Lead Investigator, Corporate Security & Global Investigations

Lennox International•Richardson, TX

1d•$90,000 - $118,650•Remote

About The Position

The Investigator, Corporate Security & Global Investigations is responsible for conducting investigations involving theft, fraud, cargo theft, inventory loss, workplace violence concerns, workplace misconduct, and other incidents impacting Lennox associates, assets, operations, or reputation. This role supports the protection of people, property, and product through timely, objective, and professional investigations while ensuring compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and investigative standards. Reporting to the Corporate Security Manager, this role partners closely with HR, Legal, and EHSS, to determine root causes and make recommendations for corrective measures. The Investigator serves as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert, supporting enterprise efforts to reduce loss, strengthen compliance, and maintain a safe and secure workplace. This role conducts investigations across manufacturing, distribution, corporate, and field operations environments while supporting broader Corporate Security initiatives as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Security Management, Business, or related field, or equivalent investigative experience
8 years of experience in corporate investigations, asset protection, law enforcement, military, intelligence, compliance, or related fields
Experience conducting investigations involving theft, fraud, workplace misconduct, inventory loss, cargo theft, or operational losses
Experience conducting investigative interviews, collecting evidence, and preparing investigative reports
Experience presenting findings and recommendations to leadership and business partners
Ability to travel up to 50 % to support investigations, site assessments, and business requirements
Strong investigative mindset with exceptional attention to detail and sound judgment
Commitment to ethics, confidentiality, and objective fact-finding
Ability to identify risk, determine root causes, and recommend practical solutions
Strong partnership and communication skills across all levels of the organization
Ability to manage multiple investigations while maintaining quality and timeliness
Passion for protecting people, property, and product while supporting business success
Continuous learning mindset and commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications such as Professional Certified Investigator (PCI), Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Wicklander-Zulawski interview and interrogation training
Prior law enforcement, military, intelligence, or corporate investigations experience
Experience supporting workplace violence prevention and threat management programs
Experience conducting investigations involving cargo theft, inventory loss, organized theft activity, or supply chain fraud
Experience working in manufacturing, distribution, logistics, or industrial environments

Responsibilities

Conduct investigations involving theft, fraud, workplace misconduct, inventory loss, cargo theft, conflicts of interest, policy violations, and other crimes against the business
Conduct investigative interviews and collect documentary, digital, and physical evidence
Gather, preserve, and manage evidence in accordance with company standards and legal requirements
Prepare detailed investigative reports that clearly document facts, findings, conclusions, and recommendations
Present investigative findings to leadership, HR, Legal, and other stakeholders as appropriate
Maintain investigative case files and records in accordance with company policies and legal requirements
Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify and address compliance gaps
Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analysis to identify potential threats and weaknesses
Investigate cargo theft, inventory discrepancies, diversion schemes, transportation-related losses, and supply chain fraud
Investigate and respond to security breaches and implement corrective measures
Partner with Logistics, Transportation, Operations, and third-party carriers to identify loss trends and vulnerabilities
Support recovery efforts and coordinate with law enforcement, insurance carriers, and industry partners when appropriate
Analyze loss data to identify organized theft activity, emerging threats, and opportunities for loss reduction
Assist in developing and implementing countermeasures to reduce cargo theft and operational losses
Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and standards
Support workplace violence prevention and threat management programs through investigative support and case management
Assist in evaluating reports of threatening behavior, harassment, intimidation, and workplace safety concerns
Partner with HR, Legal, and leadership teams to implement mitigation strategies and response plans
Support critical incident response activities involving workplace violence, threats, or other security-related events
Build strong relationships with HR, Legal, Operations, Supply Chain, and EHSS.
Serve as a trusted advisor on investigative matters, workplace concerns, and security-related risks
Coordinate with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies when appropriate
Partner with external stakeholders to support investigations, recovery efforts, and risk mitigation initiatives
Communicate findings, trends, and recommendations professionally and effectively to stakeholders at all levels