Job Summary

Effective management of all aspects of physical security of the premises and the protection of the company assets against loss or damage. To direct and co-ordinate the overall activities of the security department and ensure safety of all employees, employer and visitors

Main Responsibilities

• Define the company’s overall security policy, develop and promulgate companywide security standards and practices
• Carry out a regular comprehensive survey of company facilities, equipment and activities, in order to determine security needs and assess likely threats
• Develop or modify the Company’s security program to correct deficiencies as necessary, and to comply with national laws and regulations in which the company operates
• Ensure the continuing effectiveness of the Company security program through regular evaluations and inspections, and by encouraging internal security audit processes, that is, the implementation of quality control functions
• Advise on and manage all security systems in use by the Company and ensure maintenance of up-to-date records
• Promote security awareness and vigilance
• Ensure and effective response by the Company to any threat or security incident
• Initiate special security measures during periods of increased risk/threats
• Report all actual or suspected acts of unlawful interference with operations to appropriate authority
• Maintain a company log of all incidents. Investigate cases and prepare a report for management

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent knowledge of aviation and airport security operations
• Risk assessment, threat analysis, and incident management
• Crisis management and emergency response planning
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism
• Strong communication and reporting skills
• Ability to liaise effectively with airport authorities, airlines, and law enforcement agencies
• Compliance and audit management
• Decision-making under pressure
• Training, mentoring, and performance management of security teams

Key Competencies

• Valid KAA (Kenya Airports Authority) security pass – mandatory
• Proven airport security experience (minimum 2–3 years preferred)
• Prior experience in a supervisory or managerial security role
• In-depth knowledge of aviation security regulations and procedures
• Diploma or Degree in Security Management, Criminology, or a related field
• Certification in aviation security or risk management is an added advantage
• Clean background and vetting clearance
• Strong computer literacy (MS Office, reporting systems)

• Define the company’s overall security policy, develop and promulgate companywide security standards and practices
• Carry out a regular comprehensive survey of company facilities, equipment and activities, in order to determine security needs and assess likely threats
• Develop or modify the Company’s security program to correct deficiencies as necessary, and to comply with national laws and regulations in which the company operates
• Ensure the continuing effectiveness of the Company security program through regular evaluations and inspections, and by encouraging internal security audit processes, that is, the implementation of quality control functions
• Advise on and manage all security systems in use by the Company and ensure maintenance of up-to-date records
• Promote security awareness and vigilance
• Ensure and effective response by the Company to any threat or security incident
• Initiate special security measures during periods of increased risk/threats
• Report all actual or suspected acts of unlawful interference with operations to appropriate authority
• Maintain a company log of all incidents. Investigate cases and prepare a report for management

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent knowledge of aviation and airport security operations
• Risk assessment, threat analysis, and incident management
• Crisis management and emergency response planning
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism
• Strong communication and reporting skills
• Ability to liaise effectively with airport authorities, airlines, and law enforcement agencies
• Compliance and audit management
• Decision-making under pressure
• Training, mentoring, and performance management of security teams
• Valid KAA (Kenya Airports Authority) security pass – mandatory
• Proven airport security experience (minimum 2–3 years preferred)
• Prior experience in a supervisory or managerial security role
• In-depth knowledge of aviation security regulations and procedures
• Strong computer literacy (MS Office, reporting systems)

• Diploma or Degree in Security Management, Criminology, or a related field
• Certification in aviation security or risk management is an added advantage
• Clean background and vetting clearance