Investigations Specialist, Global Security

McKesson; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

McKesson is seeking an Investigations Specialist in Richmond, VA to join the Global Security team. This role leads complex workplace investigations, from intake to resolution, covering incidents affecting safety, assets, or reputation.

You’ll collaborate with HR, Legal, Compliance, and EHS, using best practices and strong interviewing skills. This hybrid role offers competitive pay, a bonus opportunity, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent and requires 4+ years of relevant experience
• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Business, Public Administration, Homeland Security, or related field
• Knowledge of corporate investigative standards and best practices, including: Evidence collection and preservation, Chain of custody, Fact-based analysis, Investigative interviewing

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a diverse caseload of security-related incidents, ensuring investigations are conducted in a timely, thorough, and objective manner
• Lead investigations from initial intake through resolution, including evidence gathering, interviews, fact-finding, analysis, documentation, and the development of investigative findings and recommendations
• Assess reports of threatening, concerning, or potentially violent behavior and partner with appropriate stakeholders to evaluate risk and support measures that promote workplace safety
• Collaborate with Human Resources, Legal, Compliance, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Information Security, and business leaders on investigations
• Prepare investigative reports, ensuring findings are thoroughly documented and sensitive information is handled with the highest degree of confidentiality
• Identify trends, vulnerabilities, and recurring issues discovered through investigations and provide recommendations to reduce risk, strengthen controls, and prevent future incidents
• Serve as a liaison with law enforcement and external partners for investigative needs, as appropriate

Skills

Interviewing

Analytical skills

Discretion

Investigative interviewing

Evidence collection

Education

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Business, Public Administration, Homeland Security, or related field

Tools

CCTV/VMS

Access control (Lenel/Pro-Watch)

Intrusion detection systems

Visitor management (FacilityOS)

Job description

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care. What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people.

Investigations Specialist, Global Security

Location: Richmond, VA (hybrid (3 times/week or on-site full time))

Competitive base pay, bonus and benefit eligible

Position Overview

The Security Investigator role is responsible for standing up a dedicated investigations program and leading complex and sensitive investigations involving workplace security incidents, policy violations, theft, insider threat activity, fraud, and other incidents that may impact the safety of employees, protection of assets, continuity of operations, or reputation of the organization. Working as part of the Global Security and Safety team, this role conducts investigations across corporate spaces, distribution centers, operational facilities, and other business locations, utilizing investigative best practices to gather facts, assess risk, determine findings, and support appropriate corrective actions. This position partners closely with Human Resources, Legal, Compliance, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Information Security, and business leaders to address security-related concerns and mitigate organizational risk. The Security Investigator serves as a trusted advisor on investigative matters, providing objective analysis, actionable recommendations, and timely reporting to support informed decision-making. Success in this role requires strong investigative judgment, exceptional interviewing and case management skills, discretion in handling sensitive matters, and the ability to navigate complex situations while maintaining professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.

Job Responsibilities

• Independently manage a diverse caseload of security-related incidents, ensuring investigations are conducted in a timely, thorough, and objective manner consistent with company policies and investigative standards
• Lead investigations from initial intake through resolution, including evidence gathering, interviews, fact-finding, analysis, documentation, and the development of investigative findings and recommendations
• Assess reports of threatening, concerning, or potentially violent behavior and partner with appropriate stakeholders to evaluate risk and support measures that promote workplace safety
• Collaborate with Human Resources, Legal, Compliance, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Information Security, and business leaders on investigations
• Prepare investigative reports, ensuring findings are thoroughly documented and sensitive information is handled with the highest degree of confidentiality
• Identify trends, vulnerabilities, and recurring issues discovered through investigations and provide recommendations to reduce risk, strengthen controls, and prevent future incidents
• Serve as a liaison with law enforcement and external partners for investigative needs, as appropriate

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent and requires 4+ years of relevant experience
• Education / Training: Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Business, Public Administration, Homeland Security, or a related field
• Specialized Knowledge / Skills: Knowledge of corporate investigative standards and best practices, including: Evidence collection and preservation Chain of custody Fact-based analysis Familiarity with the Investigations Standard (ASIS) preferred Strong investigative interviewing skills, including witness, subject, and complainant interviews Training such as Wicklander-Zulawski (WZ), Certified Forensic Interviewer (CFI), or equivalent preferred Knowledge of workplace security incident prevention, threat assessment methodologies, and behavioral threat indicators Experience leveraging physical security systems during investigations, including: CCTV and video management systems (VMS) Access control systems (Lenel, Pro-Watch) Intrusion detection and alarm systems Visitor management platforms (FacilityOS) Familiarity with fraud examination and internal investigations involving employee misconduct, theft, asset misappropriation, and conflicts of interest ACFE training or certification preferred Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate evidence, identify trends, establish facts, and develop supportable findings. Ability to manage sensitive investigations with professionalism, sound judgment, objectivity, and discretion CPP, PSP, or other relevant professional designations preferred Prior experience in law enforcement, federal service, intelligence, military security, or corporate security roles

Position level - P3 We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.

Our Base Pay Range for this position $80,300 - $133,800

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page. McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) [e-mail] or (Canada) [e-mail]. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.