Corporate Security Advisor (Finance)

The Corporate Security Advisor will provide expert leadership on complex security assignments/projects. Plans, organizes and directs the activities involved in the preservation of the organization's peace and security. Advises on and interprets policies, procedures and regulations. Uses deep professional knowledge and acumen to advise functional leaders. Focuses on providing thought leadership within Corporate Security but works on broader projects, which require understanding of the wider business. Recognized internally as a subject matter expert and resource.

Administers and manages the corporate security programs within the assigned site or sites within an area of responsibility. Manages specific security and safety programs to reduce losses and protect company assets including persons, physical, financial and information. Partners with corporate, regional and site resources including others in Corporate Security/Global Security & Aviation, Global Real Estate, Human Resources, Risk Management, Corporate Safety, Legal, Business Resiliency, Pharmacy Compliance, Pharmacy Practice and site pharmacy or distribution operations management on security and safety related matters.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manages site security guard forces according to department policies within assigned area or sub-region. Ensures that security and safety programs are assigned to guard staff and completed according to department policies, directives and in compliance with applicable regulations. Manages security and safety incident reporting and record-keeping requirements according to department policies, directives and in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Manages security systems at company locations within the assigned area or sub-region according to department policies, directives and in compliance with applicable regulations. Coordinates security systems function within area or sub-region communicating regularly with security systems and technology staff. Ensures that systems are inspected, tested and serviced according to department standards. Conducts physical security assessments and surveys for each site; evaluating general building construction, door hardware, life safety, locks/keys, security systems (alarm, card access, CCTV, intercom) and communicates findings and recommendations to department management and security systems staff.
• Manages and conducts security investigations within the assigned area of responsibility. Conducts or supports internal security investigations in cases of theft, violence, threats or similar cases of misconduct. Coordinates security investigations with the Legal, Ethics Office, Pharmacy Compliance and/or Human Resources departments as needed. May conduct investigations under direction of Corporate Security department management or the Legal Department. Establishes and maintains relationships with law enforcement and key security contacts.
• Supports and/or participates in internal and external audits, regulatory reviews and inspections, client reviews, external professional accreditation reviews and assessments, Pharmacy Compliance audits and/or other assessments, reviews and audits.
• May participate in insurance loss control/prevention reviews with Corporate Safety and/or Global Real Estate Services.
• Serves as Subject-Matter-Expert for security topics and issues. Creates security training and awareness materials and conducts training.
• Recognizes, responds to, and recommends actions to address both potential and realized security and safety risks affecting personnel or property.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 10 years of core experience in corporate security or related field is required. Strong working knowledge of security practices, physical security systems and hardware is required. Experience within a multiple facility environment and/or corporate security function at a large-scale organization preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in security management, social sciences, business or equivalent experience is required.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Physical Security Professional (PSP), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) or similar security related certification is preferred. Training and/or certification in security and/or safety topics are desired.
• Strong working knowledge of potentially applicable criminal and civil laws to security functions, standards, practices/recommendations and regulations to include, but are not limited to those that may be promulgated by OSHA, NFPA, ASIS, DEA and/or security regulations common to state boards of pharmacies.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle. A driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of employment and maintained in good standing. Additional professional security and investigative certifications and/or licenses may be required.
• Ability to be on-call and respond to incidents on a 24-hour basis and/or work on short-notice and/or during non-standard working hours.
• General working knowledge of fire/life safety codes, practices and standards. Working knowledge and experience with general building systems and construction practices.
• Must be able to create policies, programs, procedures, training/education materials, specifications and provide input for Requests For Proposals (RFP).
• Strong working knowledge and experience with MS Office suite of products. Working knowledge and experience with networks, communications devices, alarm devices, sensors & systems,door hardware, basic building construction, blueprints & plans, and technical system specifications.
• Ability to wear PPE including respirator. Ability to work in situations that may require work around hazards, with heights and other non-standard office environments.

Additional Details:

• This role requires 10-20% of travel.
• Position may be based in either Florence, New Jersey or Newark, Delaware.
• This role is located onsite and requires that most work should be performed at a Cigna office location, but may allow for some work to be performed at home.

If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.

About The Cigna Group

Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we're dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email: SeeYourself@cigna.com for support. Do not email SeeYourself@cigna.com for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.

The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.