Lead - Security (Odisha)

Educational Qualification:
- Bachelor s degree in Business Management or other relevant field
- Postgraduate degree in relevant field
- Preferable to have Certifications including Certified Protection Skilled (CPP) / Certified Fraud Examiners (CFE) / Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) certification/ Physical Security Professional (PSP) / Industrial Security professional certifications/ Project Management Professional (PMP) (Value Addition) Must-have Experiences :
- More than 12 years of experience in the field of Security and at least 5 years of experience in a leadership role in a similar position for large-sized organization, and directly report to Site Head.
- Rich experience leading Security operations of Access Control, Traffic Management, De-risking, Infra-structure and people protection, Fraud and misconduct investigation, Security technology solution, Security threat, Risk Assessment, Surveillance, and systems management for large sized site/ plant/ work-unit, preferably spanning multiple geographies
- Exposure to varied Security risk management verticals and seasoned understanding of crisis management and physical asset protection across varied businesses and geographies
- Experience managing operational and capital expenditure budgets with exceptional planning and project management skills
- Up to date knowledge and experience with regulatory compliance issues across varied Security sub-domains
- Robust understanding of investigation techniques and audit procedures Preferred Experiences:
- Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as an ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Preferable to have military experience
- Rich experience interfacing with all levels of management; Experience of managing complex stakeholder interactions and leading discussions with top management
- Experience in implementation of latest technology tools, systems, and applications in Security operations
- Experience in project management in implementation of security automation and infrastructure Security Strategy
- Contribute to business Security strategy and Security roadmap by providing site perspective as per Site Security Plan.
- Align the site security strategy with the group policy
- Lead strategic initiatives aligned to business requirements at the site / plant level; Institutionalise operational excellence initiatives for the site Security Budgeting
- Plan, prepare and monitor security budget including Capex and Opex; Finalise the budget with Vertical Security Head and get sanction on the same
- Monitor adherence to budgets and consult with Vertical Security Head in case of budget shortage/ overruns Performance Improvement
- Define the performance metrics for evaluating Site Security domain and finalize with the Business Security Head; Lead performance review of Site Security
- Identify process gaps in the Site Security processes and lead process excellence initiatives to address the process gaps and drive efficiency
- Drive the team to champion process improvements and establish ownership of action plans at appropriate points within Site Security
- Governance
- Conduct timely reviews of all on-going strategic initiatives at the site
- Participate in governance council meetings to suggest improvements and discuss pressing issues with key stakeholders
- Security Risk Assessment
- Conduct security risk assessment and implement mitigation measures in consultation with Vertical Security Head to counter threats and vulnerabilities
- Identify vulnerabilities and gaps in the established Security infrastructure, operations, systems, technologies of the site. Prioritise the gap and closed it within timeline.
- Assess the varied Security threat scenarios including product theft, vandalism, acts of terror, pilferage, assault, unauthorized access facing the site
- Review the SRA report and ensure mitigation measures are put in place as per the findings
- Security Audits
- Facilitate internal or third party security audits and conduct timely checks to ensure reliability of Security management system and submit report of audit findings to the Corporate Team
- Review the Security audit report, analyse findings and conduct dialogue with the concerned stakeholders for action planning and resolution; Ensure prompt closure of open audit findings
- Design ERCP (Emergency response and control plan) plans for crises/ emergencies/ incidents, to ensure business continuity and quick business recovery at the site
- Lead the implementation of the response plan during the crises/ emergencies/ incidents and escalate to the management timely.
- Supervise efficient selection and training of staff for QRT (Quick Reaction Team)
- Revamp the response plans basis key learnings from incidents, to improve the business readiness to face crises and emergencies
- Intelligence Collection & Analysis
- Cultivate reliable sources of information with key decision makers in administrative bodies, police, local community and media to gather intelligence
- Monitor and analyze daily local, national, and international news that might impact the organization or the site
- Analyze the gathered intelligence, foresee risks, and develop mitigation plans
- Monitor the vigilance level of the site Security operations and drive alertness at all times
- Management and Review
- Monitor site operations and ensure adherence to established SOPs and SOGs.
- Analyse the MIS reports generated and publish reports on a weekly basis to the Site CEO and VSH
- Create security awareness and training programs for employees and community, along with the Site CEO
- Security Control Room Operations
- Oversee end-to-end operations of Site Security Control Room; Lead maintenance and upgradation initiatives for the Control Room
- Monitor the operations of the Control Room and ensure proper integration with the National Security Control Room
- Ensure the escalation of all incident and report of the group as per the Matrix
- Patrolling & Surveillance
- Oversee the patrolling procedures of the site and manage exceptions
- Periodically check the data from CCTVs, sensors, and other such automation equipment to ensure operational vigilance
- Man & Vehicle Access Control
- Oversee the end-to-end operations of Access Control and ensure process adherence; Manage deviations
- Oversee the end-to-end process of visitor access card management through the applicable systems
- Business Traffic Management
- Oversee the business traffic and material movement operations to ensure authorization and authenticity checks are conducted as per SOPs
- Study the critical traffic blockages and suggest methods for improvement
- Oversee the end-to-end operations of traffic management to ensure adherence to established traffic rules
- Investigation & Due Diligence
- Conduct investigation of Security incidents including frauds, crimes, theft, pilferage, vandalizing and set in motion remedial measures
- Prepare and share investigation reports with BU team on investigations of critical incidents
- Asset Protection
- Drive the Security systems, processes, and operations to ensure round the clock protection to both the tangible and intangible assets as per the concept of ring security.
- Conduct security events as per the annual security plan and ensure proper security detailing is in place
- Channelize and coordinate traffic management to ensure least impacted route continuity for the logistics flow
- Ensure the site/road survey conducted and then plan for Overweight and Over Dimensional Consignment
- Partner Management
- Monitor and review the outsourced staff strength and accordingly conduct recruitment
- Oversee and evaluate performance of the third-party security personnel services provider ensuring the deployed personnel are as per the defined parameters
- Engage periodically with the outsourced security employees to cater for their welfare
- Ensure the deployment of OMPs as per the work breakdown structure (WBS) and as their competency
- People Management
- Lead talent acquisition for all vacant positions at the site and support Vertical Security Head in talent identification and selection for critical roles
- Drive a performance driven culture Set goals, review performance, and provide feedback to ensure a motivated and committed team
- Systems & Technology Management
- Identify and drive projects towards creation or improvement of security technology aids (automation systems) and infrastructure augmentation as per group security guidelines and industry standards / best practices aligned to overall group security strategy
- Implement and monitor efficient project management practices for timely execution and maximum RoI on identified projects
- Drive integration of new projects into mainstream security operations at site through processes and stakeholder buy in. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.in/job/4lt58t