Senior Corporate Security Field Investigator

Regions Bank•Gainesville, GA

22h

About The Position

At Regions, the Senior Corporate Security Field Investigator collaborates with branch associates, bank management, senior leadership, Human Resources, law enforcement, and other stakeholders to detect, investigate, and mitigate fraud, robbery, workplace violence, and other criminal activity. The role leads sensitive and complex investigations, including matters involving multiple jurisdictions, significant financial losses, or emerging criminal schemes. Senior Investigators provide investigative expertise to business leaders, identify risks, and develop resolutions to security- and fraud-related matters. The position also assesses physical security risks at Regions locations, supports fraud-loss recovery, monitors crime and loss trends, and recommends risk mitigation measures. It maintains investigative records and prepares reports for internal stakeholders and, when appropriate, law enforcement or regulatory agencies. The investigator may represent the Area Security Manager, mentor and train investigative staff, deliver security awareness training, and provide executive protection support. Regular travel within assigned areas is required, as is responding to emergencies and unscheduled matters after hours. The position is exempt from FLSA timekeeping requirements and is not eligible for overtime pay.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and ten years of law enforcement, government, or private-sector experience focused on financial crimes investigations; or a high school diploma or GED and fourteen years of such experience; or a high school diploma or GED and eighteen years of directly related experience within Regions Corporate Security.
Ability to respond to after-hours incidents, emergencies, and weekend callouts as needed.
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, including short-notice travel and overnight assignments as required.
Experience providing testimony before grand juries and in court proceedings.
Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record, with no license suspensions or revocations and no convictions for moving traffic offenses.
Proven experience conducting criminal investigations, including interviewing suspects, witnesses, and other relevant parties.
Ability to accurately document incidents, investigations, and case activities in clear, concise reports.
Ability to collaborate effectively with subject matter experts and internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to conduct internet-based research and use open-source information in investigations.
Ability to respond to incidents, emergencies, and operational needs outside normal business hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and judicial processes.
Effective public speaking and presentation skills, including the ability to conduct in-person training and informational sessions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Extensive knowledge of and experience with executive protection principles, procedures, and best practices.
Proficient computer skills, including preparing reports with word processing software and developing and delivering PowerPoint presentations.
Strong judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
If electing to carry a concealed firearm and receiving approval, possess firearm certification or successfully complete required firearm training and obtain applicable certifications, and successfully complete semi-annual firearm requalification requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience in law enforcement, corporate investigations, financial crimes investigations, or a related investigative field.
Experience using case management systems, investigative databases, and related technologies for documentation, case tracking, and reporting.
Master’s degree in Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Finance, Security Management, or a related field.
Professional certifications such as Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Certified Professional Investigator (CPI), Certified Fraud Specialist (CFS), or other relevant credentials.
Working knowledge of banking operations, systems, products, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Investigate internal and external criminal activity directed at the Bank or its customers, including activity in which the Bank has been used to facilitate criminal conduct.
Lead complex investigations involving multiple jurisdictions, significant financial losses, and emerging or evolving criminal schemes.
Interview suspects and witnesses, gather and preserve evidence, and maintain investigative records in the case management system.
Prepare clear, thorough, and timely investigative reports and document findings for internal stakeholders and external law enforcement or regulatory agencies as appropriate.
Facilitate recovery of fraud-related losses, including entering into indemnity agreements when necessary.
Conduct physical security risk assessments at Regions locations and recommend enhanced security measures and controls.
Maintain working relationships with senior bank leadership, law enforcement, prosecutors, and security professionals.
Participate in financial crimes task forces, professional development programs, and industry training.
Monitor fraud, crime, and loss trends; communicate findings to market leadership; and recommend risk mitigation and security countermeasures.
Conduct advanced research and analytical projects related to criminal activity, fraud trends, and security risks.
Testify in court proceedings, hearings, depositions, and other legal matters as required.
Respond to emergency situations, after-hours incidents, and unscheduled investigative matters as needed.
Travel throughout assigned areas within the Regions footprint for investigations, security assessments, training, and other business activities.
Represent the Area Security Manager at internal and external meetings, events, and other engagements in their absence.
Mentor, coach, and guide less experienced investigators and support investigative staff onboarding, development, and training.
May provide executive protection support and security services.
May develop and deliver security awareness and fraud prevention training for Regions associates and customers.