Security Operations Manager III

Cox
$79,400.00 - $119,000.00 / yr
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Seagoville
Feb 13, 2025
Cox Enterprises is hiring a Security Operations Manager III who will lead and direct Enterprise Security personnel responsible for performing Enterprise Security and Investigations-related functions for all Cox Enterprises business units in an assigned geographic area and ensure proper planning, organizing, and conducting difficult and complex investigations related to both internal and external security issues are conducted. Allocates assignments and resources, ensuring team members focus on critical duties, including: Planning, organizing, and conducting investigations relating to both internal and external security issues (i.e., illegal facility access, theft, property damage, workplace Violence, Directed Threats). Linking evidence from various sources with suspects/instances. Develops investigative strategy, Interviews employees and vendors to further investigative efforts and establish evidence. Collaborating with People Solutions, Legal, and other groups to ensure appropriate information sharing and process effectiveness. Liaising with local, state, federal,l and other law enforcement. Prepare clear, comprehensive, and cohesive investigative reports and statistical data. Identifies security vulnerabilities and recommends strategies for prevention and/or mitigation utilizing physical security functions (CCTV, Access Control, Intrusion Detection, Environmental)4 Oversees security operations to ensure a secure working environment is setup and maintained utilizing internal and external resources Participates in and/or responds to business crisis, interruption or disaster planning and events. Presents training programs for employees, contractors, and temporary employees on security related topics. Ensures proper reporting of all security and investigative activity within an assigned area is accurately maintained and reported to Enterprise Security Leadership. Conducts continued vulnerability assessments of Cox facilities to ensure LRP, OPEX/CAPEX plans are maintained as well as regional operational and capital budget planning and invoicing Manage operations and sustainability for an Enterprise Security Operation Center supporting all CEI Business units in a geographical area. Qualifications Minimum: A high school diploma/GED and 5 years of relevant experience (e.g., Fraud, Theft, Security, Business). Alternatively, the right candidate may qualify with a bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience, a master's degree and 1 year of experience, or a Ph.D. with up to 1 year of experience. 1 or more years in a supervisory role Proven self-starter, who works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. Proficient interviewing and interrogation techniques to conduct independent, thorough investigations in the areas of theft, fraud, violent acts, vandalism, etc., to obtain information. 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 leadership, teamwork, adaptability, and problem-solving skills. Preferred: A bachelor's degree in an area of study relevant to this position or least 3 years of experience with a law enforcement, intelligence, public, or private sector security organization. Ability to effectively present information to senior management, attorneys, judges, and federal, state, and local enforcement authorities. Corporate Security experience. Security Clearance eligible. Experience in incident management and business continuity. Certification or accreditation from a Risk or Security Management Association or governing body. USD 79,400.00 - 119,000.00 per year Compensation: Compensation includes a base salary of $79,400.00 - $119,000.00. 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. 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. About Cox Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses - which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications - is forging a better future for us all. Ready to make your mark? Join us today! Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page . Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Statement to ALL Third-Party Agencies and Similar Organizations: Cox accepts resumes only from agencies with which we formally engage their services. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, Cox employees, Cox hiring manager, or send to any Cox facility. Cox is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes.