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Site Security Manager
Abbvie INC · 🇺🇸 Barceloneta, Barceloneta, PR
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 177 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 94 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Abbvie INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles5 certified filings for “SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER, BTS US COMMERICAL PATIENT SERVICES” (Information Technology Project Managers) in IL: $139k–$163k, median $160k. Most were filed at wage level IV (60%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — Abbvie INC
The US Department of Labor certified 177 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 94 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Purpose The Site Security Manager serves as the primary point of contact for all security-related issues at AbbVie’s manufacturing operations in Barceloneta, Puerto Rico. This role is responsible for ensuring that the site’s comply with AbbVie’s Global Security standards and policies. The Security Manager oversees the security program to safeguard employees, assets, information, and products, and supports the creation of a secure and compliant workplace. This position coordinates with other departments and agencies to prepare for and deal with potential risk to employees and assets related to emergencies; chemical, fire, health, weather, etc. Responsibilities • Represent and implement AbbVie Global Security initiatives as the site security Point of Contact (POC). • Establish and manage relationships with AbbVie site leadership and crisis management teams. • Act as the main POC for the business with the third-party security contractor carrying out guarding duties on site, overseeing performance quality and KPI adherence. • Establish and manage relationships with security integrators and vendors, ensuring service level agreements (SLAs) are maintained. • In close coordination with the Regional Security Director, develop, implement, and maintain the site physical security program to protect company assets, including access control, surveillance systems, and emergency response procedures. • Obtain and maintain a security background clearance from the United States Federal Select Agent and Toxins program. • In close coordination with the Regional Security Director coordinate training drills and simulations/Tabletop exercises (TTXs) to ensure all personnel and CAT members are prepared for various crisis situations. • Liaise with local law enforcement, emergency services, and other relevant agencies to foster effective communication and collaboration. • Prepare for and support inspections by government and non-government agencies and foreign regulatory bodies. Ensure all security measures and documentation are up-to-date and comply with regulatory standards. Ensure security teams are properly prepared to receive such visits/inspections. • Collaborate with site leadership and stakeholders to create and maintain a comprehensive business continuity plan that ensures minimal disruption during emergencies, business disruptions or significant incidents. • Conduct thorough investigations of security incidents, breaches, and irregularities, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions. • Lead and manage Site security-related capital investment projects, including upgrades to security technology, new security installations, and facility assessments. • Assist in the development and management of the security budget, ensuring cost-effective measures are implemented and vendors are providing value for money. • Conduct thorough risk assessments and security audits to identify potential security threats and develop strategies to mitigate those risks in close coordination with the wider global security team. • Coordinate the inputs of Global Security branches as they support the designated site- acting as the conduit between specialized Global Security functions and the site team where necessary. • Undertake tasks allocated by the Regional Security Director which support the overall security program in the region, including the review, enhancement and certification of existing protocols and security procedures both regionally and centrally. • Lead and manage the on-site security staff: oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, scheduling, supervision, and performance assessments in close coordination with the site supervisor from the providing vendor. Significant Work Activities: • Frequent to continuous computer usage