Chief Security Officer Career Opportunity at Economic Development Center –
Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) is a foundation established to provide support
for socio-economic development programmes in the Niger Delta. The foundation will be
funding programmes in partnership with other donors from the public and private sector,
seeking to create a dynamic, multi-stakeholder partnership that takes full advantage of
synergies involving diverse organisations and interests. The Economic Development Center
(EDC) will generate opportunities for sustainable and equitable economic development in the
Niger Delta.
The foundation is seeking for a qualified candidate to fill the position below;
Job Title: Chief Security Officer
JOB LOCATION: Warri , Nigeria
Responsibilities
a. Lead operational risk management activities and assessment
b. Identify protection goals, objectives and metrics consistent with foundation
strategic plan
c. Oversee incident response planning as well as the investigation of security
breaches, and assist with disciplinary and legal matters associated with such
breaches as necessary
d. Oversee the continuous monitoring and protection of facilities, personnel and
information systems.
e. Maintain relationships with local, state and federal law enforcement and other
related government agencies
f. Manage the development and implementation of security policy, standards,
guidelines and procedures to ensure ongoing maintenance of security. Physical
protection responsibilities will include asset protection, workplace violence
prevention, access control systems, video surveillance and more.
g. Environmental scanning on threat, determine level of risk and apply security
phases.
h. Interfacing with security departments in other organisations
i. Manage security escorts to support the needs of the center
j. Work with outside consultants as appropriate for independent security measures
k. Create, maintain and improve safety in the center.
Educational Qualification
A bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or any relevant field. A Masters degree in a relevant field
is an added advantage.
Knowledge, skill and experience
Must be an intelligent, articulate and persuasive leader who is able to
communicate security-related concepts to a broad range of technical and nontechnical
staff.
Must have a solid understanding of information technology and information
security.
10 – 12 years progressive experience working in a security department /
organisation / agency.
Must have strong working knowledge of pertinent law and the law enforcement
community.
Consensus-builder, while still results-oriented and commitment focused
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience with risk analysis and contingency planning
Applicants from any of the 9 states in the Niger Delta will be given a priority over
other applicants
How to apply
Suitability statement and CV’s with the job title clearly indicated as the subject of the
mail should be sent to [email protected]. Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.
Application closes on Friday, April 13th, 2012
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