Senior Manager - Security

Security Strategy Maturity Governance

• Lead the development and execution of security enhancement initiatives to address identified gaps in security maturity


• Strengthen governance policies and controls to ensure a more stringent and proactive security posture across all operations


• Establish mechanisms to continuously assess and improve security effectiveness and resilience

Personnel Security Insider Risk Management

• Develop and enforce controls to manage insider risk including monitoring and prevention of unauthorised sharing of sensitive information e.g. asset locations images


• Work closely with HR to ensure robust vetting clearance and onboarding controls for employees and contractors


• Implement policies governing use of personal devices photography and data sharing within operational zones


• Lead and oversee day-to-day security operations across all sites to ensure effective protection coverage


• Ensure optimal deployment and utilisation of security personnel and resources


• Drive operational efficiency and service quality across all security activities

Contractor Third-Party Security

• Establish and enforce security clearance access control and monitoring processes for contractors and external parties


• Address gaps in tracking and managing non-employee access to sites and critical assets


• Ensure all third-party activities comply with organisational security standards and regulatory requirements

Security Operations Control Room Oversight

• Lead and oversee security operations including control room activities surveillance and access management


• Ensure effective utilisation of CCTV systems badge access controls and monitoring technologies


• Oversee zoning and access restrictions ensuring personnel access is controlled based on role and site requirements

Critical Asset Protection

• Ensure robust protection of critical infrastructure and sensitive locations including monitoring for external exposure e.g. mapping platforms online data


• Coordinate with authorities to assess and mitigate risks related to publicly available information on critical assets


• Implement measures to prevent unauthorised disclosure of sensitive operational details

Regulatory External Coordination

• Act as the key interface with government authorities and national security entities e.g. National Guard on security-related matters


• Ensure compliance with evolving national security expectations and regulatory requirements


• Lead responses to external security reviews audits and recommendations

INCIDENT MANAGEMENT INVESTIGATION

• Oversee investigation of security breaches information leaks and non-compliance incidents


• Ensure timely escalation and corrective actions to prevent recurrence


• Analyse trends to strengthen preventive controls and reduce vulnerabilities

MAINTENANCE TESTING INSPECTION

• Oversee maintenance testing and operational readiness of security systems e.g. access control CCTV intrusion detection systems


• Ensure regular inspections and audits to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance


• Drive continuous improvement in system reliability and effectiveness

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

• Ensure compliance with all local regulatory requirements and international standards related to security


• Maintain readiness for inspections and audits by authorities


• Act as the focal point for engagement with external agencies and regulatory bodies

TRAINING AWARENESS

• Lead development and delivery of security training and awareness programs across the organisation


• Promote a strong security culture to minimise risks and incidents

EMERGENCY RESPONSE COORDINATION

• Align security protocols with emergency response and crisis management frameworks


• Support site security during incidents ensuring effective coordination and control

PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

• Lead and manage a team of Security Superintendents multi-disciplinary focus including Surveillance control room operationsAccess control and badge managementData and information-related security controls


• Ensure effective coordination across teams and locations to deliver integrated security outcomes

SAFETY QUALITY ENVIRONMENT

• Ensure compliance with all safety quality and environmental policies and procedures


• Promote a secure and safe working environment across all operations

AUTHORITY DECISION MARKING

• Operates within broad organisational and regulatory frameworks exercising independent judgment in managing complex and sensitive security risks


• Authority to enforce security controls restrictions and compliance measures across all sites including personnel and contractor access


• Authority to initiate investigations and corrective actions in response to security breaches or vulnerabilities


• Authority to implement restrictions on device usage access zones and information sharing practices to protect critical assets


• Represents the organisation in engagements with external authorities on security matters and drives implementation of required actions

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field


• Professional certifications in Security / Risk / Crisis Management (preferred)

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• 10+ years of experience in security operations and risk management, preferably within industrial or critical infrastructure environments


• At least 5–7 years in managerial roles

SKILLS

• Strong knowledge of physical and personnel security frameworks


• Experience in insider risk management and access control systems


• Knowledge of regulatory and national security requirements


• Ability to manage sensitive and high-risk scenarios


• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills


• Experience working in complex, multi-site environments


• Proficiency in security systems and digital monitoring tools

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