Global Head of Corporate Security

What We'll Bring

At Trans Union, we have a welcoming and energetic environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. We are consistently exploring new technologies and tools to be agile. This environment gives our people the opportunity to hone current skills and build new capabilities, while discovering their genius. Come be a part of our team – you’ll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting-edge technology.

The Global Head of Corporate Security is responsible for the strategic leadership, development, and execution of Trans Union’s global physical security program, safeguarding the company’s people, assets, operations, and reputation across 60 locations in 35 countries on six continents. Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Operations, this executive will manage all aspects of physical, travel, event, and crisis security, excluding cyber security, and serve as the primary liaison with law enforcement, government agencies, and internal stakeholders.

The role requires special clearances (including authorization to carry a weapon on planes and across borders), advanced crisis management skills, and the ability to handle high-risk scenarios involving executives, employees, and external threats.

• Develop and execute a global security strategy aligned with business objectives, risk tolerance, and operational needs.
• Build and present business cases for security investments, demonstrating ROI and alignment with enterprise priorities.
• Advise and collaborate with the C-suite, providing clear, actionable intelligence and recommendations to support executive decision-making.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives with HR, Legal, IT, Facilities, and Procurement to embed security into all aspects of the business.
• Drive a culture of security awareness and accountability throughout the organization.

• Oversee security for all corporate locations, ensuring compliance with local laws and industry standards.
• Manage executive protection, including travel risk management, event security, and residential assessments for the C-suite and board.
• Coordinate with global law enforcement, federal agencies (DoD, DHS, Secret Service, State Department), and local authorities.
• Maintain special clearances and certifications required for international travel and armed protection.
• Lead crisis response for threats to executives, irate consumers, employee disputes, and workplace violence.

• Develop and maintain robust crisis management and business continuity plans.
• Lead emergency response, including evacuation, medical coordination, and incident investigation.
• Serve as the organization’s focal point for crisis communications and stakeholder engagement during critical events.

• Implement and oversee advanced security technologies (access control, surveillance, threat detection, GSOC).
• Lead the security intelligence program, monitoring geopolitical, social, and environmental risks.
• Produce regular briefings and reports for senior leadership, leveraging data analytics and technology platforms.

• Build, mentor, and manage a global team of security professionals and contractors.
• Foster professional growth, diversity, and alignment with organizational values.
• Ensure continuous training and readiness for high-risk scenarios.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.

Adherence to Company policies, sound judgment and trustworthiness, working safely, communicating respectfully, and safeguarding business operations, confidential and proprietary information, and the Company’s reputation are also essential expectations of this position.

This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location…