About the position
Department - CEO-Corporate Security
Job Type - Permanent
Work Level - Middle Management
Division - Security Operations
Job Grade - D - Lower
Purpose Of the Position
The purpose of this role is to lead, coordinate and manage security technology initiatives to ensure that they are effectively aligned with the overall protection strategy of the company.
Summary Of Key Responsibilities Included But Not Limited To:
- The role also serves as the bridge between physical security protocols and advanced security technologies, ensuring the safety and integrity of the organization's personnel, assets, and information through the strategic deployment of technology and operational excellence.
- Design and execute security strategies that integrate physical and technological solutions, safeguarding the companies assets against evolving threats.
- Oversee the effective deployment, maintenance, and optimization of technical security systems such as access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, and alarms.
- Collaborate with IT and facilities management to ensure alignment and integration of security policies, procedures, and infrastructure.
- Continually assess and recommend new security technologies to enhance the companies security posture.
- Conduct regular security risk assessments of areas thereby treating risks to the company.
- Prepare and deliver regular, accurate, and actionable reports on the effectiveness of security operations and technology deployments.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
- Completed Matric qualification.
- A Diploma or higher relevant to the role.
- Minimum of 5 - 10 years of experience of security operations or security [URL Removed]
- Intermediate proficiency-Microsoft suite (Excel, Email, Word) and SAP.
- Analytical skills.
- Ability to lead teams.
- Leadership skills.
- Ability to collaborate across departments and with external partners.
- Project management skills.
- Planning and organising skills.
- Ability to identify and solve problems.
Knowledge:
- Strong knowledge of current security technologies and best practices in both physical and cyber domains.
- Knowledge of installation, configuration, and management of security systems.
- Strong knowledge of operational security and security practices.
- SHEQ knowledge-Understand and apply relevant SHEQ practices and procedures.
Desired Skills:
- Security Operations Experience
- Bcom in Technoogy
- or Bcom in Cyber Security
- or Bcom in Computer Science
- or Bcom in Information Assurance
- or Bcom in Information Technology
- 5 - 10 years experience
- SHEQ Knowledge
