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Ezee Fiber

Director, Health, Safety & Environmental

Ezee Fiber, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Director of Corporate Security and Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE)

We are seeking a highly experienced, forward-thinking Director of Corporate Security and HSE to lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of all security and HSE programs across the company. From job sites and fiber hubs to regional offices and headquarters, this leader will be responsible for protecting our people, infrastructure, assets, and reputation.

Ezee Fiber

is a rapidly scaling, multi-state fiber internet provider delivering affordable, lightning-fast, and reliable multi-gig internet service to homes and businesses across Texas, New Mexico, Washington, and beyond. We are building the most resilient, customer-focused internet infrastructure in the country—and safety, security, and operational continuity are critical to that mission.

Key Areas of Ownership

1. Corporate & Physical Security

Design and implement a comprehensive

physical security program

to protect all Ezee Fiber assets: fiber routes, data hubs, Points of Presence (POPs), construction zones, and regional facilities. Oversee

access control systems, surveillance, incident reporting , and vendor protocols at all sites. Perform ongoing

threat assessments ; define scalable protocols to mitigate risks from vandalism, theft, cyber-physical attacks, or insider threats. Lead

executive protection planning

and travel risk mitigation for key personnel as needed. 2. Health & Safety Leadership

Establish and lead robust health and safety programs tailored to

fiber construction, underground/aerial deployment, network maintenance , and office/warehouse environments. Implement

Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), safety audits, safety training, accident reporting , and corrective actions across all operations. Ensure regulatory compliance (OSHA, state/local) and lead relationships with regulatory bodies. Drive a

zero-incident culture

with high standards of accountability. 3. Environmental Compliance & Sustainability

Develop and enforce

environmental controls

for erosion, dust, emissions, waste, stormwater, and vegetation management in construction and field operations. Support broader

ESG goals

and sustainable practices in fiber deployment and office operations. Maintain permits, documentation, and compliance with federal, state, and local environmental requirements. 4. Business Continuity & Emergency Preparedness

Design and implement

enterprise-wide business continuity and disaster recovery plans , covering scenarios such as:

Severe weather Infrastructure damage Cyber or physical attacks

Ensure

redundancy

for critical infrastructure and rapid response protocols to protect uptime and customer service. Lead cross-functional

tabletop exercises and emergency response drills . 5. Enterprise Risk Management

Develop a practical, living

risk register

in collaboration with engineering, operations, HR, and IT. Proactively identify emerging risks (safety, operational, environmental, reputational) and design

mitigation strategies . Build structured incident response processes and reporting pipelines. 6. Leadership, Culture, and Team Building

Be the internal champion for a

“Safety, Security, and Service First” culture

across all teams. Build and lead a high-performing

HSE and Security team , including field safety specialists and regional compliance leads. Serve as a thought leader across the company—communicating clearly, earning trust, and influencing behavior at all levels. Recommend the

tools, systems, and resources

needed to scale our programs with Ezee Fiber's rapid growth. Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Security Management, or related field required; Master’s degree a plus. Recognized certifications strongly preferred:

CSP, CHST, CPP, OSHA 30/510, ISO 45001 Auditor

Experience

7–10+ years leading corporate HSE or security programs, ideally within

telecom, utilities, infrastructure, or high-growth field-based environments . Proven success

building HSE and security programs from scratch . Experience developing

business continuity and disaster recovery

frameworks across multiple locations. Familiarity with

federal, state, and local

telecom construction and safety regulations. Skills & Attributes

Deep knowledge of

fiber construction safety , trenching/aerial deployment practices, and utility ROW regulations. Strong

leadership and communication

skills with the ability to influence senior executives and field teams alike. Hands-on, practical, solutions-driven mindset—equally effective on the job site or in the boardroom. Ability to lead during ambiguity and scale safety and security culture in a

fast-growing, decentralized

organization. Strong vendor management, budgeting, and project planning experience. Our Values

At Ezee Fiber, we put

Speed, Simplicity, and Service

at the heart of everything we do. As the Director of Corporate Security and HSE, you'll ensure our mission is carried out safely, reliably, and responsibly across every region we serve.

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