Regional Security Officer

This position is in our Corporate Security organization within the Corporate Real Estate group. The Regional Security Officer manages and administers all aspects of physical security for small to medium sized company facilities.

Responsible for technical security operations and threat management to protect Bank associates, clients, and assets. Identifies emerging threats and trends through analysis and recommends appropriate countermeasures. Develops innovative solutions for security risks that consider long-term impact, integration with other systems, maintenance, and cost-effectiveness. Participates in investigations of physical security incidents and provides testimony on matters of crime. Serves as a technical security consultant to stakeholders within the area through knowledge of banking and security regulations, criminal codes, and key industry trends.

• Security Assessment - Assesses risks or threats through analysis of new and existing facilities. Ensures risks or threats are identified, mitigated within the Bank's tolerance levels, and that appropriate security technology is in place. Evaluates risks associated with vendor relationships, services, and products. Conveys reports to management on assessment results.
• Incident Resolution - Manages incidents of crimes and other circumstances that occur on Bank premises or impact Bank operations, associates, or clients. Works closely with law enforcement officers to support legal response and investigation. Provides advice, maintains incident records, and collects possible evidence. Facilitates the restoration of security and normal operations.
• Business Support - Serve as a technical consultant on physical security risks, impact, and corresponding liability for executive management and other key business stakeholders. Collaborates on the development and implementation of protective measures, procedures, and risk solutions. Creates system designs and manages security systems within assigned facilities. Provides ongoing monitoring and technical support for installed security systems.
• Security Expertise - Maintains a strong current awareness of security-related regulations, criminal codes, and industry or forecasted changes. Builds relationships with business partners, public officials, and industry peers to facilitate information sharing. Develops an awareness of like problems and innovative solutions within the industry.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of experience in Industrial Security or Law Enforcement

OR High School Diploma or GED and 8 years of experience in Industrial Security or Law Enforcement

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Milestone, Verint video systems, RS2 Access Control, Service Channel, ServiceNow, FCRM, MCIM
• American Society for Industrial Security (APP, CPP, PSP, PCI) certifications
• De-escalation tactics, conflict resolution certification or training
• Association of Threat Assessment Professionals membership
• Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design certification
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills

Skill(s): Knowledge of physical and electronic security technology, knowledge of crime prevention through environmental design concepts, security lighting regulations and industry standards, legal implications of security system implementation, premises liability, and negligence.

Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.