Senior Manager, Security Intelligence, and Investigation

Smithfield Foods; Smithfield (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package available

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Senior Manager of Security to lead corporate investigations and intelligence programs. You will partner with cross‑functional teams to manage complex investigations and present findings to inform risk decisions.

The role requires guiding security projects, collaborating with law enforcement, and delivering actionable briefings to executives. Strong leadership, communication, and strategic thinking are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 8+ years in threat and vulnerability management, crisis management, risk compliance, identity/access management, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee security programs including Crisis and Incident Management, Intelligence Collection, Workplace Investigations, Physical Security, Threat Assessments, and Access Control.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

People management

Crisis management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree + 8+ years experience

Job description

Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special - a company that’s sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

THE VALUE YOU'LL BRING:

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.

The Senior Manager of Security oversees corporate security investigations and intelligence programs, leading complex research and analysis using various automated systems to gather relevant data. This role involves collaborating with cross‑functional teams to conduct diverse, complex, and sensitive investigations into critical issues affecting the company. The Senior Manager of Security is also responsible for delivering written and oral presentations of investigative results, which support and inform risk management decisions.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Leadership: Manage and ensure the effective execution of key security programs and related personnel, including Crisis and Incident Management, Intelligence Collection, Workplace Investigations, Physical Security, Threat Assessments, and Access Control.

• Anticipation: Identify emerging security risks and operational needs, recommending and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies to protect people, assets, and operations.

• Briefings: Prepare and deliver clear, actionable briefings on security‑related matters to business leaders and stakeholders, representing Corporate Security as needed.

• Project Management: Coordinate and manage security projects and initiatives from planning through implementation, ensuring objectives, timelines, and deliverables are achieved.

• Collaboration: Partner with law enforcement agencies and internal stakeholders to investigate and resolve security incidents, including accidents, theft, workplace misconduct, and other reported concerns.

• Investigations: Lead and conduct internal and external security investigations, ensuring timely, thorough, and well‑documented resolutions.

• Planning: Develop, implement, and monitor security plans in partnership with Contract Security providers to safeguard facilities, access points, and employee work environments.

• People Management: Foster a positive employee experience through effective leadership, coaching, performance management, and professional development of team members.

WHAT WE'RE SEEKING:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four‑year college or university and 8+ years of progressive experience working in threat and vulnerability management, crisis management, risk compliance, identity/access management, or other related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.

• Leadership: 2 years’ experience in a position of leadership to include team development and management, required.

• Preferred Background: Prior law enforcement experience or significant Corp security experience.

• Communication Skills: Exceptional communicator and presenter with expert‑level verbal and written skills.

• Project Management: Proven ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a demanding environment.

• Professionalism: High degree of professionalism, decision‑making ability, judgment, tact, discretion, poise, instinct, and diplomacy.

• Strategic Thinking: Creative and strategic thinker with strong organizational, time‑management, and planning skills.

• Team Collaboration: Team player who works well with others in a dynamic, demanding environment.

• Interpersonal Skills: Respectful, approachable, and team‑oriented, fostering strong working relationships and a positive work environment

OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT:

Qualification List

• Motivation & Initiative: Energetic and motivated self‑starter with a strong desire to go the extra mile.

• Adaptability: Highly resourceful, adaptable, detail‑oriented, deadline‑driven, and flexible in a frequently changing environment.

• Availability: Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and travel (approximately 30%), remaining connected and available outside of regular business hours as needed.

The expected pay range for this position is $120,000 - $162,500 annually.

Smithfield Foods provides pay ranges that reflect its good faith estimate of th salary or hourly wage the company reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of hire. Individual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, location of the position, the candidate's qualifications and experience, internal equity, external market pay for comparable positions and budget considerations. At Smithfield Foods, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive total rewards package. Learn more about our benefits package here.

Relocation Package AvailableYes

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non‑job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.