Security Specialist - North America

Who We Are Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology. What We Offer Salary: $92,000.00 - $126,500.00 Location: Austin,TX You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more. At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits . Location: Austin, TX Reports to: Director of Security, North America Travel: Up to 20% Role: Individual contributor About Applied Materials Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display worldwide. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and industrial scale helps customers turn ideas into technologies—from smartphones and supercomputers to virtual reality headsets and autonomous vehicles. Our semiconductor and display technologies enable advances across consumer electronics, transportation, communications, and healthcare. We Deliver Material Innovation that Changes the World®. About the Role Join Global Security Operations (GSO) as a Security Specialist supporting North America. In this new role, you will combine physical security, asset protection, investigations, program management, CTPAT, and supply chain security expertise to help protect our people, intellectual property, and physical assets. Applied Materials’ growth is driving significant increases in headcount and critical facilities. Over the next five years, the company expects its most active research and development and manufacturing infrastructure pipeline to date. GSO develops, oversees, and executes security operations across company locations, including supply chain security activities. You will support regional security plans through audits, investigations, training and awareness, metrics, reporting, and analytical and project deliverables. You will also use AI tools to improve efficiency, analyze trends, create dashboards, and support program oversight. Working across business functions and with external response agencies, you will partner with Worldwide Operations, logistics, warehouse security, audit teams, business unit Supplier Account Managers (SAMs), and assigned CBP Supply Chain Security Specialists. Success requires attention to detail, initiative, proven corporate security experience, and a broad understanding of supply chain management, asset protection, and physical security operations. Program Focus Areas Physical security and asset protection CTPAT coordination and supply chain security Warehouse and business unit client audits Supplier onboarding training Investigations Workplace violence prevention and Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management (BTAM) support Laboratory and intellectual property security What You’ll Do Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and business partners to advance North America GSO priorities. Serve as the designated CTPAT Coordinator and primary liaison among Global Security, Global Trade, and U.S. Customs & Border Protection. Develop and implement security training…

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