Senior Analyst, Risk Governance - Business Continuity Management

Job Description

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.

Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.

Job Description

Business Continuity Management reports to the Executive Director, Risk Governance within the Finance group based in Foster City, California. This role will be part of a team that is responsible for the governance and support of Business Continuity Management (BCM) at Gilead. The Senior Risk Analyst, Risk Governance is responsible for supporting the business with the development, maintenance, and exercise of business continuity plans and contributing to the annual BCM goals and objectives required to achieve alignment with the company’s strategic direction and risk profile. Analytical thinking, project management, and communication skills are key success factors in this role.

The preferred office location for this role is Foster City, CA but we will also consider Raleigh, NC.

As a Senior Analyst, Risk Governance – Business Continuity Management , at Gilead you will ...

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining Business Continuity Program documentation, including but not limited to policies, standards, governance models, program procedures and tools and templates

• Collaborate with other BCM team colleagues to plan and execute small projects that improve the BCM program’s services, tools, and standards

• Prepare status reports and summary metrics for management

• Assist with the required periodic plan updates are completed and tabletop exercises are scheduled

• In the event of an incident, provide BCM support in the crisis management response as directed and communicate business recovery activities and status communications to relevant crisis management team leaders

• Interact with BCM participants to support their use of the Fusion system

• Support cross-regional and cross-functional coordination of plans and activities across international sites and business units

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and Five Years' Experience

OR

Masters' Degree and Three Years' Experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Requires analytical thinking skills Requires project management skills

• Strong communication, interviewing, and presentation skills are required

• Ability to work in a deadline-driven and multi-tasking environment

• Understanding of corporate functions and ability to map processes

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)

• Knowledge of standard Business Continuity Management (BCM) or Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks, e.g., COSO,ISO, or ICS (Incident Command Structure)

• Experience working with AI models to create program content is a plus

• Experience working in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry is a plus

• Ability to build effective working relationships and collaborate with stakeholders across teams and levels

• Business continuity certification, such as DRI International ABCP or CBCP or BCI (Business Continuity Institute), is a plus

• Experience working in a multinational company is a plus

The salary range for this position is:

Bay Area: $109,650.00 - $141,900.00.

Raleigh: - .

Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

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* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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