Lead Investigator, Corporate Security

Vancity • Vancouver, BC

16h • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Lead Investigator, Corporate Security, you will play a critical role in protecting Vancity’s people, assets, and organizational integrity. You will lead complex investigations into physical security incidents, internal threats, and employee misconduct while conducting enterprise‑wide risk assessments across our branch network. Bringing deep expertise in law enforcement or corporate security, you will act as a trusted subject matter expert, partnering with leaders and teams to strengthen prevention strategies, embed sustainable mitigation measures, and build a strong culture of safety and accountability across the organization. This is a Full‑time, Permanent role based at our Vancity head office and will report directly to the Senior Manager, Corporate Security. While this position provides a hybrid work arrangement, you will be expected to be on‑site for events and business demands. As this role involves travel, a valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle are required.

Requirements

• Completion of a post‑secondary education in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Security Management, or a related field
• A minimum of 7–10 years of progressive experience in law enforcement, corporate security, or complex investigations
• Demonstrated experience leading sensitive, high‑impact investigations with sound judgment and discretion
• Strong knowledge of physical security risk assessment methodologies and internal threat management practices
• Proven ability to influence senior leaders and provide clear, strategic security advice
• Experience working closely with law enforcement agencies and external security partners
• Relevant professional certifications such as CPP, CFE, or equivalent security or investigative designations

Nice To Haves

• Experience within financial services or other highly regulated environments
• Background in enterprise risk management or fraud and security programs
• Advanced training in interview techniques or threat assessment

Responsibilities

• Leading enterprise‑wide assessments of physical security risks across branch locations
• Conducting complex investigations into physical security incidents, internal threats, and employee misconduct
• Synthesizing risk insights and presenting clear, actionable recommendations to senior leaders
• Driving the execution of enterprise‑level physical security and internal threat mitigation strategies
• Partnering with law enforcement and internal and external stakeholders during high‑impact incidents
• Providing senior‑level presence through branch visits and direct engagement with employees
• Leading security awareness, training, and capability‑building initiatives across the organization
• Strengthening organizational preparedness by collaborating with business continuity and emergency response teams

Benefits

• Competitive rewards and benefits
• Flexible benefit packages that can be tailored annually
• 3-4 weeks of vacation per year, with additional days earned over time
• 2 extra stat holidays, plus care days for personal or family illness
• Immediate Health Coverage: Health and dental benefits begin on your hire date, with three levels of coverage to choose from
• Defined Benefit Pension: Our retirement plan provides a guaranteed income for life

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree