Global Security Director: Strategy, Risk & Protection

Abbott Laboratories; United States; On-site; USD 149,000 - 299,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories is seeking a Global Security Director to lead comprehensive security strategies protecting products, facilities, personnel, and intellectual property. You will drive risk-informed decisions, cultivate external partnerships, and align security initiatives with business objectives.

The role requires extensive leadership, strategic thinking, and collaboration across multinational teams to safeguard Abbott’s assets and brand.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with strong background in security domains.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in a corporate or government environment.
• Must have a current high level security clearance.
• Experience working with international law enforcement agencies (Interpol, Europol).

Responsibilities

• Formulate and manage internal and external security relationships.
• Lead Abbott’s Global Security strategy ensuring business continuity.
• Develop and implement security initiatives with measurable outcomes; report progress.
• Engage with internal and external partners for real-time intelligence exchange.
• Provide risk-based guidance to protect people, facilities, and intellectual property.

Skills

Security leadership

Risk assessment

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Policy and governance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

High level security clearance

International security management experience

Job description

Abbott Laboratories is seeking a Global Security Director to lead comprehensive security strategies protecting products, facilities, personnel, and intellectual property. You will drive risk-informed decisions, cultivate external partnerships, and align security initiatives with business objectives.

The role requires extensive leadership, strategic thinking, and collaboration across multinational teams to safeguard Abbott’s assets and brand.