Security Investigator - Hattiesburg

Southern Company • Hattiesburg, MS

13h • Onsite

About The Position

This position provides investigative and physical security services to Mississippi Power. The role involves responding to complaints of violations of Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory mandates, and company policies, which may have been committed by employees, contractors, vendors, outsourced service providers, or temporary employees. Additionally, the Security Investigator serves as a liaison between the company and local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.

Requirements

• At least 3 years investigative experience in the following corporate security areas or related fields, local, state, or federal agencies is required: Corporate Security, Internal Auditing, Internal Affairs, Criminal Investigations
• 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

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or a related field
• 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

Benefits

• competitive base salary
• annual incentive awards for eligible employees
• health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being

What This Job Offers

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