Vertex Spring 2025 Co-op, Global Security (Boston, MA)

Company: Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Location: Boston
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Vertex Spring 2025 Co-op, Global Security (Boston, MA)Job DescriptionThis is not a cyber-security role or any kind of IT related position. This is a physical corporate security position that will have system administration responsibilities.The Vertex Co-op Program offers students the opportunity to learn about the pharmaceutical industry from a hands-on perspective. You will be working closely with and learning from some of the brightest people in the industry. When you join our co-op program you should not be surprised to see that our environment is one that is innovative and team oriented, where collaboration is not just a word, and "we are relentless" is in everything we do. Students can expect to be challenged by their project plan, connect with other co-ops, and feel valued by the Vertex community. Not only will co-ops learn about their day-to-day tasks through their specific work assignments, but they will interact and have exposure to our organizational leaders and their teams.Job Summary:The Global Security Co-op will support the Global Security Manager in the implementation of the corporation's security programs. The Co-op will work on a variety of projects and tasks and be exposed to complex corporate security initiatives and various related projects.Key Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing security standards and procedures for day-to day corporate security operations.
• Coordinating, developing, and evaluating security programs.
• Conducts research within Vertex and/or externally to obtain information such as best practices, operating procedures, current industry standards, systems and technology, and regulations.
• Compiles information and analyzes feasibility, cost effectiveness, impacts to risk, or other aspects of large or complex security initiatives.
• Participates in and may lead the implementation of special projects. Based on analysis, develops proposals for action or implementation plans as necessary and presents to management, either formally or informally.
• Participates in physical security systems administration to include implementation, maintenance, monitoring and troubleshooting.Qualifications:
  • General understanding of security best practices and objectives
  • Aptitude to manage competing priorities and meet expected deadlines.
  • Excellent organizational, planning and project management skills.
  • Ability to interact with employees at all levels of the organization
  • Genuine interest in Corporate Security
  • Strong work ethic, diligence and desire to learn
  • Ability to problem solve and work independently
  • High level of verbal and written communication skills.
  • General understanding of Windows Operating Systems and strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Permanent legal authorization to work in the United States
  • Candidate must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before May 2025
  • Candidate must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from January - June 2025Program Dates: January- June 2025, Full TimeDEADLINE TO APPLY: October 25, 2024This job posting is for a temporary role with a third-party agency partner that provides services to Vertex. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of that third-party agency; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by the third-party agency upon offer.Company InformationVertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com.
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