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We have an exciting opportunity for a Site Security Manager to join our team in Westport, Co. Mayo. The position reports to the  Regional Security Director, Manufacturing  Security, Europe. The Site Security Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for all security-related issues at AbbVie manufacturing facilities in Sligo. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring full compliance with AbbVie’s Global Security standards and policies. The Security Manager oversees and implements the site’s security program to safeguard personnel, property, information, and products, helping to maintain a safe and compliant operating environment.

• Establish and manage relationships with Abbvie site leadership and crisis management teams.
• Act as the main POC for the business with the third-party security contractor carrying out guarding duties on site, overseeing performance standards and KPI adherence.
• Establish and manage relationships with security integrators and vendors, ensuring service level agreements (SLAs) are maintained.
• In close coordination with the Regional Security Director, develop, implement, and maintain the site physical security program to protect company assets, including access control, surveillance systems, and crisis response procedures.
• In close coordination with the Regional Security Director coordinate training drills and simulations/Tabletop exercises (TTXs) to ensure all personnel and CAT members are prepared for various crisis situations.
• Liaise with local authorities, emergency services, and other relevant agencies to foster effective communication and collaboration.
• Prepare for and support inspections by government and non-government agencies and foreign regulatory bodies. Ensure all security measures and documentation are up-to-date and comply with regulatory standards. Ensure security teams are properly prepared to receive such visits/inspections.
• Collaborate with site leadership and stakeholders to create and maintain a comprehensive business continuity plan that ensures minimal disruption during emergencies, business disruptions or significant incidents.
• Conduct thorough investigations of security incidents, breaches, and irregularities, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions.
• Lead and manage Site security-related capital investment projects, including upgrades to security technology, new security installations, and facility assessments.
• Assist in the development and management of the security budget, ensuring cost-effective measures are implemented and vendors are providing value for money.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and security audits to identify potential security threats and develop strategies to mitigate those risks in close coordination with the wider global security team.
• Coordinate the inputs of Global Security branches as they support the designated site- acting as the conduit between specialized Global Security functions and the site team where necessary.
• Undertake tasks allocated by the Regional Security Director which support the overall security program in the region, including the review, enhancement and certification of existing protocols and security procedures both regionally and centrally.
•  Lead and manage the on-site security staff: oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, scheduling, supervision, and performance assessments in close coordination with the site supervisor from the providing vendor.

• Certified qualifications relevant to the position or equivalent are required. Bachelor Degree and Certification in security management (e.g., ASIS Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Physical Security Professional  strongly preferred.
• At least 5 years of progressive leadership experience in corporate security, law enforcement, or a related field. Knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
• Must demonstrate strong management and leadership presence, and ability to lead a team. 
• Demonstrated expertise in physical security principles, crisis management, and practical risk assessment in a corporate, pharmaceutical, or critical infrastructure environment.
• Advanced knowledge of security technology, including access control systems, video surveillance (CCTV), intrusion detection systems, and the implementation or upgrade of security systems.
• Advanced communication skills, both verbal and written with the ability to effectively influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior management. As the role is part of a Global Team and involved cross-regional collaboration, a high standard of spoken and written English is also expected.
• Strong knowledge of physical security principles, crisis management practices, and experience in delivering tabletop exercises and security training programs to enhance awareness and preparedness.
• Familiarity with compliance requirements related to relevant government agencies in country of deployment is preferred.
• Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams, navigate a matrixed organizational structure, and build relationships in a multinational and multicultural environment.
• Demonstrable experience and skills in the development and roll-out of security protocols & SOPs preferred.

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