Security Investigator - Hattiesburg

Southern Company • Hattiesburg, MS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position provides investigative and physical security services to Mississippi Power in response to complaints of violations of Federal, State, and local laws; regulatory mandates; and company policies. Such violations may have been committed by employees, contractors, vendors, outsourced service providers, or temporary employees. It also serves as a liaison between the company and local, state and federal law enforcement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or a related field
• At least 3 years investigative experience in the following corporate security areas or related fields, local, state, or federal agencies
• Demonstrated ability to independently plan and conduct sensitive investigations
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and present reports of findings and recommendations, both verbally and in writing
• Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with individuals and/or groups at all levels within the public and private sector
• Ability to develop a network of professional contacts in law enforcement and other corporate security departments
• Demonstrated high ethical values
• Knowledge of and skills in diverse investigative and interviewing techniques
• Knowledge of applicable civil and criminal law
• Knowledge of trends and best practices in Corporate Security
• Knowledge of general physical security concepts
• Knowledge of project planning and management for physical security equipment installation
• Knowledge and skills in case management systems
• Knowledge of physical security trends & methods
• Knowledge of access control systems
• Knowledge of IP based CCTV

Nice To Haves

• CPP or CFE

Responsibilities

• Conduct proactive & reactive investigations
• Prepare case reports, including investigative findings and recommendations
• Avert losses and collaborate with customers to recover losses of monetary and physical assets
• Undertake special projects including, but not limited to, project planning and management for physical security equipment installation, storm response, threat analysis, executive protection, and physical security assessments
• Complete and maintain firearms qualification, including the requirements to obtain a Mississippi enhanced firearm concealed carry permit
• Partner with other security team members to deliver security solutions to client organizations
• Maintain liaison with Federal, State, and local law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies, as well as with security professionals in other corporations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees