Control Risks is currently looking for an experienced Security Director to be embedded with our client, a large multinational company, based in Mindanao, Philippines. This role will play a key part in the ongoing development of the client’s holistic security programme.
The Security Director will lead the security function and assume responsibility for the delivery of the security programme specific to the client's operations. The Security Director is tasked with the development of the security plan, which will assess threats, risks and resources. They will also coordinate security and incident training for local security officers. The Security Director will work closely with leaders from across the business, including Supply Chain, HR, Legal, IT, and Compliance areas. Effective engagement with third party security providers and government agencies is also required.
This position will be hired as an initial 1-year contract, with scope for further extension.
Responsibilities will include:
- Work with leadership team to analyse security threats and risks to the client's people and business. Implement security mitigation plans and establish relevant countermeasures. Escalate higher-level risks as required.
- Work with relevant teams to communicate security advice to travellers operating in high-risk locations.
- Work with business leaders to develop Incident Management plans. Support implementation of incident management framework.
- Oversee and ensure proper performance of the third party security guard companies engaged by the client.
- Create/update the security framework and ensure it is applied effectively.
- Conduct security risk assessments to validate effectiveness’ of security controls (people, processes and technology).
- Lead the implementation of effective and cost-efficient holistic security solutions.
- Conduct a physical security Risk Assessment for new sites or post major refurbishment, use or occupancy change, and major change to threat assessment.
- Understand and apply the full range of corporate investigative capabilities, whilst ensuring their lawful application.
- Coordinate and deliver security capability training required by employees, security teams and third-party partners.
- Possess contractual assessment skills for the implementation and review of security contracts.
- Prepare reports including security incident reporting, intelligence briefings, threats assessments and investigative reports.
- Utilise an active regional security network to share security information, trends and evolving operational practice. Participate in industry forums and understand emerging security technologies.
- 10+ years' experience in corporate security roles.
- Experience in a significant leadership role.
- Experience working within large complex corporate environments
- Strong English language skills and the ability to develop influential relationships with stakeholders at all levels of an organisation.
- Proficient IT (Microsoft Suite) skills.
Desired:
- Experience in developing and delivering training
- Experience working in the Philippines with insight into local working practices and cultures.
