Senior Director, Digital Transformation Specialist

4 weeks ago


Waterloo, Ontario, Canada OpenText Full time
Job Title: Senior Director, Digital Transformation

At OpenText, we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Director, Digital Transformation to join our team. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive global safety and security program.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement a global strategy for physical security systems and technologies that aligns with OpenText's overall security goals.
  • Build, lead, and mentor a team of security technology professionals, ensuring high levels of engagement and performance.
  • Lead the design and integration of physical security technology, including access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, perimeter security, and emergency response systems.
  • Oversee the Global Security Operations Center (GSOC), ensuring that monitoring and response capabilities are consistently maintained and aligned with real-time global threats and incidents.
  • Drive innovation by researching and implementing emerging technologies such as AI, IoT, and advanced analytics to enhance security capabilities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, cybersecurity, facilities, and legal, to ensure a unified approach to physical security systems.
  • Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of security systems across global offices.
  • Lead global projects involving system upgrades, migrations, and new deployments.
  • Ensure all security technology is maintained in line with operational performance goals and regulatory requirements.
  • Lead vendor selection processes, develop SoWs, partner with Procurement on contract negotiations and oversee performance metrics to ensure cost-effectiveness and system reliability.
  • Develop and oversee cost management process for physical security technology, including annual budget development and spend reconciliations.
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities while ensuring the quality and effectiveness of security systems.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for physical security systems technology within OpenText.

Requirements:

  • A dynamic, highly motivated individual who can help develop and execute a solid strategy for a comprehensive global safety and security program.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of global physical security standards, regulations, and best practices.
  • Extensive experience with access control systems, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and other physical security technologies.
  • Proven ability to manage global programs and oversee large-scale technology deployments.
  • Strong project management skills, with a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
  • Proven experience in managing global, cross-functional teams in a large, complex organization.
  • Extensive experience working with external vendors, including contract negotiations, vendor performance management, and project delivery.
  • Flexible and open to change to improve the global security strategic framework.
  • Excellent relationship management skills.
  • 10+ years of experience in physical security systems, with at least 3 years in a management role.
  • Bachelor's degree/diploma/certificate in security management, risk, business, or related field, or equivalent related professional experience.


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