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Associate Director, Head of US Safety & Physical Security Operations (Western Re

KPMG

Minneapolis, MNFull-time$136–259K/yrSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$136–259K/yr
Location
Minneapolis, MN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree, required

Job overview

KPMG is seeking an Associate Director to lead US safety and physical security operations for the Western Region. The role oversees workplace safety and physical security services, assesses program strengths and weaknesses, advises office leadership, supports site-based safety plans, and provides briefings and training. It also coordinates with security and safety specialists and local law enforcement resources to address threats and vulnerabilities.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Physical Security Programs, requiredSecurity Program Leadership, requiredStrategic Thinking, requiredManaging Multiple Situations, requiredInvestigation Management, requiredVerbal Communication, requiredWritten Communication, requiredCollaboration, requiredNegotiation, requiredInfluencing, requiredCustomer Service, requiredTeamwork, requiredLeadership, requiredResource Allocation, requiredStrategic Initiative Execution, required

Qualifications

Eight Years Security Experience, requiredBachelor's Degree, requiredSpecialized Corporate Security Training, requiredUS Work Authorization Without Sponsorship, required

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Job Duties

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.

KPMG is currently seeking an Associate Director, Head of US Safety & Physical Security Operations (Western Region) Manager to join our Enterprise Security Services organization.

Responsibilities:

Apply comprehensive, specialist-level knowledge within an assigned geography as the delegate process owner for the design, implementation, compliance monitoring, and continuous improvement of evergreen workplace safety and physical security services to address credible threats to firm personnel, information, and assets in that geographical location

As a subject matter expert, assess strengths and weaknesses of the existing physical security program and provide a reasonable set of recommendations in the areas of people, process, infrastructure, and technology to the Office Managing Partner and security points of contact to address threats and actions to reduce vulnerabilities; perform offerings for Real Estate Services as requested

Support offices in adherence to the safety management program in conjunction with Firm Safety and Security Resiliency Services; serve as the primary point of consultation for KPMG leased or owned workplaces in the maintenance of their respective multiyear site-based action plan addressing applicable regulatory/legal requirements within a consistent framework

Provide periodic briefings and training sessions for leadership, personnel, or security practitioners, with detailed coverage of security awareness topics specific to the workplace or adjacent community

Remain abreast of other Enterprise Security Services (ESS) and Firm Safety and Security Services (FSS) process owners to promptly refer site threshold concerns to the respective investigation, insider risk or other security subject matter experts for timely support or consultation; stay aware of state and other local law enforcement resources to readily assist locations with concerns where the local site has limited liaison or requires support in escalating liaison or developing said relationships for the furtherance of the site security program

Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment

Qualifications:

Minimum eight years of recent experience in a public or private sector security organization with specialized training in corporate security physical security programs

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required

Leadership experience in developing, implementing, and managing security programs; must be a strategic thinker capable of handling multiple, concurrent situations and investigations

Outstanding verbal/written communication, collaboration, negotiation, and influencing skills to lead an environment driven by customer service and teamwork; capability to direct, motivate and empower others to work towards the organization's goals, ensuring efficient allocation of resources across multiple functions; ability to successfully execute strategic initiatives for the organization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("KPMG") complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG LLP is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG LLP provides a Total Rewards Package that includes 401(k) and medical and may include dental, vision, disability and life insurance, personal well-being and Personal Time Off. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year depending on your job classification and entity affiliation. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work.

Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA:

https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=7798_9_26

California Salary Range: $136000 - $259000

KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("KPMG") is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, creed, religion, age, sex/gender, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or other related condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or sexual abuse or any other legally protected status. The attached link contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state, and local recruitment and hiring laws.

KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.

Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link “https://assets.kpmg.com/content/dam/kpmg/us/pdf/2018/09/eeo.pdf? ”contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor Degree

Minimum Experience Required

8 - 20 years

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$136,000.00 - $259,000.00 / Annually

Postal Code

55401

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

139423-A

Job Benefits

Not specified

How this job compares

Set against the 1,047 open Security Operations jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 12, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$136–259K/yr
  • US median$113–202K/yr693 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $198K, is 26% above the US median midpoint ($157K) — in the middle half of Security Operations salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 16 open Security Operations jobs in Minnesota and 1,047 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
This posting asks for at least 8 years of experience; Security Operations postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (919 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 226 of the 1,047 open Security Operations jobs (22%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 12, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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