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Stephen Hearne

Stephen Hearne

Corporate Security
Chapin,SC

Summary

Dynamic security leader with over two decades of extensive experience at First Citizens Bank spanning Bank Operations, Fraud Investigations, Loss Prevention, and Corporate Security. Drives corporate security strategy through enhancing risk assessment and mitigation processes. Expert in developing policies and training programs relative to physical security risk assessment and behavioral threat assessment and management. Adept at fostering collaboration across the enterprise in pursuance of corporate strategies and goals. Ensures compliance with the Bank Protection Act, CA SB553, and other applicable regulatory requirements. Proven ability to manage teams effectively while implementing innovative security solutions that safeguard associates, customers, and assets and elevate operational efficiency for more than 500 branches and building, and 700 ATMs.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

Director Security Services

First Citizens Bank
05.2023 - Current
  • Drives the development of Corporate Security through business planning that aligns with corporate strategic objectives, enhancing operational efficiency, and leading progressive change.
  • Ensures the safety of the enterprise's physical assets through oversight of department activities, selecting tools and techniques that enhance security, quality, and effectiveness.
  • Provide guidance on complex, escalated security issues.
  • Develop and implement corporate security policies and procedures that mitigate risk exposure.
  • Manage team performance and training to maximize professional development.

Manage third-party vendor relationships relative to corporate security.

Manager, Corporate Security

First Citizens Bank
04.2021 - 05.2023
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to company policies, and efficiency standards.
  • Developed and implemented process improvements to enhance team productivity and service quality.
  • Managed cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, and achieving project milestones on time.
  • Conducted performance evaluations, providing feedback and guidance to improve individual and team performance.

Sr. Regional Security Consultant

First Citizens Bank
01.2015 - 04.2021
  • Developed and implemented security protocols to safeguard sensitive financial data.
  • Conducted risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities in existing security frameworks.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance overall security awareness and compliance.
  • Led training sessions on new security technologies for staff members, improving knowledge retention.

Manager, Loss Prevention & Fraud Investigations

First Citizens Bank
01.2012 - 01.2015

Sr. Fraud Investigator

First Citizens Bank
01.2008 - 01.2012

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music And Finance

Furman University, Greenville, SC
06-1998

Skills

  • Corporate Security Strategy
  • Physical Security Risk Assessment and Mitigation
  • Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management
  • Corporate Security Policy Development and Implementation
  • Physical Security Incident Response Processes
  • Security & BTAM Training and Development
  • Security Compliance Standards

Affiliations

Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP)

American Society of Industrial Security (ASIS)

National Institute of Crime Prevention - National CPTED Association (NICP)

Certification

Certified Protection Professional (CPP)

Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPD)

*Certified Threat Manager (ATAP) - currently preparing to sit for examination in 2026

Accomplishments

  • Develop and maintain a physical security risk assessment program and mitigation strategies based on risks and controls.
  • Develop and maintain an enterprise workplace violence prevention and intervention program

Work Availability

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Timeline

Director Security Services - First Citizens Bank
05.2023 - Current
Manager, Corporate Security - First Citizens Bank
04.2021 - 05.2023
Sr. Regional Security Consultant - First Citizens Bank
01.2015 - 04.2021
Manager, Loss Prevention & Fraud Investigations - First Citizens Bank
01.2012 - 01.2015
Sr. Fraud Investigator - First Citizens Bank
01.2008 - 01.2012
Furman University - Bachelor of Arts, Music And Finance