Senior Manager, Security Intelligence, and Investigation

About the role

When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. The Senior Manager of Security oversees corporate security investigations and intelligence programs, leading complex research and analysis using various automated systems to gather relevant data.

Responsibilities

• Manage and ensure the effective execution of key security programs and related personnel, including Crisis and Incident Management, Intelligence Collection, Workplace Investigations, Physical Security, Threat Assessments, and Access Control.
• Identify emerging security risks and operational needs, recommending and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies to protect people, assets, and operations.
• Prepare and deliver clear, actionable briefings on security-related matters to business leaders and stakeholders, representing Corporate Security as needed.
• Coordinate and manage security projects and initiatives from planning through implementation, ensuring objectives, timelines, and deliverables are achieved.
• Partner with law enforcement agencies and internal stakeholders to investigate and resolve security incidents, including accidents, theft, workplace misconduct, and other reported concerns.
• Lead and conduct internal and external security investigations, ensuring timely, thorough, and well-documented resolutions.
• Develop, implement, and monitor security plans in partnership with Contract Security providers to safeguard facilities, access points, and employee work environments.
• Foster a positive employee experience through effective leadership, coaching, performance management, and professional development of team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 8+ years of progressive experience working in threat and vulnerability management, crisis management, risk compliance, identity/access management, or other related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• 2 years’ experience in a position of leadership to include team development and management, required.
• Prior law enforcement experience or significant Corp security experience, preferred.
• Exceptional communicator and presenter with expert-level verbal and written skills.
• Proven ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a demanding environment.
• High degree of professionalism, decision-making ability, judgment, tact, discretion, poise, instinct, and diplomacy.
• Creative and strategic thinker with strong organizational, time-management, and planning skills.
• Team player who works well with others in a dynamic, demanding environment.
• Respectful, approachable, and team-oriented, fostering strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Skills

• Motivation & Initiative: Energetic and motivated self-starter with a strong desire to go the extra mile.
• Adaptability: Highly resourceful, adaptable, detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and flexible in a frequently changing environment.
• Availability: Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and travel (approximately 30%), remaining connected and available outside of regular business hours as needed.

Pay

The expected pay range for this position is $120,000 - $162,500 annually. Individual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, location of the position, the candidate’s qualifications and experience, internal equity, external market pay for comparable positions and budget considerations.

Benefits

Smithfield Foods provides a comprehensive total rewards package. Learn more about our benefits package here. Relocation Package Available Yes.