Supervisor, Security Systems

About Abb Vie

Abb Vie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people’s lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio.

The Supervisor, Security Systems will be responsible for enterprise-wide security systems, including access control, surveillance, intrusion detection, and other programs required for the protection of Abb Vie resources and assets. This role provides strategic guidance and tactical support for new installations, upgrades to existing systems, and problem resolution for Abb Vie sites globally. It requires strong collaboration and influence with other Abb Vie functions and outside service providers.

• Accountable for planning, development, and deployment of security systems for Abb Vie locations globally.
• Develop (no coding) physical security plans (access control, surveillance, alarms) and configure applications to meet site requirements.
• Partner with BTS for infrastructure and/or application changes that require a system life‑cycle management process.
• Develop and communicate long‑range plans for security system deployment across the enterprise.
• Provide technical expertise for project scoping, planning, requirements gathering, and technical support of security systems. Responsible for project budgets.
• Evaluate and benchmark Abb Vie’s security system posture against industry standards and make appropriate recommendations for identified gaps, anticipating future technologies and required competencies.
• Develop and maintain relationships and performance standards for third‑party integrators and contractors.
• Responsible for policies, procedures, and training related to security systems, including badging activities, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements such as the CDC and DEA.
• Lead and develop a security systems team responsible for access control, technical support, system upgrades, and other security initiatives as required.
• Manage installations and conversions of the access control systems globally, including managing third‑party vendors providing support and direction as needed.
• Ensure compliance with applicable corporate and departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintain and pursue appropriate system certifications for self and staff.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with 7–8 years of experience in security systems implementation and deployment, or related fields.
• Demonstrated progressive leadership experience in people or large, complex project management.
• Experience with security integration and project management ability; lead and develop a qualified security system team.
• Genetec certification.
• High level of communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Competitive base pay range based on job grade, geographic location, and other factors.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Eligibility to participate in short‑term incentive programs.

Abb Vie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled.

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