Sr Manager, Corporate Security - Intelligence Services

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.
 

Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
 

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.

Job Description
 

Key Responsibilities:

Program Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and mature the enterprise Security Intelligence Program, including strategic intelligence, threat monitoring, and risk analysis capabilities.

• Develop program vision, operating model, governance, and performance metrics aligned to corporate risk priorities.

• Translate intelligence into actionable insights for executive leadership, crisis teams, and operational security functions.

Threat Intelligence & Risk Analysis

• Identify, assess, and track global threats including geopolitical instability, terrorism, crime, activism, insider risk, and emerging security trends.

• Produce timely intelligence products such as risk assessments, threat briefs, travel risk guidance, and executive summaries.

• Establish methodologies for intelligence collection, analysis, validation, and dissemination.

Crisis & Incident Support

• Provide intelligence support to crisis management, emergency response, and business continuity efforts.

• Serve as a key advisor during security incidents, elevated threat environments, and high‑risk events.

• Coordinate intelligence inputs before, during, and after crises to support decision‑making and post‑incident review.

Stakeholder & Executive Engagement

• Brief senior leaders and cross‑functional partners with clear, concise, and decision‑oriented intelligence.

• Build trusted relationships with internal stakeholders such as Legal, HR, Compliance, Privacy, Travel, and IT Security.

• Represent Corporate Security Intelligence in enterprise risk discussions and governance forums.

External Liaison & Sources

• Manage relationships with external intelligence providers, industry peers, law enforcement, and government partners as appropriate.

• Evaluate and oversee intelligence vendors, tools, and subscriptions to ensure quality, relevance, and value.

• Stay current on intelligence tradecraft, analytic techniques, and industry best practices.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop intelligence analysts or contractors, fostering high analytical standards and ethical judgment.

• Establish clear expectations, workflows, and quality controls for intelligence production.

• Promote a culture of integrity, discretion, and continuous improvement.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in security studies, international relations, political science, intelligence, criminology, or a related field.

• Significant experience (typically 8+ years) in intelligence, security risk analysis, threat assessment, or a related discipline.

• Demonstrated experience leading or building intelligence programs in a corporate, government, military, or global security environment.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex threat information into clear, actionable guidance.

• Proven ability to brief senior executives and influence decision‑making.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in intelligence studies, international affairs, security studies, public policy, or a related field.

• Experience supporting global operations, international travel risk, or crisis management programs.

• Familiarity with intelligence tools, threat monitoring platforms, and analytic frameworks.

• Prior experience in highly regulated or high‑risk industries (e.g., life sciences, biotech, tech, critical infrastructure).

Additional Attributes

• High level of discretion, integrity, and professional judgment.

• Comfort operating in ambiguity and fast‑moving risk environments.

• Strong collaboration skills across regions, cultures, and functions.

• Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution.

 

The salary range for this position is: $157,590.00 - $203,940.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

For additional benefits information, visit:

https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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