Zions Bancorporation is a collection of locally led communityfocused banks committed to strengthening the communities we serve. The Regional Security Officer (RSO) protects the Banks people property and operations by leading regional physical security investigations and crisis response within the Enterprise Business Resilience framework.
The Regional Security Officer blends leadership technical expertise and onsite engagement to advance a culture of safety preparedness and operational resiliency across branches offices and corporate facilities.
Key Responsibilities
Regional Security Leadership
- Serve as the primary security leader and advisor for all business units and facilities in the region.
- Translate corporate security policies into actionable regional plans.
- Partner with Business Continuity Crisis Management and Supplier Resilience teams.
- Provide situational awareness and guidance to regional executives during incidents.
Physical Security & Technology Management
- Oversee installation maintenance and performance of security systems (access control alarms video surveillance).
- Conduct facility security assessments and advise on mitigation strategies.
- Manage security system vendors and service contracts.
- Complete audits access reviews and incident documentation to ensure system integrity.
Threat Prevention Investigations & Response
- Lead or support investigations involving theft workplace violence or criminal activity.
- Work closely with law enforcement and regulatory agencies.
- Provide accurate professional court testimony when required.
Crisis Readiness & Incident Management
- Act as a first responder during emergencies such as robberies natural disasters or civil unrest.
- Support crisis management activation with realtime intelligence and field coordination.
- Participate in postincident reviews and continuous improvement efforts.
- Maintain 24/7 availability for critical events impacting regional operations.
Training Awareness & Culture
- Deliver employee training on robbery response workplace violence and situational awareness.
- Coach managers to identify and escalate potential security risks.
- Promote a strong culture of vigilance accountability and preparedness.
Governance Policy & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to security regulations (Bank Protection Act GLBA etc.).
- Assist with development and refinement of corporate security policies and standards.
- Support enterprise reporting audits and resilience metrics.
- Align regional security practices with Enterprise Risk Management and Operational Risk frameworks.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice Security Management Risk Management or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 2 years of experience in corporate security law enforcement or military operations; financial services experience preferred.
- Experience in investigations physical security systems and crisis/emergency response.
- Knowledge of regulatory and industry standards (Bank Protection Act GLBA OSHA ASIS DHS FFIEC ISO).
- Strong communication leadership and collaboration skills.
- Ability to make sound decisions under pressure during critical events.
- Certifications such as CPP or PSP strongly preferred.
Core Competencies
- Resilience Mindset Views security as essential to business continuity.
- Investigative Excellence Detailfocused ethical and discreet.
- Operational Agility Effective at both strategy and field execution.
- Collaboration Builds strong partnerships across business lines.
- Communication Simplifies complex risks into actionable guidance.
- Crisis Leadership Calm decisive and credible during emergencies.
Why This Role Matters
The RSO plays a vital role in protecting the Banks people and facilities while supporting broader organizational resilience. This is a missioncritical position that reinforces customer confidence operational continuity and the trust that defines our organization.
Benefits
- Medical Dental and Vision Insurance starts Day 1
- Life & Disability Insurance; Paid Parental Leave; Adoption Assistance
- HSA FSA and Dependent Care Accounts
- Paid Training PTO and 11 Paid Federal Holidays
- 401(k) with company match; Profit Sharing
- Mental health resources including coaching and therapy
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Ambassador preferred banking products