We are seeking an experienced and highly disciplined Chief Security Officer (CSO) to lead the security function of a fast-growing logistics and freight-forwarding company.
The ideal candidate should be a retired or serving-transitioning senior officer from the Nigerian Armed Forces, Military Personnel, Nigeria Police Force, or other recognized security/intelligence formation, with strong experience in corporate security, logistics/fleet security, investigations, intelligence and risk management. Similar Nigerian logistics-sector roles emphasize protection of cargo, warehouses, fleet assets and personnel, threat assessment, investigations and coordination with security agencies.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Retired/serving senior Military or Police Officer with verifiable service record.
- Candidates from the Nigerian Army, Navy, Air Force or Nigeria Police Force are encouraged to apply.
- Experience in Military Intelligence, Police Intelligence, Investigation, Operations or Security Command will be an advantage.
- Minimum 8–10 years' relevant security, military, police or intelligence experience, including substantial leadership experience.
- Previous experience in logistics, transportation, haulage, freight forwarding, oil & gas, manufacturing or other asset-intensive environments is highly desirable.
- Bachelor's degree/HND in Security Management, Criminology, Law, Military/Strategic Studies, Business Administration or a related discipline.
- Good understanding of Nigeria's security environment and major transportation corridors.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation and report-writing skills.
- High level of integrity, discipline, confidentiality and sound judgment.
- Must be willing to travel to different operational locations when required.
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)
The CSO will be assessed on:
- Reduction in security incidents and asset losses.
- Reduction in cargo theft, pilferage and fleet-related security incidents.
- Emergency/security incident response time.
- Effectiveness of security investigations and resolution of cases.
- Compliance with security SOPs across locations.
- Effectiveness of security personnel and outsourced security providers.
- Quality and timeliness of security intelligence reports.
- Effectiveness of route-risk assessments and fleet security measures.
- Security awareness and training coverage.
- Overall improvement in the company's security and risk-control framework.
Salary: Negotiable
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