Senior Security Specialist - Military Veterans
at US Pharmacopeia
Description
Who is USP?
The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) USP is an independent scientific organization that collaborates with the world's top experts in health and science to develop quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients. USP's fundamental belief that Equity = Excellence manifests in our core value of Passion for Quality through our more than 1,100 talented professionals across five global locations to deliver the mission to strengthen the supply of safe, quality medicines and supplements worldwide.
Brief Job Overview
This is non-supervisory position responsible to Plan, Implement, and Coordinate the Policies and Procedures surrounding the Security, Incident Management & Business Continuity of facilities & personnel of USP India. A role where proactiveness is a key requirement and incumbent is expected to handle Security related requirements for India Sites. The incumbent will be also responsible for driving various initiatives on Security, Incident Management & Business Continuity for the organization.
How will YOU create an impact here at USP?
Position Description : -
- Handling day-to-day operations from Security aspects for all India sites.
- Working closely with the Regional Risk Management Specialist and Global Security to monitor security standards and practices being followed at USP India Sites.
- To develop and implement proactive plans and procedures for:
- Physical security of staff, assets, reputation, and business continuity
- Incident response and management
- Work as per business continuity plan laid by organization
- Security staff and USP staff training cycle
- Tracking of geo/political/natural calamities/other critical situations to ensure smooth business operations continuity and safety of employees and assets. Also sharing situation reports / updates to relevant stakeholders when applicable.
- Access Control for Sites: Plan, Implement, and Coordinate the Policies and Procedures related to issuance of ID cards & Access Control Cards to staff and close monitoring the effectiveness of the implemented procedures.
- To supervise security function, IBMS and Staff Bus transport movement regularly.
- Monitoring early log-in & late log-off of the staff working at office/facility.
- Monitoring escort support to women staff especially during odd working operations hours.
- Monitoring contract labour compliance is maintained from time to time.
- Preparing various security reports and for presenting it to leadership team from time to time.
- Event management: Onsite events like Independence Day, Republic Day, Administration Professional Day, Open day, Science Day/Workshops are organized at the site successfully and supporting HR Team on other events conducted at the facility.
- To work on ISO / IS or other accredited standard procedures.
- To handle local elemental issues if any from premise and people security point of view.
- To collaborate with other functions / departments for smooth business operations.
- Encourage self-development for practical approach, continuous knowledge gaining through external training & seminars.
- Networking with other security professionals individually and within organizations (such as OSAC) to improve professional and threat knowledge.
- Responsible to implement the organization CSR activities by coordinating with key stake holders.
Who USP is Looking For?
The successful candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of our mission, commitment to excellence through inclusive and equitable behaviors and practices, ability to quickly build credibility with stakeholders, along with the following competencies and experience:
- Minimum 6 Years of experience in Security field. Prior experience from Pharmaceutical/ Chemical manufacturing / R&D facilities is desirable.
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with having Post Graduation will be an added advantage.
- Pharma GMP/QMS Exposures and experience will be an added advantage.
- Experience in ISO Certifications
- Self-motivated, result oriented, collaborative, team player and should have ability to multitask.
- Ability to handle security staff working under contractual role
- Should be familiar with Security Standard including Global standards.
- Experience in Incident Management
Additional Desired Preferences
Desired preferences are to showcase any additional preferred levels of expertise to perform the role. Reminder: any items listed in this section are not requirements nor disqualifies for candidate consideration.
- Should have a professional security background with appropriate qualifications or certifications. Should have hands on facility, safety and site security aspects.
- Prior experience in pharmaceutical and scientific R&D industry.
- Results driven with demonstrated successful outcomes.
- Ability and desire to work well with diverse employees and customers in a cooperative and professional way.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
- Able to work flexible hours when needed. In addition to normal business hours serves on the Emergency Response Team to provide 24 hour a day, 7 days a week response to emergency alarm calls and can be available on short notice to support requests during unusual hours, especially early or late in the day during the business week.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No. On-Role Staff. However, this position will have Security Officer/Security Supervisor reporting into.
Benefits
USP provides you with the benefits you need to protect yourself and your family today and tomorrow. From company-paid time off, comprehensive healthcare options to retirement savings, you can have peace of mind that your personal and financial wellbeing is protected.
USP is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer (EEOE) and affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment in all aspects of our work—from the standards we make to the partnerships and conversations we cultivate. An environment where every employee feels fully empowered and valued irrespective of, but not limited to, personality, race, ethnicity, physical and mental abilities, education, religion, gender identity and expression, life experience, sexual orientation, country of origin, regional differences, work experience, and family status. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.
Note: USP does not accept unsolicited resumes from 3rd party recruitment agencies and is not responsible for fees from recruiters or other agencies except under specific written agreement
Job Category Administrative
Job Type Full-Time
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh
US Pharmacopeia (USP) is an independent, scientific nonprofit organization that has focused on building trust in the supply of safe, quality medicines since 1820. We are a public health organization that uses rigorous science and public quality standards setting to protect patient safety and improve global health. We are committed to building public trust and confidence in drug therapies to enable people to live longer and healthier, and also work to building trust in dietary supplements and food ingredients. Currently, we are working to strengthen the global supply chain so that the medicines people rely on are available when needed and work as expected. Our Volunteers USP standards are in a continuous process of review and revision based upon new evidence, emerging public health concerns, and public requests for revision. Input from our volunteers, through our Council of Experts and Expert Committees and Panels, is crucial for maintaining our standards and preserving public trust. Our Governing Bodies The USP Convention helps guide our areas of impact – nearly 500 Member Organizations from around the world contribute valuable perspectives, experiences, and expertise from across healthcare and science. In addition to collaborating on critical healthcare and science matters, every five years, Convention Members adopt USP Resolutions and elect USP’s Board of Trustees and the Council of Experts who lead USP’s standards-setting Expert Committees.