Manager, Global Security & Protective Intelligence

Job Description 

 The GSOC Manager will have responsibility in maintaining the high standards established around identification, assessment and response to global safety and security incidents. Success will be measured through personal accomplishments and driving results within the GSOC.

This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.  

What Will You Be Doing? 

• Drives the global assessment of safety and security risks; and ensures appropriate business response through the preparation of the organization's business continuity plan (BCP)
• Lead the advancement of the organization's global security intelligence program, focusing on actionable data to proactively protect the company, employees, and assets.
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• Lead analyst staff in identifying, developing, implementing, and maintaining security processes, practices, and policies throughout the organization to reduce risks, respond to incidents, and limit exposure and liability in all information, financial, physical, personal, and reputational risk areas.
• Develop relationships with high-level law enforcement officials and international counterparts, including international security agencies, intelligence, and other relevant governmental functions and private sector counterparts worldwide.
• Coordinates activities to protect executives, managers, employees, customers, stakeholders, visitors, etc., while traveling in high-risk regions.
• Research, develop, and deliver education and awareness information on security-related concerns to executives, associates, and other designated individuals.
• Oversee the financial performance of the programs (cost and schedule) against assigned metrics and organizational efficiency goals.
• Provide leadership in working collaboratively with other divisions of the company to accomplish strategic objectives, profitable organic growth, and increased company value.
• Recruit, train, develop, and lead a team of Global Security Analysts; provide thought leadership to support personal and professional growth.
• Manage physical security to include access control, CCTV systems and other solutions to ensure safety and security of A&F associates and facilities.
• Willingness to be on-call and travel with little notice for emergency and exigent circumstances.
• Deploys security management techniques to safeguard the organization’s personnel and assets. Establishes appropriate standards and associated security controls to embed in business processes.

What Do You Need To Bring? 

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, Security Management, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience managing global safety and security operations in roles with increasing responsibility and strategic leadership.
• 5+ years of experience in emergency and crisis management.
• Solid understanding of physical and reputational risk factors and methods for mitigating such risk.
• Extensive experience and knowledge of various access control platforms, video management systems and incident management applications/software.
• Must be a team player with strong communication (both oral and written), interpersonal and consultative skills.
• An acute sense of discretion and ability to handle sensitive/confidential information.  
• Strong fiscal discipline and ability to expertly manage large budgets.
• Willingness to be on-call and travel for emergency and exigent circumstances.

Our Company  

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs. 

The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch, YPB, abercrombie kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicks, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates over 750 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com, and hollisterco.com. 

At Abercrombie & Fitch Co., we lead with purpose and always put our people first. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.  

Benefits & Perks  

As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F Co. is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive benefits that align with our company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:  

• Incentive bonus program
• 401(K) savings plan with company match
• Annual companywide review process 
• Flexible spending accounts 
• Medical, dental and vision insurance 
• Life and disability insurance 
• Associate assistance program 
• Paid parental and adoption leave 
• Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot 
• Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Mobile Stipend
• Paid time off and one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community 
• Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles and six work from anywhere weeks per year) 
• Seven associate wellness half days per year 
• Merchandise discount on all of our brands 
• Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within 
• Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups 
• Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU! 

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER