Security Manager

DescriptionAs an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking, and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.The Manager, Security has the primary responsibility of supervising physical security and protecting company assets and property for the applicable location/site of the company. The incumbent is the responsible company interface to the site's contract security guard force. Additionally, this role is the interface to security at all off-site locations in the respective state the company/site is based in. The incumbent will develop, manage, and implement security programs, procedures, and systems to continuously improve security and safety at the operating site, and to ensure compliance with all Federal, State, Local and Corporate requirements, and expectations. In addition, this role handles event security, executive protection, and security coordination issues when they arise and monitors issues for corrective or protective action.Duties & ResponsibilitiesManages programs to maintain and continuously improve physical security for all applicable sites/locationsPrograms include, but are not limited to, security monitoring and surveillance, access control systems and procedures, executive security, loss prevention, event security, investigations, and other programs as neededPrograms and procedures shall ensure compliance with Federal, State, Local and Corporate requirements and strategies aligned with Regional expectationsDevelops awareness programs for the site regarding Safety & Security to improve the culture on-siteManages all aspects of the contract security guard force, including interface with the contractor's on-site management, budgeting, contract oversight and delegation of additional contractor duties as requiredWorks with contract security management to develop procedures for security guard operations on site, and periodically review adherence to proceduresProvides security support and coordination to all departments, including Human Resources, for sensitive issues as requiredEnsures procedures are in place to provide security support to emergency response organizations when neededSupports site engineering projects by reviewing plans, recommending appropriate security measures, and ensuring implementationProvides logistics support for company-sponsored special events and manages security aspects of special eventsManages activities, which are related yet varied in nature and objectiveWorks on problems where analysis of situations or data requires evaluation of various factorsThis position may have 0-5 BI direct reportsEnsures proper operation of the contract security guard force which may include on-site managers who oversee a guard force of up to 40Implements operational policies and practices in area managedDevelops and establishes operational objectives within area managed, and delegates assignmentsIf applicable this role will be part of the site's crisis management teamRequirementsBachelors degree and five (5) years’ experience in Security ManagementORMinimum ten (10 +) years’ experience plus professional training in the corporate security fieldExperience in law enforcement or intelligence is a plusPrior experience in a supervisory role in the security field is preferableExperience managing a third-party security vendor is a plusKnowledge of security technologies including surveillance systems and access control systemsGood investigative skills to handle and address incidentsStrong Microsoft Office Suite skills are necessaryAbility to communicate with all levels of management is requiredAbility to plan for events and take appropriate action when required by circumstancesStrong working knowledge of regulatory requirements related to security, for example Department of Homeland Security, is requiredAdvanced understanding of corporate security, law enforcement and/or intelligence techniquesOrganizational and leadership skills as well as the ability to manage by influenceBusiness and technical competence in the Security field and must be able to decide appropriate measures of access control and monitoring systems to be applied to any given situation that requires protectionAbility to manage many contracted staff, including scheduling and assignment of staff to specialized postsStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to plan and organizeDecision making and a focus on customer service are requiredAbility to plan (forecast) for future projects and company needs is importantAbility to coordinate Security activities in a crisisAbility to collaborate regionally and network globallyEligibility Requirements:Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictionMust be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)Must be 18 years of age or olderDesired Skills, Experience And AbilitiesOur CompanyWhy Boehringer Ingelheim?With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.Want to learn more? Visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com