Recruitment, apply for Careers Verified recruitment 2025 below.
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Career Verified is recruiting to fill the position below;
Chief Security Officer
Job Specifications:
- Full Time
- Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
- Location: Lagos| Nigeria.
Job Description:
- The Chief Security Officer (CSO)will be responsible for overseeing security operations, law enforcement, and the implementation of security policies to ensure the safety of personnel, assets, and the general public.
- This role involves strategic planning, risk assessment, crime prevention, and leadership in security operations.
Key Responsibilities
Security Management & Law Enforcement:
- Develop, implement, and enforce security policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Supervise and coordinate security teams to ensure law and order are maintained.
- Investigate security breaches, criminal activities, and disciplinary violations.
- Ensure compliance with national security regulations and legal frameworks.
Operational Leadership:
- Oversee daily security and law enforcement operations within the assigned jurisdiction.
- Manage response teams for emergencies, crises, and critical incidents.
- Conduct regular security assessments to identify risks and implement preventive measures.
- Coordinate intelligence gathering and analysis to anticipate security threats.
Personnel Management & Training:
- Lead and mentor officers under command, ensuring high standards of discipline and professionalism.
- Conduct regular training on security protocols, crisis response, and leadership development.
- Ensure proper deployment of security personnel to optimize effectiveness.
Stakeholder Engagement & Coordination:
- Liaise with government agencies, military, police, and private security organizations for security collaboration.
- Develop partnerships with community leaders, businesses, and organizations to enhance security.
- Represent the security department in meetings, briefings, and public engagements.
Crisis Management & Emergency Response:
- Lead response efforts during security threats, disasters, and national emergencies.
- Develop and test emergency response plans for different scenarios.
- Ensure rapid coordination between law enforcement agencies and emergency services.
Administrative & Compliance Duties:
- Prepare reports on security operations, incidents, and law enforcement activities.
- Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards in security management.
- Oversee budgeting and resource allocation for security operations.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Educational Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology, Security Studies, Law Enforcement, or a related field.
- A Master’s degree in Security Management, Law, or Public Administration is an advantage.
Professional Experience:
- Minimum of 7 – 10 years of experience in military, law enforcement, or security management.
- Proven leadership experience in managing large security teams and high-risk operations.
- Experience in crisis management, counter-terrorism, and intelligence operations.
Key Competencies:
- Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
- In-depth knowledge of security laws, protocols, and enforcement strategies.
- Excellent crisis management and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle high-pressure situations with professionalism and composure.
- Proficiency in using security technologies, surveillance systems, and law enforcement databases.
Salary
N700,000 / month.
