Director and Chief Security Officer – World Bank Group

Location: Washington DC, United States

Sector: Multilateral Development Finance

Role: Director and CSO reporting to the Managing Director and WBG Chief Administrative Officer.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Develop and execute a global security strategy that aligns with the WBG mission and anticipates emerging threats.
• Serve as the principal security advisor to the WBG Executive Leadership, providing strategic insights and actionable recommendations.
• Lead the Corporate Security Unit, overseeing operations, budget, and quality of service across the WBG.
• Build and maintain partnerships with UN agencies, IFIs, government officials, and diplomatic missions to coordinate regional and global security initiatives.
• Support the Crisis Management Framework and Incident Response Coordination for the WBG.

Selection Criteria

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in security management, public policy, risk management or related field; 15+ years of global security leadership in high‑threat environments.
• Experience: Enterprise governance, crisis decision‑making, senior overseas security management; preferred multilateral or international corporate background.
• Risk Management: Extensive experience leading global security operations; recognized expertise in global risk management and crisis leadership.
• Strategic Leadership: Proven ability to analyze complex policy issues and deliver sound strategic advice; intellectual leadership across disciplines.
• Project and Team Management: Track record of leading large, cross‑functional projects and multicultural teams.
• Communication and Influence: Exceptional negotiation, influencing skills and strategic communication; ability to distill complex issues.
• Financial and Organizational Acumen: Expertise in budget management, procurement, contract governance, internal controls.
• Behavioral: Sense of urgency, thoughtful risk‑taking, empowerment and accountability.

Benefits

The WBG offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; paid leave; parental leave; and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Statement: We are an equal opportunity and inclusive employer; we do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.