Senior Security Advisor

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina; Durham (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina seeks a Senior Safety & Security Advisor to lead enterprise safety, security operations, incident response, and executive protection support. This senior individual contributor role requires discretion, sound judgment, and the ability to manage investigations and protective assignments across locations.

You will collaborate with security leadership, coordinate with law enforcement as needed, and support risk assessments, policy enforcement, and vendor

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience; without degree must have 7 years related experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• CPR, AED, and first aid certification required within first 30 days.
• Eligible to obtain a concealed weapon license.

Responsibilities

• Support enterprise security operations, incident triage, and investigations.
• Respond to security incidents, emergencies, and events affecting people or facilities.
• Document, report, and escalate security concerns per established protocols.
• Provide backup operational support to the Manager during absences or surge periods.
• Coordinate with local, state, or federal law enforcement as needed.
• Assist with executive and Board protection during business hours and travel.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Driver's License

Executive Protection

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description

The Senior Safety & Security Advisor is a senior individual contributor role responsible for supporting enterprise safety, security operations, incident response, and risk mitigation across a family of companies. This role provides hands‑on operational support for workplace safety, physical security, employee preparedness, investigations, and security program execution, while also supporting executive and Board protection needs as assigned.
Operating under the direction of the Manager of Corporate Security & Executive Protection, the Sr. Safety & Security Advisor plays a critical role in maintaining a safe, secure, and prepared environment for employees, visitors, leaders, Board members, and company assets. The position requires discretion, sound judgment, operational discipline, and the ability to respond effectively to security incidents, workplace safety concerns, and elevated‑risk situations.
The role is operational in nature and may require travel, evening, weekend, and on‑call work to support enterprise security coverage, incident response, special events, and protective assignments when needed.

What You’ll Do

This role will often require working flexible hours, nights, and possible weekends.

Enterprise Security Operations & Incident Response

• Support day-to-day corporate security operations across enterprise locations, including incident triage, response coordination, and investigations support.
• Respond to and assist with security incidents, emergencies, workplace threats, and events impacting people, facilities, or operations.
• Assist with documentation, reporting, follow‑up actions, and escalation of security concerns in alignment with established protocols.
• Provide backup operational support to the Manager during absences, heightened security needs, or surge periods.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and local, state, or federal law enforcement partners as needed.

Protective Services Support

• Support executive and Board protection services during business hours, after‑hours events, and travel assignments as directed.
• Assist with advance security planning, site assessments, route analysis, and threat identification for executive movements and special events.
• Maintain confidentiality, situational awareness, and professionalism in all protective engagements.

Enterprise Security Program Support

• Support the execution of enterprise‑wide safety and security programs and initiatives.
• Assist with risk assessments, audits, and identification of security vulnerabilities.
• Help implement security procedures, protocols, and enhancements developed by Security leadership.
• Provide subject‑matter expertise and recommendations based on field observations and operational experience.

Policy & Compliance Support

• Enforce and adhere to enterprise security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Support compliance with applicable laws, licensing requirements, and internal governance standards.
• Identify gaps or risks in policy application and elevate recommendations to the Manager.

Vendor & Partner Coordination (Non‑Ownership)

• Work alongside contract security personnel to support daily operations and special assignments.
• Provide operational direction and feedback to vendor staff as authorized by Security leadership.
• Escalate vendor performance issues or concerns to the Manager for resolution.

Employee Safety & Awareness Support

• Assist with employee safety education, awareness efforts, and preparedness initiatives.
• Support drills, exercises, and training activities related to emergency response and workplace safety.
• Serve as a visible and trusted security presence for employees and leaders.

What You’ll Give

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience, no degree must have 7 years of related experience.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• CPR, AED, and first aid certified required within the first 30 days of employment.
• Eligible to obtain a concealed weapon license.

What We Like

• Prior corporate security experience in a financial or healthcare environment
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Prior experience driving corporate vehicles and transportation of employees
• Background in executive‑level security, ideal

What You’ll Get

• The opportunity to work at the cutting edge of health care delivery with a team that’s deeply invested in the community
• Work-life balance, flexibility, and the autonomy to do great work
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage along with numerous health and wellness programs
• Parental leave and support plus adoption and surrogacy assistance
• Career development programs and tuition reimbursement for continued education
• 401k match including an annual company contribution
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Salary Range

At Blue Cross NC, we take great pride in a fair and equitable compensation package that reflects market-price and our starting salaries are typically planned near the middle of the range listed. Compensation decisions are driven by factors including experience and training, specialized skill sets, licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs.Our base salary is part of a robust Total Rewards package that includes an Annual Incentive Bonus*, 401(k) with employer match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and competitive health benefits and wellness programs.

*Based on annual corporate goal achievement and individual performance.

$81,068.00 - $129,708.00

Skills

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Emergency Response, Emergency Response Training, First Aid, First Aid Equipment, Incident Investigations, Incident Response, Law Enforcement, Physical Security, Safety Security, Security Awareness, Security Clearances, Security Consulting, Security Management, Security Operations