Head Security Operations at Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) Plc

Job Description

This job role is designed to promote a safe and secure business environment for all IBEDC stakeholders and assets.

Job Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in any field.
• Membership in a professional security body is a requirement for CPP (Certified Protection Professional), PSP (Physical Security Professional), or equivalent.
• At least 10+ years combined experience in either law enforcement and/or the corporate security field; with at least 6 years in a supervisory role.

Technical competencies

• Deep knowledge and understanding of asset and information protection principles.
• Advanced knowledge and skills related to physical security operations, standards operating procedures, and security policies and principles
• Advanced knowledge of contract security requirements and business practices
• Demonstrated knowledge of the most up-to-date security and life safety systems, including but not limited to: CCTV & DVR systems; fire and burglar systems; and building access device systems.
• Adequate knowledge and proven skills in risk and crisis management and related emergency response for incidents that could impact the business environment. 

Behavioral competencies

• Result oriented
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.  
• Attention to Detail and Accuracy

Job Responsibility

• Support developing and implementing strategies, policies, and procedures to promote a safe and secure environment for all employees and Company assets.  
• Designs and recommends security solutions to prevent security breaches in all IBEDC facilities. 
• Gathers intelligence to keep abreast of information on security issues in the environs and deploys appropriate responses.  
• Develops escalation protocols for attending to imminent threats to assets and personnel. 
• Preparation of periodic and ad-hoc reports to management and relevant stakeholders. 
• Provides security briefings to IBEDC management as required.  
• Liaises with internal and external stakeholders to investigate crime activities affecting IBEDC operations.   
• Conducts periodic assessments to monitor compliance with established internal security controls and puts in place measures to ensure compliance.  
• Oversees the performance of third-party security personnel to ensure compliance with the Service Level Agreement.
• Carry out other sundry assignments as stipulated by the CHCS.