Manager, Security Operations

AbbVie • North Chicago, IL

21h

About The Position

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 role protects employees, facilities, assets, and business operations through security programs, emergency preparedness, incident response, training, and cross-functional coordination. It oversees 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 affecting AbbVie personnel or operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an area of study relevant to the position or equivalent experience.
• 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 ability to lead during routine operations and high-impact events.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to communicate effectively with site leadership and senior management.
• Strong project management, stakeholder coordination, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to travel to assigned affiliate locations based on operational and business needs.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree.
• ASIS certification, such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or Physical Security Professional (PSP).
• Knowledge of physical security systems and security technology.
• Familiarity with and proficiency in Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, including appropriately applying AI to improve analysis, reporting, administrative efficiency, and security operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, develop, and direct site Security Operations and 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 responses 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.

Benefits

• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Eligible to participate in long-term incentive programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager