**In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:** + Lead and continuously improve Emerson’s Regional Security Program across LATAM. + Analyze and monitor geopolitical risks, providing intelligence briefings to regional leadership. + Implement and oversee regional crisis management and incident response strategies. + Support sensitive internal investigations in partnership with Legal and HR. + Develop, manage, and assess performance of third-party security vendors. + Deliver regular security updates and strategic advice to senior executives. + Design and implement training in crisis management and security awareness. **Who You Are** You navigate complexity with clarity—identifying patterns, seeing around corners, and acting decisively even in uncertain conditions. Your decisions are grounded in both intelligence and instinct, balancing security realities with business priorities. You operate with high integrity, earning the trust of executives, partners, and teams across cultures and borders. You communicate confidently and precisely, adapting your message to diverse audiences—from senior executives to on-the-ground teams. You lead with empathy and presence, especially under pressure, and serve as a calming force in moments of disruption. You’re collaborative by nature, building strong internal partnerships and external networks that extend your reach and impact. You understand the geopolitical nuances of Latin America and anticipate how local events ripple through global operations. You thrive in ambiguity, adapt quickly to evolving risks, and bring others along with resilience and resolve. **For This Role, You Will Need:** + Minimum 5 years of experience in an in-house corporate security function. + 8+ years combined experience in law enforcement, military, or private security sector. + Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent. + Demonstrated leadership in managing regional security programs and external vendors. + Strong working knowledge of crisis management and threat intelligence practices. + High ethical standards, discretion, and accountability in sensitive matters. + Fluency in English and Spanish, both written and spoken. Fluency in Portuguese is a strong plus. + Excellent interpersonal and executive communication skills. + Ability to travel 25% or more within LATAM. + Professional certification such as CPP, PSP, or equivalent security credential is strongly preferred. **Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:** + Master’s degree in Security Management, International Affairs, or related field. + Experience in a Fortune 500 or large multinational enterprise. + Crisis management certification (e.g., ICS, FEMA, or equivalent). + Active participation in ASIS International, OSAC, or other professional security networks. + Familiarity with local political and security environments across LATAM. **Our Culture & Commitment to You** At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, vacation and holiday leave. **WHY EMERSON** **Our Commitment to Our People** At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration. We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor. At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together. **Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation** If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisability.administrator@emerson.com . **ABOUT EMERSON** Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability. With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety. We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go! **No calls or agencies please.** **Requisition ID** : 25021638 Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.