Corporate Security Investigator

The Corporate Security Sr. Investigator conducts comprehensive and timely investigations of matters of various levels of complexity to include internal and external criminal activity. The Corporate Security Sr. Investigator is also responsible for coordination and communication about investigative matters with management, Office of the President, Human Resources, and law enforcement.

Position Accountabilities

• Respond to a variety of security incidents, including robbery, threats, theft of cash, suspicious activity, counterfeit money, and potential security breaches.
• Lead investigations of security related incidents; interview witnesses and victims; responsible for gathering physical evidence and preserving it for future use; complete reports and follow up with management and stakeholders as needed.
• Ensure effective end-to-end case management for incident reports and EEP cases submitted to Corporate Security.
• Communicate effectively with internal clients in relation to investigative matters and brief stakeholders on findings and recommendations. Follow up on recommendations and document outcomes.
• Responsible for documentation of strategies, investigative steps, and investigate results, including referrals to Law Enforcement and outside agencies.
• Coordinate investigations and information with law enforcement; maintain close partnership with law enforcement personnel and prosecutors. Liaise with Federal, State & Local Law Enforcement Agencies.
• Gather and properly maintain evidence related to investigations.
• Work with management, Human Resources and/or corporate counsel on restricted confidential topics.
• Provide expert testimony in court cases.
• Responsible for independent production of reports and ensuring reports are distributed appropriately.
• Develop and implement corporate security training for teammates, to include bank policies, loss prevention, investigations, and security awareness.
• Analyze corporate needs and suggest creative ideas to enhance a comprehensive corporate-wide (long and short-term) security and loss prevention program. Monitor activities for patterns and trends, and make recommendation including preparing analysis and benchmarking with others in similar industries.
• Develop, review, and/or update internal policies and procedures to ensure that the Corporate Security program is effective and compliant with internal and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to the development of new processes and technologies to improve the investigative process.
• Assist in implementing the Corporate Security Incident Response plan and threat management process when necessary.
• Make recommendations to the Corporate Security Officer to gain efficiencies and reduce cost.
• Manage the refresh and upgrade of video management systems, including budgets, and implementations.
• Attend continuing education training seminars for security and investigations professionals.
• Available on call for after-hours emergencies.
• Acts as back up to Corporate Security Officer, and other Corporate Security Teammates
• Other duties as assigned by the Corporate Security Officer.

 Organizational Relationship

Reports to the Corporate Security Officer

Position Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Undergraduate degree in Business, Security Management, Criminal Justice or a related field
• Minimum of eight years of directly related security and investigations experience, or a combination of education and experience required.
• Professional Security Certifications such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Advanced communication (written and oral) and organizational skills; ability to interact effectively with other departments and all levels of the organization, including executive management; and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated experience in performing investigations acquired through practical experience in the public, government, or private sectors.
• Expert knowledge of legal concepts of evidence collection, chain of custody, interviewing and investigations.
• Law enforcement or industry-specific knowledge regarding common tools and techniques utilized in investigations of misconduct and fraudulent activities.
• Experience in court proceedings, presenting evidence and supporting corporate counsel.
• Interpersonal / Communication: Ability to interact effectively with senior level management, strong interviewing skills, discrete and professional, ability to influence others to achieve results, effective busi