Field Security Specialist - Investigations

Continental Resources•Midland, TX

About The Position

The Field Security Specialist – Investigations conducts investigations, rig and site compliance inspections, and vulnerability assessments across primarily Permian-area operations. The specialist installs and maintains security equipment and coordinates with law enforcement, landowners, and internal departments, including Human Resources on field personnel matters. The role works with some independence under general guidance from a leader, applying security and investigative expertise to resolve varied and sometimes complex issues. The position performs field aspects of corporate security programs and field-based training, including planned drills; conducts or assists with compliance inspections and criminal investigations; and implements the strategic Security plan and coordinates field security responses in alignment with corporate guidance. Investigations may involve fraud, vandalism, theft, or other conduct and include collecting evidence, interviewing relevant parties, searching investigative databases, and preparing detailed reports. The specialist may represent Continental with landowners, investigate concerns about potential employee or contractor misconduct and CLR-related operations, assist Human Resources with certain field personnel matters, and support VIP transportation and executive protection when needed. The role also assists with threat and vulnerability assessments and recommendations, and works with internal departments and external parties on security matters. The position requires extensive travel and may involve significant work time, including nights and weekends as needed. Field conditions include exposure to loud noise, hazardous chemicals, and hydrocarbons under extreme pressure, requiring appropriate safety measures.

Requirements

Minimum high school diploma or GED.
Security Officer certificate or retired law enforcement officer concealed-carry credentials.
Knowledge and experience conducting and documenting complex investigations.
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
Acceptable pre-employment background and drug test.
Considerable experience working with and/or for trained security personnel and in investigative matters.
Sound judgment and strong leadership.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills, teamwork, and relationship management.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize and handle multiple competing priorities in pressure situations.
Capability to drive distances of 150 miles or more per day during all types of weather conditions.
Ability to work significant amounts of time as required, including nights and weekends as needed.
Ability to stoop, stand, walk, pull, carry instruments, and climb stairs and ladders for extended periods.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and one-arm carry up to 25 pounds without assistance.
Ability to bend, crouch, pull, and kneel regularly to check equipment and gauges.
Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds frequently to move or manipulate objects.
Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.
Ability to work in field environments with extremely loud noises, hazardous chemicals, and hydrocarbons that may be under extreme pressure, using appropriate safety measures.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience in crisis management, including familiarity with Incident Command Systems (ICS).
Five or more years of experience as a law enforcement officer.
Successful completion of a state-recognized law enforcement academy or equivalent training.
Defensive tactics and/or less-than-lethal training.
Associate or bachelor’s degree.
Significant experience investigating potential criminal matters, including theft, vandalism, white-collar crime, and other oil-field-related matters.

Responsibilities

Conduct field aspects of corporate security programs and field-based training, including planned drills.
Conduct and assist with rig and site compliance inspections and criminal investigations across assigned operating areas.
Implement and enforce the strategic Security plan and coordinate field security response functions in alignment with corporate guidance.
Install and maintain security cameras and other applicable security devices as needed to address potential criminal activity.
Investigate allegations of fraud, vandalism, theft, or other conduct by collecting evidence, interviewing applicable parties, searching investigative databases, and preparing detailed reports.
Represent Continental with landowners when directed.
Investigate landowner concerns involving potential employee or contractor misconduct and address concerns related to CLR operations or activities.
Assist with threat and vulnerability assessments of key assets and provide strategic recommendations to mitigate identified gaps.
Assist Human Resources with certain personnel matters in field locations.
Assist with VIP transportation and executive protection when needed.
Work with internal departments on security-related matters and with external parties, including local, state, and federal law enforcement and peer companies.
Perform other duties as assigned.