Regional Security Manager - US Operations

Company: Novo Nordisk
Location: Plainsboro
Posted on: October 30, 2025

Job Description:

About the Department The Finance & Operations department brings insights and intelligence to inform decision making & drives digitalization and business solutions to attain NNI goals. Finance & Operations works closely across the organization to guide enterprise-wide resource allocations, investment choices, drive core operations and develop insights to drive growth and operational excellence across the value chain while innovating for future capabilities. Our focus on innovation ensures we're constantly building future capabilities. We're responsible for regulating accounting, upholding workplace safety, managing our supply chain and sampling, supporting technological and data innovation, maintaining our facilities and assuring the integrity and completeness of all business transactions. At Novo Nordisk, you will have the opportunity to build a career in a global business environment. We encourage our employees to make the most of their talent, and we reward hard work and dedication with opportunities for continuous learning and personal development. Are you ready to maximize your potential with us? The Position The Regional Security Manager US Ops position has responsibility for the development, implementation and management of security policies, standards, evaluations, roles and corporate awareness. The scope of this role includes, but is not limited to, all utilized security technologies and services, personal protection services, perimeter defenses, supply chain security, general investigations, security related compliance issues, physical and logical access control and profile management of all employees, contractors and visitors. This role will provide security support for all US operations, offices and facilities NN to ensure and support regional and global coordination alignment and mature security efforts across the US. Relationships This position reports to the US Security & Strategy Ops Director and will interact with the site security champions, facilities group, contract security force, security vendors, as well as various internal stakeholders. The manager develops networks internally and externally to influence and drive security initiatives. Essential Functions Support the Security Director’s efforts to develop an effective strategy to assess and mitigate risk, manage crises and incidents, maintain continuity of operations and safeguard employees and the organization Identifies, develops, implements and maintains security processes, practices and policies throughout the Region to reduce risks, respond to incidents and limit exposure and liability in all areas of information, financial, physical, personal and reputational risk Oversees incident response planning as well as investigation of security breaches Supports supply chain security investigations and planning Leads guard force contract management including KPI enforcement Conducts risks assessments of offices, manufacturing and R&D sites Researches and assists in the deployment of state-of-the-art technology solutions and innovative security management techniques to safeguard personnel and assets including intellectual property and trade secrets. Establishes appropriate standards and associated risk controls Develops and sustains appropriate level relationships with officials in law enforcement, intelligence and other relevant governmental functions as well as private sector counterparts Through relationships within NN and/or other external resources, coordinates and implements site security operations and activities to ensure protection of executives, managers, employees, customers, stakeholders and visitors as well as all physical and information assets. Ensures optimal use of personnel and equipment to achieve results Briefs Director of Security and Site Leadership on the status of security issues and emerging threats Assists sites with development of security budget and planning for security capital expenditures Participates in crisis management,business continuity planning and training efforts Capable of leading crisis response as needed Key Skills and CompetenciesDemonstrated leadership skills to provide direction for management and professional staff within the organization Emotional intelligence and strong business acumen to understand impact and sensitivity surrounding a wide variety of business issues Strategic thinker who can understand, interpret, analyze and develop consensus within an organizational climate of diverse operational activities Ability to comprehend often-conflicting regulations imposed by agencies with regulatory jurisdiction Effective communicator who can clearly convey the status of security and related issues surrounding enterprise risk management decisions to all levels of the organization including executive management, governance board committees and oversight groups Demonstrated analytical skills, leadership experience and exceptional relationship management competencies to understand impact and sensitivity of security issues Demonstrated commitment to innovative thought and actions in a fast paced business environment Physical Requirements 15-25% overnight travel required. Development Of People Supervisory to Security Champions and as needed to support Director of Security in supervising NN Security staff. Manage the application and communication of all Novo Nordisk policies, procedures, and Novo Nordisk Way. Qualifications Business level fluency in English (Read, Write & Speak) A 4-year degree, or international equivalent, from an accredited college or university. An advanced degree or equivalent in an area of study relevant to this role is highly desirable Relevant continued education programs, certificates and/or certifications a plus (CPP, CFE, etc) 7 years of combined experience in security management, physical security, and/or related fields within the private or public sector, including 3 years of mid-level management within a corporate security organization of comparable size and scope Experience managing capital and expense budgets for complex, geographically dispersed security operations Working knowledge of security systems, CCTV and access control systems Novo Nordisk is currently in the process of adjusting job titles globally. Please note that the job title listed in this advertisement may be subject to change. More detailed information will be provided during the recruitment process. The base compensation range for this position is $116,810 to $216,100. Base compensation is determined based on a number of factors. This position is also eligible for a company bonus based on individual and company performance. Novo Nordisk offers long-term incentive compensation and or company vehicles depending on the position's level or other company factors. Employees are also eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement program; and voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance. The Company also offers time off pursuant to its sick time policy, flex-able vacation policy, and parental leave policy. We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. We’re not your typical healthcare company. In a modern world of quick fixes, we focus on solutions to defeat serious chronic diseases and promote long-term health. Our unordinary mindset is at the heart of everything we do. We seek out new ideas and put people first as we push the boundaries of science, make healthcare more accessible, and treat, prevent, and even cure diseases that affect millions of lives. Because it takes an unordinary approach to drive real, lasting change in health. Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations. If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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