Security Manager

This vacancy presents a chance to join a leading organization. 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

Required 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