Cox Enterprises

Security Operations Manager

Cox Enterprises$81K — $122K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 4 years' experience in law enforcement or security, or equivalent qualifications.
  • Supervisory experience preferred, indicating a need for leadership skills.
  • Proven self-starter with ability to work independently and exercise judgment.
  • Expertise in interviewing and interrogation techniques for investigative purposes.
  • Strong knowledge of security technologies like CCTV and access control systems, alongside MS Office proficiency.
  • Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills for cross-functional teamwork.
  • Adaptable problem-solver capable of managing diverse tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and conduct investigations into internal and external security issues.
  • Analyze investigative progress to set priorities and objectives.
  • Develop and train external security personnel as required.
  • Link evidence to connect suspects and identify violations.
  • Conduct interviews and document investigations to support legal processes.
  • Implement policies and procedures to enhance security operations.
  • Collaborate with various company stakeholders to optimize security measures.
  • Liaise with law enforcement to ensure effective security strategies.
  • Prepare comprehensive investigative reports and statistical analyses.
  • Identify security vulnerabilities within business operations to recommend preventive measures.
  • Develop training programs on security topics for all levels of staff.

Benefits

  • Flexible vacation policy allowing paid time off as deemed necessary.
  • Seven paid holidays throughout the year.
  • Up to 160 hours of paid wellness time for personal or family wellness needs.
  • Additional paid time off for bereavement, voting, jury duty, volunteering, military service, and parental leave.
Full Job Description
Job Family Group

Facilities

Job Profile

Enterprise Security Sr Analyst

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option

No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

Travel %

Yes, 15% of the time

Work Shift

Day

Compensation
Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $81,400.00 - $122,000.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Job Description

Cox Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Security Operations Manager who will be accountable for planning, developing, implementing, investigating, and managing the organizations investigative and/or physical security programs and strategies to include Business Continuity, safety, and crisis management.

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
  • Plans, organizes, and conducts investigations related to both internal and external security issues, including but not limited to, theft of services and equipment i.e., piracy, the possession, use, or sale of illegal equipment; fraud, identity theft, credit card fraud, avoidance of payment; damage to property and assaults against Cox employees. Testifies in court or administrative hearings as required.
  • Analyzes and evaluates investigative progress to assess priorities, leads, and predetermines goals and objectives. Participates in the identification of resources to support investigations.
  • Develops, trains, and directs external security personnel within the organization or functional area.
  • Establishes connections between suspects and other violators by linking evidence uncovered from various sources.
  • Develops investigative strategy, interviews employees and vendors, obtain admissions, and documents investigation with evidence so that criminal and/or civil procedures are facilitated.
  • Implements the policies, procedures and systems required to maintain and enhance the organizational mission.
  • Interprets and applies laws, orders, rules, and regulations pertaining to enterprise policy and procedure.
  • Collaborates with all company stakeholders including but not limited to Human Resources, legal, operations, etc.
  • Maintains a liaison with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to achieve maximum results and business support.
  • Prepares clear, comprehensive, and cohesive investigative reports and statistical data in a timely manner.
  • Reviews and analyzes functional business operations businesses and associated processes to identify security vulnerabilities and weaknesses to recommend strategies for prevention, mitigation, and recovery.
  • Develops and presents training programs for employees, contractors, and temporary employees on a plethora of security-related topics, including but not limited to personal security, robbery, information security, due diligence, workplace violence, building access control, and BCP.
  • Management of assigned equipment and property.
  • This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees of Cox Enterprises, Inc. are expected to perform tasks as assigned by Cox Enterprises, Inc.


Qualifications

Minimum/Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 4 years' experience in a related field (law enforcement, intelligence, public, or private sector security organization). The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master's degree and 2 years' experience; or 8 years' experience in a related field.
  • Supervisor experience preferred.
  • Proven self-starter who works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment.
  • Proficient interviewing and interrogation techniques to obtain information to conduct independent, thorough investigations in theft, fraud, violent acts, vandalism, etc.
  • Requires strong knowledge of CCTV, access control, alarms, and use of covert equipment, MS Office applications, i.e., Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
  • Excellent decision-making, interpersonal, written, verbal, presentation, and collaborative skills to work effectively with teams throughout the organization and external contacts.
  • This position requires teamwork, adaptability, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to travel up to but not limited to 10% of the time.


Benefits

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company's needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.

About Cox Enterprises

Cox Enterprises is a privately held global conglomerate headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, United States, with approximately 55,000 employees and $21 billion in total revenue. Its major operating subsidiaries are Cox Communications, Cox Automotive, and Cox Media Group. The company's major national brands include AutoTrader, Kelley Blue Book, and Cox Homelife. Cox Enterprises is currently led by Alex Taylor, the great-grandson of founder James M. Cox.
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1898

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