The Site Security Manager at Moderna's Laval Manufacturing Site is responsible for executing and continuously improving physical security operations across production, warehouse, logistics, and laboratory environments. This role involves managing site-level security programs to protect employees, visitors, assets, and facilities, overseeing security personnel and vendors, and ensuring security practices promote safe, compliant, and uninterrupted operations. The manager will apply established security frameworks and company policies while using judgment to address operational risks and will collaborate with various internal teams to support site objectives and enterprise standards.
Manage day-to-day physical security operations (access control, patrols, monitoring, incident response).,Implement and maintain site security procedures and standards aligned with corporate policies.,Conduct site risk assessments and vulnerability reviews, implementing mitigation actions.,Ensure security operations support business continuity, safety, and regulatory expectations.,Oversee controlled access to critical areas (production, labs, hazardous material storage).,Support secure material flow during shipping, receiving, and warehousing operations.,Protect intellectual property, proprietary processes, and regulated materials.,Collaborate with EHS and Quality to align security controls with GMP, safety, and compliance requirements.,Provide direct oversight of site security services and/or contract security providers.,Manage staffing plans, shift coverage, training, and performance.,Serve as primary liaison for security vendors and local emergency responders.,Lead responses to security incidents, safety-related events, and emergencies.,Support investigative inquiries and coordinate with HR, Legal, EHS, and Corporate Security.,Prepare clear incident reports, root cause analyses, and corrective action plans.,Oversee physical security systems (access control, CCTV, alarms, visitor management).,Partner with Facilities, IT, and vendors for system maintenance, audits, and upgrades.,Track incidents, analyze trends, and manage KPIs to improve security performance.,Contribute to modernization of security systems, including advanced analytics and Generative AI.,Act as site security point of contact for audits, inspections, and site events.,Deliver security awareness training to employees, contractors, and visitors.,Participate in site emergency preparedness planning and drills.,Provide regular updates and strategic recommendations to site and Global Security leadership.
BS/BA in a related field required.,5 years of experience in security, law enforcement, military, audit, or equivalent.,Professional certifications (CPP, PSP, or similar) preferred.,Experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or GMP-regulated environments preferred.,Experience leading security staff and/or managing contract security services.,Working knowledge of security operations, technologies, incident management, and emergency response.,Strong communication, judgment, and cross-functional collaboration skills.,Proven track record of leading diverse groups and encouraging cohesion.,Experience developing and maintaining strong partnerships.,Ability to champion change and continuous improvement.,Ability to be agile and collaborate effectively in a dynamic, cross-functional matrix environment.,Self-reflective leader who leads by example and drives organizational performance.,Ability to navigate ambiguity, rapid growth, and adapt to change.,Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum of 2 years of work authorization required.,Requires full-time presence on Moderna's site; not eligible for remote work.
Moderna is a biotechnology company pioneering a new class of medicines made of messenger RNA (mRNA). The company's platform builds on continuous advances in basic and applied mRNA science, delivery technology and manufacturing, and has allowed the development of therapeutics and vaccines for infectious diseases, immuno-oncology, rare diseases, cardiovascular diseases and autoimmune diseases.
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