Manager, Security at Western Digital

Pasir Gudang, Johor, Malaysia

Western Digital Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Data Storage, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • 5 years related work experience within security, safety, or risk management, with at least 3 years in a managerial or senior supervisory role in a security facing role
  • Demonstrate a commitment to continued professional development within the security sector
  • Preferred: Experience delivering security programs within a corporate environment (alternatively, experience within a security organization, law enforcement, military, intelligence, public service or risk management environment)
  • Preferred: Experience overseeing access control and CCTV systems and related processes in a distributed campus environment
  • Preferred: Security vendor management including contract negotiation, KPIs and quarterly review
  • Preferred: Investigative experience, for example leading and conducting criminal investigations, investigative interviewing, evidence gathering, case building
  • Preferred: Experience developing and delivering training and awareness

Responsibilities

  • Under both directed and self-initiated actions, manage and oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of security programs, procedures, systems and technology, to ensure the overall security and safety of Western Digital personnel, visitors, facilities, data and assets
  • Effectively collaborate, communicate and engage with multiple global security partners and stakeholders, developing strong working relationships to ensure superior operational outcomes and security service delivery
  • Manage the vendor security relationship and support the on-site vendor security team and the in-house security team in the delivery of site security responsibilities
  • Manage and coordinate the delivery of physical security and CapEx projects involving multiple internal and external stakeholders and ensure alignment to specified strategic objectives, timelines and budget constraints
  • Support multiple internal and external audits and compliance processes
  • Proactively identify security good practice, gaps, vulnerabilities and look to drive improvement across all areas of global and local security delivery, related capital projects, supported events and requests from other business units

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Physical SecuritySecurity Program ManagementSecurity ProceduresRisk AssessmentSecurity StrategyTeam CollaborationProgram ImplementationStakeholder Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or on-site?

This is an on-site position at the Johor site.

What are the essential duties of the Security Manager?

The role involves managing security programs, procedures, systems, and technology; collaborating with global partners and stakeholders; managing vendor and in-house security teams; coordinating physical security and CapEx projects; supporting audits; and identifying security improvements.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the company culture like at Western Digital?

Western Digital is a company of problem solvers that powers global innovation, pushes technology boundaries, and fuels a brighter future through data-centric solutions, emphasizing collaboration and extraordinary achievements.

What makes a strong candidate for this Security Manager position?

Strong candidates will have skills in developing and managing security programs, strong collaboration and communication abilities with global stakeholders, experience managing vendor and in-house teams, project coordination expertise, and a proactive approach to identifying security improvements.

Western Digital

Provides data storage solutions and services

About Western Digital

Western Digital provides a variety of data storage solutions, including Network Attached Storage (NAS), Storage Area Network (SAN), private cloud, and hyper-converged infrastructure. Their products are designed to help businesses manage and store data efficiently and reliably. For example, their all-flash arrays are optimized for high input/output applications, while the JetStor brand offers cost-effective NAS and SAN arrays that support multiple host ports for improved performance. What sets Western Digital apart from its competitors is its extensive experience in the data storage market and its ability to cater to a wide range of clients, from large corporations to small businesses. The company's goal is to deliver high-value storage solutions that meet the diverse needs of its customers, ensuring they have the tools necessary for effective data management.

San Jose, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$927.9MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid sick leave & vacation time
Medical/dental/vision insurance
Life, accident, & disability insurance
Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts
Employee assistance program
Tuition reimbursement
Employee stock purchase plan
Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan

Risks

Seagate's HAMR technology may outperform Western Digital's ePMR in high-capacity HDDs.
Toshiba's HAMR and MAMR technologies intensify competition in the storage market.
Focus on consumer products may neglect enterprise client needs, risking market share.

Differentiation

Western Digital leads in high-capacity HDDs with 32TB UltraSMR and ePMR technology.
The company offers diverse storage solutions, including NAS, SAN, and private cloud.
Western Digital's SanDisk and WD_BLACK brands target creators and gamers effectively.

Upsides

Growing demand for high-capacity storage driven by AI and data-intensive applications.
Recent product launches cater to the expanding gaming and content creation markets.
Advancements in ePMR technology enhance Western Digital's competitive edge in HDDs.

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