Chief Security Officer (Airport) at Nextzon Business Services Limited

Location: Akanu Ibiam International Airport (AIIA), Enugu

Our Client, Aero Alliance, is transforming Akanu Ibiam International Airport into a modern, efficient, customer-focused, and globally competitive aviation hub. We are seeking an accomplished, visionary, and results-oriented aviation security professional to lead the Airport\'s Security Directorate and safeguard its people, operations, and critical infrastructure.

The Opportunity

The Chief Security Officer (CSO) will provide strategic leadership for all aviation security operations, ensuring the Airport maintains the highest standards of safety, security, regulatory compliance, and operational resilience. Reporting to Executive Management, the successful candidate will oversee the development and implementation of an integrated Airport Security Management System while working closely with aviation regulators, national security agencies, airlines, and other key stakeholders to protect the Airport against evolving security threats.

What You\'ll Do

• Develop and implement the Airport\'s Security Strategy and Aviation Security Programme.
• Lead all aviation security operations, including passenger and baggage screening, access control, perimeter security, surveillance, investigations, and emergency security response.
• Ensure compliance with ICAO Standards, Nigerian Civil Aviation Regulations (NCARs), the National Civil Aviation Security Programme (NCASP), and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Build strong partnerships with the NCAA, FAAN, security agencies, airlines, and other critical stakeholders.
• Lead security risk assessments, incident investigations, threat management, crisis response, and business continuity initiatives.
• Drive the adoption of modern security technologies, intelligence-led operations, and continuous improvement programmes.
• Build and lead a high-performing security team while promoting a proactive security culture across the Airport.

What We\'re Looking For

• Bachelor\'s Degree in Security Management, Criminology, Law, Military Science, Aviation Management, Public Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• A Master\'s Degree in Security Studies, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field is highly desirable.
• Relevant professional certifications in aviation security, security management, risk management, or emergency management will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 15 years\' progressive security experience, including at least 7 years in a senior leadership role within aviation, airports, defence, law enforcement, or another highly regulated environment.
• Demonstrated experience in aviation security operations, security risk management, crisis management, investigations, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong leadership, strategic planning, decision-making, communication, and people management skills.
• High integrity, sound judgment, and the ability to lead effectively in a dynamic operational environment.

Why Join Aero Alliance?

This is a unique opportunity to lead the security function of one of Nigeria\'s most significant airport transformation programmes. You will play a critical role in protecting passengers, employees, airlines, airport assets, and critical infrastructure while contributing to the development of a world-class international airport.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Aero Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to attracting, developing, and retaining exceptional talent.