Security Manager job description

About the job

We are looking for a security manager to draw up plans that protect staff, premises and assets, lead the security team in carrying them out, keep risks under review and manage the response to incidents and emergencies.

Duties and responsibilities

• Draw up security and safety plans and standard operating procedures for each site
• Lead the security team, organize shifts, and train and appraise guards
• Assess security risks regularly and address them with preventive measures
• Oversee CCTV, access control and alarm systems
• Investigate security incidents, report on them and follow up corrective action
• Prepare emergency and evacuation plans and run drills
• Manage contracts with private security companies and check they meet their terms
• Liaise with the police, the relevant security authorities and civil defence

Working conditions

• On call to respond to incidents at any time
• Travel between the organization's sites

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in security studies, management or a related field
• At least 6 years of experience in security management for facilities or organizations, including at least 2 years leading a team

The years of experience follow the level you choose when posting.

Skills

• Security management
• Risk assessment
• Leadership
• CCTV systems
• Emergency management
• Access control
• Incident investigation
• Security contract management

Preferred

• A professional security management certificate such as CPP or PSP
• Experience securing sensitive sites such as banks or oil sites
• Previous experience in a security or military service