Head of Corporate Security and Chief Security Officer (L3) | Head of Corporate Security (L3) w/m/d

Daimler Truck AG

Leinfelden-Echterdingen, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Dec 5, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This critical leadership role seeks a dedicated Head of Corporate Security and Chief Security Officer to design, implement, and continuously evolve Daimler Truck AG's global security strategy. The incumbent will serve as the central point of contact for all internal and external security matters, advising the Board of Management and acting as a negotiation partner with works councils. Responsibilities encompass leading a large, global team (200+ employees) across core security areas including emergency and crisis management, investigations, information protection, executive protection, site security, and security risk management. The ideal candidate possesses extensive international leadership experience, strong strategic capabilities, and fluency in both German and English, ready to take overall responsibility for the company's security posture on a global scale.

Required Skills

Education

Completed university degree (BA, MBA, MSc, PhD) or completed specialized training (senior or higher service) in police, military, or non-police hazard prevention

Experience

  • Several years of professional experience with security authorities or in similar corporate roles
  • International leadership experience
  • Experience in leading and developing executives across multiple levels
  • Experience in managing global security strategy

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Appointment as Security Officer in accordance with official classified information protection regulations; Willingness to travel; Willingness to participate in associations and committees