Senior Security Operations Specialist

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

Group Safety, Security, Health and Environment (SHE) at Roche is a people-focused, expert-driven organization that supports global operations by enabling patient outcomes without harming the planet. Operating through a role-based matrix of expert Chapters and outcome-driven Networks, Group SHE fosters collaboration and innovation to deliver sustainable, impactful solutions for both the business and the wider community.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Security Operations Specialist within Group SHE at Roche, you will play a critical role in implementing global strategies related to security, emergency management, business continuity, and product crime across your assigned region. Operating in a 24 / 7 “follow-the-sun” model, you will provide subject matter expertise to strengthen the organization’s resilience and ensure preparedness for any operational disruptions.

Maintaining and implementing regional risk mitigation, preparedness, and recovery plans aligned with Group SHE standards.

Assessing and connecting multiple data sources to link incidents, identify emerging threats, and analyze evolving trends.

Acting as a key liaison between global teams and local stakeholders to integrate security, emergency management, business continuity, and product crime into strategic planning and operations.

Leading swift and coordinated responses to regional emergency, business continuity, and security incidents within a 24 / 7 follow-the-sun model.

Preparing and delivering detailed reports on regional security risks, incidents, and mitigation actions to Group SHE and stakeholders.

Conducting and contributing to post-incident reviews to provide insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.

Supporting the development and delivery of training programs to build local team capabilities on security, emergency management, business continuity, and product crime.

Who you are :

Holding a Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field is preferred, with additional training in security, risk management, or emergency services considered a strong advantage

7 + years of experience in global security management, crisis response, or related fields such as military, law enforcement, or enterprise resilience is preferred

Certified or experienced in professional programs such as CPP, PSP, or regional equivalents in security, business continuity, or investigations are highly desirable

Demonstrating a successful track record in leading security and resilience programs across large multinational organizations

Skilled at influencing without authority and collaborating effectively across global, cross-functional, and multicultural teams

Proactive, adaptable, and calm under pressure, with balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution in high-stakes, 24 / 7 operational environments

Fluent in English with additional language skills as an advantage

In exchange we provide you with :

Development opportunities : Roche is rich in learning resources. We provide constant development opportunities, free language courses & trainings, the possibility of international assignments, internal position changes and the chance to shape your own career.

Excellent benefits & flexibility : competitive salary and cafeteria package, language allowance (if the position requires extra language), annual bonus, Private Medical Services, Employee Assistance Program, mentoring opportunity, buddy program, team buildings, holiday party.

A global inclusive community, where we learn from each other. At Roche, we cooperate, debate, make decisions, celebrate successes and have fun as a team. Our leadership is very focused on people, creating a strong, inclusive culture, so you always have the chance to share your opinion.

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Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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