Corporate Security Specialist - Protective Services - Decatur, IL

Archer Daniels Midland•Decatur, IL

About The Position

Corporate Security Specialist - Protective Services - Decatur, IL This is a non-exempt level position. Position Summary: The Corporate Security Specialist Protective Services NA will be responsible for executing and enhancing ADM Corporate Security Departments cores services throughout the North American region. This will include gathering & analyzing security-related intelligence information from a variety of sources including both private/public sources in order to evaluate & anticipate security risks and threats related to ADM’s staff , operations and brand. An integral part of success in this position will be the ability to effectively conduct internal investigations aligned with local law enforcement regulations and internal ADM policies. This position will create & maintain accurate & timely reports and/or briefings to be distributed to security leadership and key internal stakeholders. Additional support will include behavioral threat assessment duties and direct contact with key law enforcement partners to alleviate immediate and emerging risks.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with minimum 10 years of related professional experience in the security industry, or comparable equivalence
10+ years of working and independently managing investigations and associated threat assessments in the public or private sector.
Excellent written and verbal English language skills, additional language capabilities a plus
Holder of a valid driver’s license
Must be able to walk, climb and physically move throughout ADM’s many industrial environments
Good command of Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point etc.)
Availability to travel on short notice to respond to emergency security situations throughout North America
Technically proficient and able to learn new tools and skills
Deep understanding physical security infrastructure components applicability such as CCTV, Alarm Systems, Perimeter Controls and Access Control Systems.

Responsibilities

Identify, monitor & analyze the security environment in North America with the potential to impact ADM staff and operations, provide timely reporting and mitigation options to company stakeholders
Conduct behavioral threat assessments related to an integrated workplace violence prevention program.
Confidentially lead internal investigations in compliance with applicable internal and external laws and policies.
Prepare concise investigative reports and executive summaries, lead verbal briefings when necessary.
Conduct training for internal colleagues on a wide variety of security related topics.
Coordinate security support for key ADM company events in NA.
Establish journey management strategies for company staff to mitigate risk during periods of instability.
Conduct security and vulnerability assessments.
Support incident response, crisis management, and emergency preparedness.
Conduct due diligence and assess the capability of both armed and unarmed third party service providers.
Develop security related policies and initiatives per ADM and industry-wide best practices
Conduct training for internal colleagues on a wide variety of security related topics
Conduct thorough research projects and provide management with key findings.
Conduct due diligence on security contractors for both unarmed and armed support needs.

Benefits

In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:
Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
Additional benefits include:
Paid time off including paid holidays.
Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
Tuition assistance.
Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.