The posting
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Regional Security Specialist, Global Security
Location: Richmond. VA (hybrid (3 times/week or on-site full time)
Competitive base pay, bonus and benefit eligible
Position Overview:
The Regional Security Specialist is responsible for implementing and managing global security operations across the eastern United States, helping protect company personnel, facilities, assets, and operations. Serving as the primary security resource for assigned locations, this role partners closely with on-site leadership and operations teams, Human Resources, Legal, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Transportation, and external law enforcement agencies to identify risks, investigate incidents, respond to security events, and strengthen the organization's overall security posture.
The position supports a broad range of physical and protective security initiatives, including facility security assessments, security audits, and risk mitigation programs. The role serves as the primary security point of contact for fleet and transportation security risks and supports executive protection requirements. The Regional Security Specialist is responsible for managing access control, badging, CCTV, intrusion detection, visitor management, and other security technologies
within the region while coordinating with security integrators and vendors to ensure systems are effectively maintained, optimized, and aligned with company standards.
Job Responsibilities:
- Serve as the primary security resource and point of contact for assigned facilities and operations throughout the eastern United States
- Partner with site leadership, Operations, Human Resources, Legal, Transportation, and EHS teams to identify, assess, and mitigate security risks and optimize systems
- Conduct facility security assessments, new site reviews, facility audits to evaluate vulnerabilities, asset compliance with standards and recommend corrective actions
- Investigate security incidents, policy violations, thefts, and other security-related events, documenting findings
- Coordinate and support response efforts for security incidents, emergencies, and other critical events within the region
- Manage and support physical security technologies, including access control, badging, CCTV, intrusion detection, and visitor management systems
- Coordinate with security integrators, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure security systems are properly maintained, optimized, and aligned with company standards
- Serve as the primary security point of contact for fleet and transportation security requirements, supporting risk mitigation efforts and related investigations
- Support executive protection activities, executive travel security, site advances, and other protective security requirements as needed
- Build and maintain effective relationships with law enforcement agencies and external partners
Minimum Job Qualifications
- Degree or equivalent and requires 4+ years of relevant experience
Education / Training
- Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Business, Public Administration, Homeland Security, or a related field
Specialized Knowledge / Skills
- Knowledge of physical security principles, risk assessment methodologies, and incident response practices
- Working knowledge of physical security systems and technologies:CCTV and video management systems (VMS, MaxPro) Access control systems and badging (Lenel, Pro-Watch) Intrusion detection and alarm systems Visitor management platforms (FacilityOS)
- Ability to conduct security investigations, analyze findings, and prepare clear, concise reports
- Understanding of transportation security risks and mitigation strategies
- Familiarity with executive protection principles, travel security planning, and protective security operations
- Experience working with security integrators, technology vendors, and law enforcement partners
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and relationship management skills
- Professional security certifications preferred, including ASIS Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Physical Security Professional (PSP), or Associate Protection Professional (APP)
- Prior experience in law enforcement, federal service, intelligence, military security, or corporate security roles
About McKesson Medical-Surgical:
McKesson Medical-Surgical (MMS), which is expected to become Wellverse in early 2027, is a subsidiary and publicly reported segment of the McKesson Corporation. MMS distributes medical-surgical supplies, pharmaceuticals, diagnostic equipment and supplies, along with other solutions and services to virtually every type of healthcare setting and provider outside of the traditional hospital. These markets – often referred to as Alternate Care or Non-Acute Care – include physician offices, surgery centers, long-term care providers, laboratories, home health and hospice agencies, health systems, government facilities and online marketplaces and retailers.
Alternate Care markets are growing rapidly and MMS is proud to be a leader in this space. With a team of approximately 8,000 employees, a network of 15 distribution centers and approximately 900 delivery vehicles, we collaborate with more than 2,200 leading manufacturers and serve over 200,000 customer accounts across the U.S. Our catalog includes more than 270,000 SKUs of branded and private-label medical-surgical products – from bandages to specialty pharmaceuticals and COVID-19 tests.
Position Level - P3
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.
Our Base Pay Range for this position
$80,300 - $133,800
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