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About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
The Data Protection Specialist works with various internal and external groups to ensure that AbbVie information security policies, practices, and procedures are properly implemented within AbbVie. They support the Data Protection Office in strengthening company data security controls and maturing operational processes. The individual will interface with a wide variety of people from different internal organizational units, interface with organizational personnel and staff to ensure that the policy is understood by those required to implement, monitor, and enforce the policy. This role is designed for a professional with an engineering, computer science, software development, or related technical background who is interested in the business, governance, and assurance aspects of data security. Under the guidance of the Data Protection Office, the role will drive control auditing, assurance activities, governance, development, security logging, automation, and the responsible use of artificial intelligence to improve efficiency, consistency, and maturity of data protection processes.
Responsibilities:
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with IT and Business group leaders to understand goals, programs, and plans. Evaluate and articulate program security requirements; identify potential security risk factors and business impact.
- Conduct assessments of controls to ensure data protection controls are in place.
- Leverage AI to analyze volumes of data across File Labeling, Application logs, and infrastructure datasets to automate control assurance.
- Engage AbbVie Third Party Vendors to assess security posture, remediation requirements, and compensating controls as they apply to Business Applications.
- Develop in-depth knowledge of AbbVie Information Security policies, processes, and procedures, as well as compliance processes and initiatives to provide subject matter expertise and guidance to other organizations (Commercial, R&D, Audit, Legal, Purchasing, etc.) within AbbVie in these matters.
- Provide Information Security expertise and guidance to Business group leaders and IT Owners to ensure an appropriate balance between security risks and business enablement for identified business programs and initiatives.
- Provide reporting to management on potential Data Privacy risks and planned remediation.
- Act as point of contact regarding Information Security matters and AbbVie security policies for AbbVie Purchasing, Legal/Privacy and Quality.
- Review current technology and information policies and practices for continued applicability with respect to AbbVie commercial and R&D business programs. Provide recommendations for improvements.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years of experience; OR Master's Degree with 4 years of experience in Information Security, Data Privacy, or IT Compliance experience.
- Familiarity with, and experience using, a variety of information security control frameworks, including, but not limited to: NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 2700X, PCI-DSS, SWIFT, Cloud Controls Matrix, HITRUST, NIST 800-171, CIS Controls, etc.
- Familiarity with global and regional Data Privacy regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPA.
- Experience aligning and testing information security controls and frameworks.
- Experience writing policies and procedures.
- Experience working in information security or data privacy in a large, global organization.
- Strong project management, collaboration, communication, and organizational skills.
- Adept at communicating concepts to diverse audiences with varying skill sets.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are critical.
Preferred:
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT), or other equivalent certifications preferred.
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
- The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
- This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
The Data Protection Specialist works with various internal and external groups to ensure that AbbVie information security policies, practices, and procedures are properly implemented within AbbVie. They support the Data Protection Office in strengthening company data security controls and maturing operational processes. The individual will interface with a wide variety of people from different internal organizational units, interface with organizational personnel and staff to ensure that the policy is understood by those required to implement, monitor, and enforce the policy. This role is designed for a professional with an engineering, computer science, software development, or related technical background who is interested in the business, governance, and assurance aspects of data security. Under the guidance of the Data Protection Office, the role will drive control auditing, assurance activities, governance, development, security logging, automation, and the responsible use of artificial intelligence to improve efficiency, consistency, and maturity of data protection processes.
Responsibilities:
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with IT and Business group leaders to understand goals, programs, and plans. Evaluate and articulate program security requirements; identify potential security risk factors and business impact.
- Conduct assessments of controls to ensure data protection controls are in place.
- Leverage AI to analyze volumes of data across File Labeling, Application logs, and infrastructure datasets to automate control assurance.
- Engage AbbVie Third Party Vendors to assess security posture, remediation requirements, and compensating controls as they apply to Business Applications.
- Develop in-depth knowledge of AbbVie Information Security policies, processes, and procedures, as well as compliance processes and initiatives to provide subject matter expertise and guidance to other organizations (Commercial, R&D, Audit, Legal, Purchasing, etc.) within AbbVie in these matters.
- Provide Information Security expertise and guidance to Business group leaders and IT Owners to ensure an appropriate balance between security risks and business enablement for identified business programs and initiatives.
- Provide reporting to management on potential Data Privacy risks and planned remediation.
- Act as point of contact regarding Information Security matters and AbbVie security policies for AbbVie Purchasing, Legal/Privacy and Quality.
- Review current technology and information policies and practices for continued applicability with respect to AbbVie commercial and R&D business programs. Provide recommendations for improvements.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years of experience; OR Master's Degree with 4 years of experience in Information Security, Data Privacy, or IT Compliance experience.
- Familiarity with, and experience using, a variety of information security control frameworks, including, but not limited to: NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 2700X, PCI-DSS, SWIFT, Cloud Controls Matrix, HITRUST, NIST 800-171, CIS Controls, etc.
- Familiarity with global and regional Data Privacy regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPA.
- Experience aligning and testing information security controls and frameworks.
- Experience writing policies and procedures.
- Experience working in information security or data privacy in a large, global organization.
- Strong project management, collaboration, communication, and organizational skills.
- Adept at communicating concepts to diverse audiences with varying skill sets.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are critical.
Preferred:
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT), or other equivalent certifications preferred.
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
- The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
- This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
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Who's Hiring
- Walmart57
- Sargent & Lundy50
- LaBella Associates26
- Avangrid24
- Target22
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services103
- Construction & Real Estate40
- Insurance17
- Retail14
- Energy12
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mortgage and protection advisor jobs.
- CeMAP qualification or recognized equivalent mortgage advice credential
- Experience advising clients on residential mortgage products and lender criteria
- Demonstrated ability to sell life, income protection, and critical illness cover
- Knowledge of FCA regulations and compliance requirements for mortgage advice
- Proficiency with CRM systems and financial planning or sourcing software
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for client-facing advisory roles
Tips for Your Mortgage and Protection Advisor Job Search
Lead your resume with regulated credentials
Hiring managers in this field scan for CeMAP, CeRER, or equivalent qualifications before reading anything else. List your regulatory credentials at the top of your resume, above your work history, so they're impossible to miss during a quick screen.
Quantify protection sales without naming clients
Describe your protection conversion rates, average policy values, or book growth in percentage terms rather than naming clients or firms. This satisfies compliance concerns while giving employers the performance signal they need to shortlist you.
Filter openings by advice model and lender panel
Whole-of-market roles and restricted-panel roles require different skills and carry different day-to-day responsibilities. When you search for openings, check whether the firm is whole-of-market or tied, and target the listings that match how you've been practicing.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists mortgage and protection advisor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a compliant fact-find example for interviews
Many hiring interviews include a role-play where you walk through a client fact-find. Prepare a clean, structured example that shows how you assess affordability, protection gaps, and suitability in one client conversation, without revealing any real client details.
Follow up with a note referencing the client outcome
After an interview, send a follow-up that references a specific scenario you discussed and briefly connects it to a client outcome from your experience. This keeps your name top of mind and demonstrates that you think in terms of client results, not just process.
Mortgage and Protection Advisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most mortgage and protection advisors?
Walmart, Sargent & Lundy, and LaBella Associates are hiring the most mortgage and protection advisors right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, California, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Volume tends to increase when interest rate conditions shift and consumer remortgaging activity picks up.
How many mortgage and protection advisor jobs are remote?
About 54% of mortgage and protection advisor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote arrangements most common for experienced advisors who have an established client base. Roles that focus exclusively on protection sales or telephone-based mortgage advice tend to be more remote-compatible than branch-based or new-business development positions.
How do you become a mortgage and protection advisor?
Start by completing a recognized mortgage advice qualification such as CeMAP or an equivalent regulated credential, which is required to give regulated mortgage advice. Most advisors then join a firm as a trainee or mortgage administrator to gain supervised practice hours before advising clients independently. Adding a protection qualification, such as CeRER or a Certificate in Financial Planning focused on protection, broadens the roles available to you and increases your earning potential once qualified.
Can you get a mortgage and protection advisor job with little experience?
Yes, many firms hire candidates who hold the relevant qualifications but have limited advising experience, particularly for trainee advisor or mortgage advisor support roles. Emphasizing your time in customer-facing financial services, such as banking, insurance, or estate agency, helps demonstrate client handling skills. Firms that offer an employed model with leads provided are generally more open to developing advisors than self-employed introducer models, which typically require an established client base.
What does the mortgage and protection advisor interview process look like?
The process usually begins with a phone or video screen focused on your regulatory status and experience with mortgage products. A second stage often includes a structured competency interview covering client scenarios, compliance awareness, and how you approach protection conversations. Many employers also run a role-play exercise where you conduct a short fact-find with a mock client, demonstrating how you identify needs, explain products, and document suitability before moving to a recommendation.
Where can I find and apply to mortgage and protection advisor jobs?
You can find and apply to mortgage and protection advisor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your qualifications and advice model, then apply directly to each one that fits your experience and location preferences.
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