In 2000, Simba Telecom stretched its paw into Kenya, partnering exclusively with Safaricom, the country’s largest mobile network. This move cemented Simba’s footprint in the region, making it a tri-nation force in telecom distribution within just three years of inception.

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Security Manager

Job Type

Full Time

Qualification

BA/BSc/HND

Experience

5 - 8 years

Location

Nairobi

Job Field

Security / Intelligence

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Security & Risk Management:

a. Implement and maintain physical, document, and data security controls across the VAC.

b. Ensure zero tolerance for passport loss, data leaks, or fraud.

c. Maintain CCTV, access logs, vaults, and restricted zones.

d. Secure handling procedures for passports and sensitive documents.

e. Managing contracted security guards and control room staff.

f. Coordination with external authorities including liaison with local police, civil defense, and embassy security teams.

Incident & Investigation Management:

a. Lead investigations into security breaches, misconduct, or operational risks.

b. Ensure all incidents are reported within 24 hours and corrective actions are completed.

c. Maintain evidence, logs, and compliance documentation.

d. Conducting periodic security risk assessments & vulnerability analysis.

e. Business Continuity Plan (BCP) for security incidents and Crisis coordination with management.

Compliance & Audit:

a. Ensure readiness, internal, ISO, and mystery audits.

b. Enforce compliance with GDPR, data privacy, and embassy security protocols.

c. Provide monthly security performance reports and audit findings tracking.

Training & Awareness:

a. Conduct security training, drills, and certifications for all staff.

b. Promote a security-first culture across the organization.

c. Developing and updating security SOPs and policy enforcement and disciplinary recommendations.

Requirements

Education:

Minimum: A degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, IT Security, or Risk Management

Experience:

5-8 years in security, compliance, or risk management

Experience in visa centres, BPO, banking, government services, or high-security environments

Exposure to ISO, GDPR, or embassy security frameworks preferred

• Implement and maintain physical, document, and data security controls across the VAC.
• Ensure zero tolerance for passport loss, data leaks, or fraud.
• Maintain CCTV, access logs, vaults, and restricted zones.
• Secure handling procedures for passports and sensitive documents.
• Managing contracted security guards and control room staff.
• Coordination with external authorities including liaison with local police, civil defense, and embassy security teams.
• Lead investigations into security breaches, misconduct, or operational risks.
• Ensure all incidents are reported within 24 hours and corrective actions are completed.
• Maintain evidence, logs, and compliance documentation.
• Conducting periodic security risk assessments & vulnerability analysis.
• Business Continuity Plan (BCP) for security incidents and Crisis coordination with management.
• Ensure readiness, internal, ISO, and mystery audits.
• Enforce compliance with GDPR, data privacy, and embassy security protocols.
• Provide monthly security performance reports and audit findings tracking.
• Conduct security training, drills, and certifications for all staff.
• Promote a security-first culture across the organization.
• Developing and updating security SOPs and policy enforcement and disciplinary recommendations.

• Security Management
• Risk Management
• Compliance
• Investigation
• GDPR
• ISO
• Data Privacy
• Business Continuity Planning
• Training and Development

• A degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, IT Security, or Risk Management