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Sr. Spclst, Global Security

MerckRahway, NJMay 3rd, 2026
Job Title: Senior Specialist, Global Security — Financial Integrity (P3)Location: RahwayJob Type: Full-timeHiring Manager: Lee Candelino, Executive Director, Financial IntegrityAbout the RoleThe Global Security Group (GSG) protects our company's people, assets and reputation worldwide. The Senior Specialist, Global Security — Financial Integrity will lead and execute complex financial-integrity investigations related to 340B products, ensuring program compliance, preventing diversion and duplicate discounts, and strengthening internal controls. This role requires investigative expertise, cross-functional collaboration, data analysis capability (Power BI experience preferred), and strong judgment to escalat and remediate matters in line with company policy and regulatory expectations.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage complex proactive and reactive investigations involving 340B products to identify, assess and resolve potential diversion, duplicate discount claims and other non-compliant activity; drive investigations from intake through final disposition and remediation.Serve as the subject-matter expert (SME) for 340B-related financial integrity issues, advising internal stakeholders (commercial, legal, compliance, integrated account management, pharmacy partners) on risk, findings and next steps, including self-disclosures where appropriate.Oversee accurate, timely documentation of investigations in case-management systems (CORE/Resolver), including case intake, evidence preservation, investigative steps, findings, remediation actions and closures.Maintain and report monthly metrics on 340B cases, recoveries and other key performance indicators; produce summaries and trend analyses for leadership and cross-functional partners.Manage and maintain the 340B Power BI dashboard: coordinate activation, validate data feeds, build and refine reports and visualizations, recommend adjustments to improve analytical coverage and investigative efficiency.Develop, implement and maintain SOPs, playbooks and templates for 340B investigative processes (e.g., self-disclosure letters, duplicate discount reviews, diversion investigations, metrics analysis).Coordinate with Legal, Compliance, Audit, Commercial Operations and external stakeholders to ensure timely remediation, recoveries and reporting; support preparation for internal and external audits and inquiries.Maintain awareness of evolving regulatory and program requirements affecting 340B and related financial integrity risks.Escalate significant issues, systemic risks or potential regulatory exposures promptly and provide recommended risk mitigation and remediation plans.Provide judgment and risk management in complex matters, making decisions in ambiguous environments and escalating appropriately.Communicate effectively in writing and verbally, producing clear investigative reports, executive summaries and SOPs; influence cross-functional partners and present findings to senior stakeholders.Lead multiple concurrent investigations and projects, prioritize work, meet deadlines and drive to closure; develop and maintain SOPs and control processes.Operate as an independent contributor at a senior specialist level, upholding ethical and compliance commitments.Education & QualificationsBachelor's degree in Public Health, Criminal Justice, Business, Data Analytics, Statistics or related field required; advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., CFE, CCEP, CIA) preferred.Minimum 3–5 years of progressively responsible experience in investigations, financial integrity, compliance, audit or related roles within life sciences, healthcare or pharmaceuticals.Advanced proficiency in Excel; hands-on experience with Power BI or equivalent BI tools.Experience using case-management or investigations platforms (Resolver, CORE or equivalent).Demonstrated completion of internal compliance training and ability to meet regulatory training requirements.Required SkillsAnalytical thinkingCompliance training and confidentialityCounterintelligence investigationsCriminal justice knowledgeCrisis managementCross-functional collaborationDashboard creation and database managementProcess and project managementRisk prevention and reductionStakeholder managementOther DetailsJob Posting End Date: 05/5/2026Requisition ID: R395870Salary Range: $96,200.00 – $151,400.00Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, healthcare, retirement benefits (401(k)), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.Equity & Equal Employment OpportunityAs an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected characteristics. We comply with affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about your rights under U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit the EEOC website.J-18808-Ljbffr