Head of International Security

Biogen International GmbH

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  • Veröffentlicht:

    20 Februar 2024
  • Pensum:

    100%
  • Vertrag:

    Festanstellung
  • Arbeitsort:

    Baar

Head of International Security

Head of International Security

  • Full-time
  • Region: EU+/Canada
  • Department: Security

Job Description

About the role

The Head of International Security Operations is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing and directing all security operations within the region EMEA, APAC and LATAM. You will lead a team of security professionals and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to develop, implement, and manage comprehensive security strategies, policies, and procedures to safeguard the organization's assets, employees, customers, and reputation.

As Head of International Security Operations you play a critical role in ensuring the safety security, and resilience of the organization's operations and assets within the assigned regions. We require a dynamic leader who can navigate complex security challenges, build strong relationships, and drive a culture of security awareness throughout the organization.

Location: Baar, Switzerland plus global business travel

What you'll do:

  • Strategic Leadership: Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction for security operations across multiple geographies, aligning with the overall organizational goals and objectives.
  • Security Strategy Development: Develop and implement a comprehensive security strategy for the region, including threat assessment, risk management, crisis response, and mitigation plans.
  • Team Management: Lead and manage a diverse team of security professionals, including hiring, training, mentoring, and performance evaluation.
  • Incident Management: Develop and oversee incident response protocols, ensuring rapid and effective response to security incidents, breaches, and emergencies.
  • Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, human resources, IT, and senior management, to ensure security measures are integrated into all aspects of the organization.
  • Risk Assessment: Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify potential security gaps and develop strategies to address them.
  • Physical Security: Oversee the implementation and management of physical security measures, including access control systems, CCTV, perimeter security, and emergency response plans.
  • Cybersecurity: Collaborate with the IT security team to ensure the implementation and maintenance of robust cybersecurity measures to protect digital assets and data.
  • Product/Supply Chain Security: Collaborate with Global Product Security team in implementing risk mitigation, monitoring threats, and investigating product and supply chain security incidents.
  • Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards pertaining to security and privacy.
  • Training and Awareness: Develop and deliver security training programs for employees and contractors to promote security awareness and best practices.
  • Budget Management: Manage the security operations budget, including resource allocation, procurement, and cost control.
  • Vendor Management: Collaborate with external vendors and partners to ensure the delivery of effective security services and solutions.
  • Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on security operations, incidents, and mitigation strategies to senior management.

Who you are:

You gained in prior roles in-depth knowledge of physical security practices, cybersecurity principles, risk assessment, and emergency response protocols. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and influence stakeholders at all levels. Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams. Experience in crisis management and incident response. Familiarity with local, national, and regional regulations related to security.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in security management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Professional certifications such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or relevant equivalents are highly desirable.
  • Proven experience in security management, preferably in a biotechnology or healthcare-related industry.
  • In-depth knowledge of physical security practices, cybersecurity principles, risk assessment, and emergency response protocols.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
  • Experience in crisis management and incident response.
  • Familiarity with local, national, and regional regulations related to security.
  • Professional certifications such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) are a plus.
  • Fluent in English, other languagues a plus

Additional Information

Why Biogen?

Our mission to find therapies for neurological and rare diseases is a unique focus within our industry and this shared purpose is what connects us as a team. We work together to overcome obstacles and to follow the science. We are resilient as we strive to make an impact on our patients’ lives and on changing the course of medicine. Together, we pioneer. Together, we thrive.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts

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