Americas Regional Security & Business Continuity Director

ABBVIE; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 182,000 - 346,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

AbbVie seeks a Director of Global Security & Business Support for the Americas to lead regional security strategy, policy, crisis management, and operations across LATAM, North America, and Caribbean markets.

The role partners with senior leaders to strengthen resilience, manage budgets and staffing, and ensure security risk is identified and mitigated across manufacturing and commercial sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in security roles including corporate/security operations.
• Experience in manufacturing, biopharma, or highly regulated environments recommended.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional security strategy, governance, and execution for Americas operations.
• Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and controls aligned with AbbVie requirements.
• Oversee crisis management, incident escalation, and continuity planning for the region.

Skills

Security leadership

Budget management

Cross-cultural work

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree

Job description

AbbVie seeks a Director of Global Security & Business Support for the Americas to lead regional security strategy, policy, crisis management, and operations across LATAM, North America, and Caribbean markets.

The role partners with senior leaders to strengthen resilience, manage budgets and staffing, and ensure security risk is identified and mitigated across manufacturing and commercial sites.