Regional Security Manager

Brinks • Chicago, IL

101d • $85,400 - $106,700

About The Position

The position of Regional Security Manager is responsible for developing, promoting and maintaining a high level of security standards and 'Best Practices' within the district by focusing on risk management and the General Security Regulations (GSR). In addition, the person in this position will conduct investigations of internally and externally caused losses utilizing discretion and good judgment.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 to 7 years experience in a similar role
• Minimum 5 years experience with Microsoft Office applications

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience)
• Prior civilian law enforcement experience
• Prior law enforcement, loss prevention with investigative experience
• Ability to work with law enforcement, assembling cases for court prosecution
• Prior court testimony experience (a strong plus)
• Knowledge of CCTV, premise alarm protection system, vaults and safes
• Proficiency in additional languages (preferred but not required)

Responsibilities

• Identify physical, operational and cash processing deficiencies through internal loss prevention security audits and make recommendations to senior management for the appropriate corrective actions.
• Ensure the corrective action is accomplished by following up the audit process.
• Develop and facilitate security education and motivation programs for employees at all levels.
• Implement standardized specifications for CCTV, premise alarms, protective systems, vaults, safes and coordinate upgrades where required to maintain adequate levels of protection for employees and customers' assets.
• Track and investigate internal and external losses; provide accurate and timely investigative reports to senior management.
• Conduct complicated internal investigations and identify potential suspects.
• Develop and solidify relationships with various law enforcement agencies as necessary and appropriate.
• Coordinate site surveys and physical security requirements for the construction of new facilities.
• Review plans for renovating existing facilities to ensure compliance with security standards.
• Participate in scheduled meetings held by district vice presidents and general managers and branch managers.
• Teach and insist on the importance of being proactive by focusing on risk management and good security practices and procedures that will protect employees from serious risk of death and injury.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree