Job Description

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Amgen is a biopharmaceutical company founded in 1980 with a mission to serve patients living with serious illnesses. We help pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds toughest diseases. Our focus is on Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease, reaching millions of patients each year. Our awardwinning culture is collaborative, innovative, and sciencebased.

What You Will Do

In this vital role you will report to the Vice President and Chief Security Officer, Global Security. You will lead a strategic team of subjectmatter experts and be a critical contributor to counteracting emerging threats to Amgen products and patient safety. You will develop and implement strategies and lead the response and remediation activities for product securityrelated incidents including counterfeiting, diversion, theft, and tampering. You will collaborate across a diverse, complex network of internal constituents to ensure an effective, agile Product Security program.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Accountable for Product Security scope, ensuring protection of Amgens global portfolio of products from counterfeiting, diversion, and marketing of illicit Amgen products
• Organize and lead a crossfunctional steering committee of leadership representatives from major stakeholder functions including Global Security, Operations, Supply Chain, LAW, and Corporate Audit
• Define and operationalize functional strategies for threat monitoring/identification, incident reporting & response, counterfeiting deterrence & authentication, enforcement protocols, etc.
• Manage the GS Product Security Team, which includes a Sr. Manager of Product Security, an Analyst for Product Security Intelligence, and a Program Manager for Supply Chain Security
• Develop, implement and ensure compliance with comprehensive policies and procedures governing Product Security activities
• Design, implement and maintain effective Product Security systems, processes and tools
• Leverage the Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) to support key aspects of the Product Security program
• With the GS Intel Team, monitor virtual and physical markets for suspicious activities involving Amgen products
• Investigate (internally or in concert with law enforcement, health authorities, and/or other industry officials) suspected or confirmed illicit activities affecting Amgen products
• Establish and manage an annual Product Security operating budget
• Provide Amgen leadership with metrics, KPIs and other reporting resources to keep the business well informed of emerging and ongoing threats to Amgen products
• Create and execute strategies to promote ongoing education & awareness of Product Security issues affecting Amgen (internal & external)
• Actively participate in industry (PSI, TAPA, etc.), government or other working groups, task forces and/or committees, as appropriate, to ensure Amgens interests are adequately represented
• Facilitate forcause and precontract security audits of vendors, suppliers, business partners, etc.
• Conduct productsecurity related site risk & vulnerability assessments and develop actionable response plans to ensure proper security infrastructure and procedures are in place
• Identify, assess, and implement mitigation strategies to counter threats to Amgen APIs, materials, finished products, and returns; establish and maintain relationships with local, state and federal law enforcement & emergency services agencies to facilitate communication and response
• Align with other directorates within Global Security, both regional and functional, coordinating efforts as required
• Select, train and manage contract workers and consultants as required; assist with drafting RFPs, recommending consultants, negotiating contracts, providing leadership and guidance, and reviewing work product and invoices
• Conduct and manage internal and external investigations as required

What We Expect Of You

Basic Qualifications

• Doctorate degree and 5 years of leadership experience in privatesector global/corporate supplychain security
• Or Masters degree and 8 years of leadership experience in privatesector global/corporate supplychain security
• Or Bachelors degree and 10 years of leadership experience in privatesector global/corporate supplychain security

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior supervisory law enforcement and/or military experience desired but not required
• Solid working knowledge of GxP (GMP, GDP, etc.) environments is necessary
• At least 5 years of experience directly managing people and/or leading teams, projects, programs, or directing the allocation of resources
• Strong proficiency with security systems and the ability to understand their capabilities, improve effectiveness, and realize limitations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Requires approximately 20% travel, including overnight and weekend commitments
• Professional security certifications such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Physical Security Professional (PSP) preferred but not required

What You Can Expect Of Us

We support your professional and personal growth and wellbeing through a competitive benefits package and a collaborative culture.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits package including a retirement and savings plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
• Discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a salesbased incentive plan
• Stockbased longterm incentives
• Awardwinning timeoff plans
• Flexible work models where possible (refer to the job posting for work location type)

Application deadline:
Amgen does not have a fixed deadline; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate.

Sponsorship:
Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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