steven vargas

Providing strategic guidance (to the VP of Global Security Operations & Regional Security Directors) to identify opportunities for reducing vulnerabilities & developing security initiatives for effective implementation. Responsible for optimizing existing process flows & reducing operational costs by improving efficiencies and collaborating with regional leaders and business unit decision makers to drive operational deliverables. Proactively managing AOP budget, forecasting & capital projects ensuring targets are meet effectively. Direct audits and risk assessments identifying areas of opportunity to enhance the security posture. Oversee various programs (global standards, audits, red team & corporate event security). Collaborate with Regional Leaders on enhancing synergies, developing, documenting, & implementing policies & procedures to improve the overall performance throughout their assigned regions. Continuously monitoring industry trends & best practices to interpret the potential implications to the operation & creation of relevant initiatives.

Responsible for planning & supporting the strategic physical security initiatives for over 60 sites throughout the western region of the United States & Canada. Developed the security risk assessment process in partnership with regional security partners. Conducted complex investigations into unlawful activity & violations of company policies & maintained positive collaborative partnerships with various partners. Directed threat assessments & audits providing opportunities for management strategy implementation. Lead the Red Team program across assigned region & presented quarterly reports to key stakeholders sharing exercise results, risks identified and key recommendations addressing these risks. Delivered on capital projects & programs as security landscape warranted. Oversaw the assessments, integration and transition of all 21 Century Fox assets globally.

Directed the crisis management program, investigations, and loss prevention initiatives. Managed and conducted training, capital projects, and security systems maintenance. Responsible for the security requirements of all dignitaries and heads of state. Streamlined the incident report management process, reducing monthly claim submissions by approximately 60% providing a monthly average savings of $3,000 in claim fees. Implemented and directed the Crisis Management Team (CMT) on table-top exercises, drills and reviewing After Action Reports.

Lead operations, investigations and developed policies addressing identified risks. Developed and managed table tops, drills and other exercises in crisis management ensuring confidence and adaptability of Risk Management Committee members. Liaised with law enforcement agencies when implementing the executive protection programs for high profile clientele. Reduced general liability by 74% and workers compensation losses by 53% (2011- 2013). Developed Risk Management Committee to protect against internal and external risks. 41% increase on the Corporate Risk Audit during 2011 through 2013 (2011: 70.93%, 2012: 99.51%, 2013: 100%).

Systematically developed and manage security programs directed at mitigating risks to protect assets while promoting a “safety first” culture. Partner with senior executives to identify global threats and implement key initiatives, which are inline with corporate policies ensuring assets are protected. Supervise projects, investigations and perform security assessments on multiple properties to identify exposures and develop programs mitigating risks. Liaise with law enforcement agencies to provide training and support on security strategies and program. Successfully exceeded all Corporate Risk Management directives, policies and procedures resulting in a 100% Risk Audit score for 2 consecutive years. Restructured general liability and workers compensation standard operation procedures resulting in a 70% reduction in claims (2013-2014) and $78K savings in annual premiums (2014-2016). Negotiated vendor contracts resulting in over $55K in annual savings.

Established an enterprise-wide comprehensive threat-based, intelligence led risk management program in line with business operations throughout assigned properties in the region. Conducted complex investigations & worked with internal stakeholders (HR, Legal & Corporate Security) to identify opportunities for improvement of internal controls. Managed security initiatives by identifying risks & applying the appropriate mitigation strategies. Developed training with Global Security, Risk & Compliance in anti-fraud, workplace security, situational awareness, travel risk, emergency notification procedures & human trafficking awareness. Developed strong relationships with local, regional governmental emergency response groups & law enforcement officials.