethics, US Security Regulatory programs, Duty of Care, Employee Protection with respect to Airgas. Additionally the role supports the lead Digital Security program, the coordination of Crisis Management and Business continuity planning, and loss prevention programs with the Airgas
Key Responsibilities:
Provide expert level/pragmatic leadership for the Airgas security function, aligned with Group goals, targets and priorities.
Promote and manage the “Duty of Care” for Airgas on case by case basis
Implement and manage security management and risk mitigation policies/programs aligned with Air Liquide Global Security and risk management objectives.
Assist in the development, coordination and execution of executive and personnel protection/security programs for events held throughout Airgas, as necessary.
Risk, threat, vulnerability and intelligence monitoring (via multiple resources) regarding all issues that can impact operations, sustainability and continuity of the business.
Maintain necessary government clearance levels and relationships with a variety of intelligence sources (Public/private);
Dissemination to company leadership to ensure awareness and knowledge of trends and evolving risks;
Develop, and implement risk mitigation solutions and strategies, policies/programs aligned with Group objectives, in coordination and collaboration of the business units.
Coordination and execution of executive and personnel protection/security programs for events held within Airgas, as necessary.
Liaison and maintain relationships with government leaders (Federal, State/Provincial, Local) throughout the Americas to ensure collaborative support. This includes law enforcement, critical infrastructure programs and others as needed.
Manage and ensure compliance with security related regulatory programs (DHS CFATS; DOT HM-232, MTSA, etc…)
Conduct Security Vulnerability Assessments (SVA) and lead security audits for Airgas.
Lead Information Protection Coordinator (IPC) for the cluster’s legal entities with responsibility to support the Digital Security-Information Protection Program.
Lead the Security program for Airgas with coordination through Group Security.
Lead the Loss Prevention Program for Airgas with focus on warehouses.
Support the Crisis Management and Business Continuity program for Airgas.
Conduct, support, and/or assist with various types of investigations in support of the company as needed.
Create, promote, and implement security related training and awareness programs to address protection and business risks in an evolving environment.
Understand and monitor existing and emerging threats to the business, as well as provide smart and effective solutions to existing and foreseeable problems.
Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.
Required Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent
Security or Safety professional (with security experience), with a minimum of 10 years operational experience in a corporate or government environment is required (Law Enforcement, Safety with Security roles included, or Military experience).
Strong Investigative background (to include interview skills, networking with LE/ Govt agencies as needed, and effective documentation/ report writing capabilities.
Ability to influence and build strong relationships and networks (internal and external).
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors degree a plus
Regulatory compliance experience is strongly preferred.
Experience with Homeland Security and DOT regulations highly preferred
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Benefits
We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.
Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.
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Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE
At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.
We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.
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About Airgas
Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.
Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.
Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career — whatever path you choose.
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Equal Employment Opportunity Information
We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.
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