Director, Global Security APAC/China Lead

Johnson & Johnson • Full-time • CN038 Suzhou Changyang Rd, China • 1w ago

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Job Function:

Environmental Health, Safety (EH&S) and Facilities Services (FS)

Job Sub Function:

Physical Security

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

North Ryde, New South Wales, Australia, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China

Job Description:

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Director, Global SecurityAPAC+China,locatedinSuzhou, Jiangsu, China.

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business toestablisha standalone orthopedics company,operatingas DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation isanticipatedto be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may berequired, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it isanticipatedthat, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuySynthesand your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes atan appropriate timeand subject to any necessary consultation processes.

Job Overview

The Director, Global SecurityAPAC+Chinaprovides senior leadership for security strategy, operations, and risk management across theAsia‑Pacificregion, whichincludesChina. This roleis responsible forprotecting employees, assets, products, and information while enabling business growth in complex and diverse markets. The position plays a critical role in shaping regional security strategy, managing geopolitical and operational risks, and partnering closely with regional and global stakeholders to ensure a safe and secure operating environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and execute the APAC and China security strategy in alignment with global securityobjectivesand business priorities.

Oversee physical security, travel security, crisis management, and incident response across APAC markets.

Through support of intelligence, assess and mitigate regional security risks, including geopolitical, operational, and site‑specific threats.

Serve as the primary security advisor to regional leadership, providing risk insights and strategic guidance.

Lead and develop regional security teams and external security partners.

Establish governance, standards, and metrics to ensure consistent security practices across the region.

Partner with Legal, HR, Supply Chain, IT, and Business leaders to support secure operations and business continuity.

Manage investigations,executive protection,security incidents, and crisis response activities, including coordination with local authorities whenrequired.

Support transformation, separation, and change initiativesimpactingsecurity operations in APAC and China.

Manage regional security budgets, resources, and vendor relationships to ensure effective and efficient operations.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Business, Criminal Justice, International Relations, ora relatedfield (required).

Master’s degree or advanced professional education (preferred).

Experience and Skills:

Required:

Typically12+ years of progressive experience in corporate security, risk management, or related leadership roles.

Proven experience leading regional or global security programs, preferably across APAC and China.

Strong understanding of geopolitical risk, crisis management, and security operations in complex markets.

Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders andoperateeffectively in a matrixed organization.

Experience managing third‑party security providers and external stakeholders.

Strong leadership, judgment, and decision‑making capabilities.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred:

Experience in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or other highly regulated industries.

Experience supporting large‑scale transformations or business separations.

Familiarity with regulatory, cultural, and operational considerations across APAC and China.

Experience implementing global security standards and governance models.

Background in investigations, intelligence, or risk analysis.

Other:

Language: Englishproficiencyrequired; Mandarin or other APAC languages preferred.

Travel: Up to 25–30% international travel across APAC and China.

Certifications: Professional security or risk certifications (e.g., CPP, PSP) preferred.

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Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Agile Decision Making, Budget Management, Crisis Management, Emergency Planning, Emerging Technologies, Facility Management, Industry Analysis, Leadership, Premises Management, Risk Management, Security Framework, Security Monitoring, Security Program Development, Tactical Planning, Technical Credibility, Workplace Security Awareness