Deputy Chief Security Officer (CSO) at Ascentech Services Limited

Job Purpose

The Deputy Chief Security Officer is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the organization's security strategy to protect employees, assets, facilities, products, and information.

The role ensures proactive risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, and efficient security operations across all sites, warehouses, factories, sales routes, and logistics channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive security strategies across all organizational locations
• Oversee security operations at multiple sites, warehouses, factories, and logistics channels
• Supervise and manage large security teams and contractors
• Conduct risk assessments and implement proactive risk mitigation measures
• Ensure regulatory compliance across all security functions
• Manage crisis situations and coordinate emergency response protocols
• Conduct investigations and prepare detailed security reports
• Analyze security data and recommend corrective actions
• Oversee physical security systems, GPS tracking, and electronic security tools

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Criminology, Security Studies, Industrial Relations, Public Administration, or related field
• 8–12 years of relevant experience in security management within FMCG, Manufacturing, Logistics, or related industries
• Proven experience supervising large teams, contractors, and multiple-location operations
• Strong knowledge of physical security systems, crisis management, and investigation techniques
• Proficiency with GPS tracking, surveillance systems, and electronic security tools
• Excellent data analysis and reporting capabilities
• High integrity, strong confidentiality practices, and resilience
• Strong decision-making skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as LSI, CPP, PSP, or ISO 18788: Security Management
• Master's degree

Compensation

N300,000 – N350,000 Monthly