Manager, Security Operations

AbbVie; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a Manager, Security Operations to lead site Security Operations across affiliate locations, ensuring protection of employees, facilities, and assets. You will oversee security personnel, emergency response, training, and cross-functional coordination to address incidents and risks that may affect AbbVie operations.

The role requires extensive leadership experience in security, strong communication with senior management, and the ability to coordinate across sites to implement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an area relevant to the position or equivalent experience; master's preferred.
• ASIS CPP or PSP certification preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive security leadership in a large organization or similar environment.
• Ability to lead security personnel and influence cross-functional partners across multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, develop, and direct site Security Operations for assigned affiliate locations.
• Provide management oversight for proprietary site security personnel, including performance and training.
• Serve as Global Security point of contact for assigned affiliates with site leadership.
• Develop and maintain security and emergency protocols with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Coordinate responses to adverse events including security incidents, fire, and other disruptions.
• Provide timely security assessments and communications to leadership and stakeholders.
• Establish standards, KPIs, and service expectations for Security Operations.
• Provide project management support for Global Security initiatives and site transitions.
• Lead or support Security Operations Center operations as assigned.
• Manage security service contracts, vendor relationships, and contract compliance.
• Oversee financials for security operations including invoices and budgets.
• Coordinate Global Security training and outreach for employees and sites.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and security standards.

Skills

Security leadership

Incident response

Cross-site coordination

Communication

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree

ASIS CPP/PSP certification

Tools

Security technology

Job description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Company Description

About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Job Description

The Manager, Security Operations provides leadership and management oversight for Site Security Operations, direct oversight or operational support of the Security Operations Center, and security support for assigned affiliate locations. The position is responsible for protecting employees, facilities, assets, and business operations through effective security programs, emergency preparedness, incident response, training, and cross-functional coordination. This role provides oversight for proprietary site security personnel, supports consistent security standards across assigned sites, and partners with internal stakeholders, external agencies, and affiliate leadership to prepare for and respond to emergencies, security events, and other risks that may affect AbbVie personnel or operations.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, plan, develop, and direct site Security Operations and site security support for assigned affiliate locations to achieve business and security objectives.
• Provide management oversight for proprietary site security personnel, including performance expectations, staffing coordination, training, and operational readiness.
• Serve as the Global Security point of contact for assigned affiliate locations, partnering with site leadership to assess needs, address risks, and coordinate security support.
• Develop, implement, and maintain security and emergency response protocols with cross-functional stakeholders to reduce risk, support incident response, and protect employees, facilities, assets, and business operations.
• Coordinate response to adverse events affecting site or assigned affiliate locations, including security incidents, fire, chemical, health, weather, utility, and other operational disruptions.
• Provide timely security assessments, notifications, and situation updates to leadership, impacted personnel, site stakeholders, and appropriate business partners.
• Establish, maintain, and monitor Standard Operating Procedures, service expectations, and Key Performance Indicators for site Security Operations and assigned affiliate site support.
• Provide project management support for Global Security initiatives, site transitions, security technology implementations, and operational improvement efforts.
• Provide direct leadership and oversight of Security Operations Center operations, or support the Center through coordination, incident escalation, situational awareness, and continuity of service, based on assigned responsibilities.
• Manage security service contracts, vendor relationships, service expectations, performance requirements, and contract compliance.
• Provide financial and administrative support for security operations, including invoice review and validation, budget tracking, purchase order coordination, and reconciliation of contract-related expenses.
• Coordinate Global Security training and outreach for employees, security personnel, affiliate sites, and relevant internal or external groups.
• Ensure compliance with applicable corporate and divisional policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and established security standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an area of study relevant to the position or equivalent experience is required; a master's degree is preferred.
• ASIS certification, such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or Physical Security Professional (PSP), is preferred.
• At least 10 years of progressive security leadership experience within a major corporation, law enforcement, military, or a comparable environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead security personnel and influence cross-functional partners across multiple sites and geographic locations.
• Experience supporting site security operations, emergency preparedness, incident response, investigations, and business continuity coordination.
• Strong management presence, sound judgment, and the ability to lead during routine operations and high-impact events.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with site leadership and senior management.
• Strong project management, stakeholder coordination, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Knowledge of physical security systems and security technology is preferred.
• Familiarity with and proficiency in Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, including the ability to appropriately apply AI to improve analysis, reporting, administrative efficiency, and security operations, is preferred.