Chief Security Officer (CSO) at Elevated HR Limited

Role Summary

• The Chief Security Officer (CSO) is responsible for the development, implementation, and oversight of the organization’s security strategy, policies, and programs.
• The role ensures the protection of staff, assets, information, and facilities across all business operations, while aligning with regulatory requirements and organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Security Leadership:

• Develop and implement comprehensive security strategies and frameworks to safeguard company assets, personnel, and infrastructure.
• Advise senior management on emerging risks, threats, and vulnerabilities affecting the organization.
• Establish crisis management, incident response, and business continuity plans.

Operational Security Management:

• Oversee daily security operations across all company locations, subsidiaries, and distribution channels.
• Manage security personnel, including recruitment, training, deployment, and performance monitoring.
• Conduct regular audits, patrols, and inspections of facilities to ensure compliance with security standards.
• Implement and maintain access control systems, surveillance, and monitoring technologies.

Risk, Compliance & Investigation:

• Identify and assess security risks, fraud, and threats to the business.
• Lead investigations into security breaches, theft, and misconduct, with clear reporting and escalation.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company security policies.
• Coordinate with law enforcement and relevant agencies when required.

People & Stakeholder Management:

• Train and sensitize staff on security awareness, emergency response, and workplace safety protocols.
• Build strong relationships with internal departments to ensure security measures support business goals.
• Liaise with external stakeholders, including government and security agencies, to strengthen organizational resilience.

Key Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Security Studies, Criminology, Law, Business Administration, or related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., CPP, PSP, CISSP) are an added advantage.
• Experience: Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive security management experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role. Corporate or industrial security background preferred.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• In-depth knowledge of physical security, investigations, and risk management.
• Ability to design and enforce security policies and crisis management frameworks.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• High integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.