CSO & International Assignments

Examples of past assignments

Regional Head of Security

Location(s): South China

Job description: The Regional Head of Security Greater China, responsible for the execution, implementation and management of Corporate Security strategy and programs; identifying, developing, implementing and maintaining security processes across all Greater China regional sites and business units to reduce risks, respond to incidents and limit exposure to liability in all areas throughout the region.

Additionally, this role will be responsible for conducting and aligning internal investigations amongst the HR, Compliance and Legal Departments. The Regional Head of Security Greater China is responsible for the security matters throughout the region.

Whilst not limited to this would include consistent dialog with the business leadership, raising and maintaining security to the top of the business agenda. You are responsible for the identification of effective strategies to assess and mitigate risk, manage crises and incidents, maintain continuity of operations, and safeguard the organisation. You will be the go-to subject matter expert in industry security practices, trends and technologies, and develop applications ensuring best practices are consistently applied to maintain personnel safety, including co-workers and visitors, and to assure Company assets are protected.

This is a green field opportunity so you would initialise a rolling security audit program, identify and train security champions across the business estate. You will have the experience to design physical and electronic security measures for new and existing offices and plants. Assist country and regional level offices with the creation of security related policies and procedures. You will have experience of conducting criminal and civil investigations, liaising with law enforcement and other relevant authorities.

Candidate profile:

Experienced in manufacturing and supply chain security and worked within multinational management teams.
Seasoned investigator who has experience conducting highly sensitive internal investigations and who has active relationships with law enforcement and regulatory authorities.
Degree educated, a relevant security degree CFE, CPP highly preferred. You will have senior security program management experience in a global multinational organisation with 7 years senior supervisory and management experience.
Along with a passion for the business we are looking for people that can influence and operate effectively across matrixed organisational boundaries and form successful partnerships. Travel will be 30-50% of your time.

Director of International Security

Location(s): London

Job description: The Boeing Corporation is the world's largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial jetliners, defence, space and security systems, and a service provider of aftermarket support. Boeings global reach includes customers in approximately 150 countries and employees and operations in more than 65 countries. The company has manufacturing, service and technology partnerships with companies and governments worldwide and contracts with more than 20,000 diverse suppliers and partners.

Candidate profile: Related work and managerial experience, and language skills or an equivalent combination of education and experience such as the Chartered Security Professionals accreditation will be advantageous. A military and/or police background is preferred. The candidate will have held a responsible position, preferably within an international law enforcement or government agency, and/or as a professional security practitioner with commercial experience. This position will require a regular and extensive travel commitment. You will hold an EU passport.

Head of Profit Protection

Location(s): Malmesbury, Wiltshire

Job description: This is a unique and exciting opportunity to be part of this iconic British success story, Dyson.

Their technologies are in millions of homes and businesses around the world. Dyson sell in over 70 countries and employ more than 7,000 people worldwide. Working for Dyson is more than a job; it’s about being part of a bold, innovative and challenging culture. They make ideas happen. There is no limit to their ambition, they continue to innovate and push the boundaries.

The role is the global strategic security lead for the creation and implementation of the retail security strategy and responsible for the unilateral rollout and adoption within all current and future Dyson retail locations.

This key role will provide leadership to ensure that Dyson people, assets and reputation are secured with the adoption of a security posture relevant to the threats, the Dyson brand, and the countries where retail sites are / will benoperating.

Key deliverables will be:

Responsible for the delivery of the shrinkage and profit protection strategy within the day to day retail
operation
Lead the profit protection management team, protecting assets and reducing loss across all business
areas
Raise awareness of shrinkage concerns within the operation and with business stakeholders
Develop business cases in support of the retail security strategy which receive the required approval,
financial and technical resources, and provide the change leadership required for successful
implementation
Lead on all retail investigations, POS fraud, theft, PCI / DSS, ensuring complete stakeholder engagement / management throughout the investigation process
You will be the subject matter expert for retail security, including but not limited to technology,
infrastructure, physical and training needs.

Candidate profile:

Influences senior leaders around security plans and actions - can paint a compelling picture of risk and the need to change
Advanced programme and project management skills can define and lead cohesive programmes of
action
Excellent communication skills - communicates security policies and requirements clearly to the regional and global audiences the role will come into contact with
Ability to work within a high tempo, fast changing and dynamic environment with the skills required to prioritise and deliver in change management
This role will work collaboratively with other security departments across Dyson, (including IT Security, IS and Business Resilience). You will be a problem solver with sound and measured judgement relating to practical security solutions.

Prerequisite Skills:

Able to develop clear business cases for investments to improve security. A commercial mind-set.
Understand threats, vulnerabilities and specific risks related to the effective control of systems and
infrastructure with the retail environment.
Has the ability to adapt to different cultural operating environments. You must have a clear
understanding of PCI-DSS and Data Protection legislation (GDPR) and its impact.

Qualifications and experience:

Extensive retail security risk management experience in a senior role within an in-house security function leading a retail / loss prevention security team.

Designed and implemented a retail security strategy for a large global company. In-depth knowledge required of retail security programs and equipment such as intrusion detection devices, access control systems, CCTV, relevant training and retail security technology.

We are seeking experience in supply chain security and also warehouse or distribution centre services.

Group Head of Business Continuity

Location(s): London

Job description: Business Continuity Management is one of the essential components of the resilience programme. The Business Continuity Management programme must reflect current industry best practice; satisfy the requirements of our lead regulator; along with the regulators across the globe.

You would be an influencer who will manage the stakeholder’s expectations whilst you will manage operations as per the global standards set by London. An exciting element of the role is the relationship with, and support provided to, the Business Continuity Management Teams in the Business Units across the world. The position reports to the Group Resilience Director for performance management and day to day purposes.

Principal Accountabilities:

Develop and deliver the group -wide Business continuity policy and strategy. Implement the Group business continuity policy, strategy and procedures which support the business aims of the Group and guide their recovery delivery to maximum effectiveness. Develop planning standards in line with industry best practice. Carry out annual current state assessments across the business units to provide independent reassurance to the Group Audit Committee that the policy and standards are being met. Maintain a high level of awareness of threats and risks which may impact on the businesses within the Group, implementing appropriate response strategies as necessary to mitigate any loss or damage. Co-ordinate crisis management and business interruption situations. Develop incident management training programme for UK based Incident Management Team personnel. Manage relationship with external providers for delivery. Provide on-going coaching / advice and guidance to BC and incident management personnel in order to achieve a high standard of business continuity and incident management throughout.

Candidate profile:

EU passport holder and must have international experience
A recognised industry qualification, preferably Member of The Business Continuity Industry with BC experience at a management level.
A good understanding of the Financial Services industry. Experience of handling crisis and /or business interruption events.
Good understanding and experience of DR strategies and approaches. Good understanding and experience of Technology Resilience.
Good understanding of cyber security threats and response planning. Ability to rapidly gain credibility at all levels and demonstrate first class project management and communication skills.
You will be prepared to undertake extensive overseas travel and carry out non-UK based projects as required.

Managing Director of Security Latin America

Location(s): LATAM

Job description: Based in Miami must have the right to work in the USA. Fluent in English and Spanish with a work history in the region.

The Managing Director (M.D.) of Security-Latin America (LATAM) will plan, implement and direct the Regional Security program which encompasses operations in Central and South America, as well as the Caribbean. The M.D. will be the senior most corporate security professional focused on LATAM so a highly developed understanding and knowledge of the region is vital.

The M.D. will oversee procedures and practices that safeguard company employees, assets, operations and the corporate brand and reputation. The M.D. will set the strategy for regional security planning, manage security personnel and budgets for the region, and ensure that the security program is using industry best practices in LATAM.

Key Responsibilities:

Code of conduct investigations, initiatives, and programs with a particular focus on FCPA issues.
Safeguards physical assets to reduce diversion, theft, and misconduct related to assets.
Crisis management, including planning, training and response.
Serves as a liaison to all relevant local, state and federal law enforcement agencies and regulatory authorities to foster productive relationships, improve operational performance and glean useful intelligence and cooperation.
Communicates perceived risks, threats, and security issues to senior management with an emphasis on highlighting emerging trends and concerns. Prepares and delivers regular security briefings and reports.
Communicates, refines and oversees compliance with the corporate workplace violence prevention program and all active threat initiatives.
Manages and oversees the physical security program that includes security technology such as CCTV, access control systems, intrusion detection systems and all other physical security tools.
Hires, trains, mentors and supervises regional security personnel to stress continuous learning and skills development and professional advancement. Also, provides remedial attention for any employees not meeting performance expectations.
Continuously reviews and refines security policies and procedures in order to optimize operations in the region.

Candidate profile: Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree with an advanced degree (Law, Security Management, etc.) very helpful.
Significant experience in law enforcement, government, the military or the intelligence community in LATAM.
Full English/Spanish fluency is required as well as in region work history.
Must have a US security clearance or be able to obtain a clearance.
Must be able to travel in the region up to 50% of the time.
Must have the highest ethics, in tandem with strong cultural exposures and a sophisticated understanding of the various countries and peoples in the region.

Regional Security Manager, Greater China

Location(s): Greater China

Job description: To be the primary point of contact within the Greater China Region to provide expertise, direction and support on all matters relating to physical security, counterfeiting, trademark protection, security risk identification, analysis and mitigation, manufacturing operations, security awareness, crisis management, travel security, executive security and investigative matters. The region consists of Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan.

Primary Objectives

Conduct investigations on all criminal and non-criminal activities
Support Compliance on compliance investigations
Conduct security assessments, and if required, due diligence, on all prospective distributors and other third-party providers prior to contract approval
Conduct security assessments.
Conduct security assessments on third party distributors, carriers, product waste disposal facilities, farms, and third party logistics providers, etc
Provide security advice to senior regional executives and country managers
Submit periodic reports to each General Manager / Vice President regarding status of investigations and loss trends within their area of control
Keep updated on all possible security threats to the Greater China region and advise senior staff of precautions as required

Candidate profile: The Person

Degree Graduate/ Professional level degree preferred Certification (CPP accreditation is preferred but not a substitute for education requirement). Language Mandatory: English fluency (oral and written) together with fluency in Mandarin (oral and written)

Cantonese or other China regional dialects are highly desired

Regulations Familiarity with laws pertaining to investigation constraints and criminal law in Greater China. 10 (ten) years experience in a responsible management position, preferably within a law enforcement or government agency in the region; and / or as a professional regional security manager with commercial experience for a minimum of ten years Must possess a strong ability to interact and communicate effectively with senior management, business clients, colleagues and external parties.

Self-motivated, reliable, creative, confident with a positive outlook, and a clear focus on high quality results

A natural forward planner who critically assesses own performance

Mature, credible, and comfortable in dealing with senior representatives of the company and other organizations

Professional and business minded

Ability to balance work priorities and focus on critical tasks

Able to work within tight deadlines

Develop and conduct crisis management and security awareness training programs for regional affiliates and counterfeit / trademark protection training programs for regional law enforcement agencies.

You must have a strong established network of security professionals and law enforcements contacts within the Greater China area. Memberships in professional security organizations such as the Asian Crisis and Security Group (ACSG), ASIS International, Transporter Asset Protection Association (TAPA), Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC), etc are highly desired.
OTHER Travel Sufficiently mobile and flexible to travel
Significant travel domestically and internationally (40 50%)

Director of Security

Location(s): Based Hong Kong Asia

Job description: To ensure the delivery of an effective security and safety program in Asia, relative to the dynamic risks and requirements in a multi-location MNC. Responsible for providing the most appropriate physical and technical protection systems and manned guarding

Candidate profile: University educated and /or a background of Armed Forces or Policing, plus a minimum of 6 years management experience in a relevant commercial security role. Security qualifications e.g. Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or Chartered Security Professional.

Cyber Security Vendor Assurance Manager

Location(s): Based London

Job description: Ensure effective on boarding and service readiness assessment of vendors in line with the cyber-security vendor governance framework, requirements and processes.
Define and document expected cyber-security service expectations to be delivered by vendor a

Candidate profile: A relevant Bachelor or master’s degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or Engineering (or other relevant discipline) from an accredited college or university (or equivalent).
Good working knowledge of international security standards such as ISO, NISTa

Information Security Risk Analyst

Location(s): Based London

Job description: Providing advice for obtaining compliance with information security related rules.
Quality assurance review of Information Security Self Assessments.
Following up with business and technology application owners in resolving issues or discrepancies both

Candidate profile:

A university degree in Economics/Computer Science/business IT or comparable field of studies.
Experience with information security management (if possible proven with certificates like CISA, CISM or CISSP).
Experience with risk management methodologies

Vice President in Global Corporate Security Group

Location(s): Based Dubai

Job description: Responsibilities

This position has regional accountability for developing and directing Company’s EMEA security program from both a strategic and tactical standpoint and will be based in Dubai. The incumbent will be responsible for providing a full range of protection, crisis management and response, event security, executive protection and security-related risk assessments including:

Regularly and proactively assesses and mitigates ongoing and emerging risks to Company’s associates, sites and operations
Establishes and maintains relationships in the region with appropriate government and law enforcement agencies
Oversees implementation of Company’s workplace and site security standards and processes
Oversees training and other educational efforts for regional employees to establish a culture of security and prevent workplace violence
Works closely with Global Head of Crisis Management to oversee implementation of crisis management protocols; responds to regional security incidents and crises, when appropriate
Provides security-related risk assessments
Oversees implementation of requisite corporate security technology
Communicates regularly on the efficiency and effectiveness of EMEAs security program
Provide subject matter expertise on security issues to senior management
Responsible for managing regional security personnel, including hiring, directing, evaluating and developing security team associates

Candidate profile: Job Requirements

At least 10 years of intelligence, military or private sector experience in delivery of security programs with a significant international component
Prior leadership experience in corporate security is a key criteria.
Effective oral and written communication, including the ability to make presentations to high-level executives and prepare written policies and reports
Strong security network of government agency, global law enforcement, third party risk providers and security peers
Proven ability to manage security vendors and budgets
Comprehensive knowledge of current security and emergency response techniques, issues, equipment, procedures and security threats
Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree preferred
Relevant regional language skills a plus

Global Manager of Security Technology

Location(s): NYC HQ's

Job description: This multinational company is seeking to hire a Global Manager of Security Technology. This newly created position will have technical project management responsibilities supporting a variety of physical security initiatives, as well as management responsibilities of a small team. A commitment to project execution is critical.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of IT and/or Security System operational disciplines, process workflows, resource and vendor management, with a strong leadership track-record. This person must have the ability to operate successfully in a global landscape, with a focus on standardization and continual improvement of processes and long-term system support/upgrade cycles.

Primary Responsibilities will include oversight of:

Troubleshooting, maintenance and upgrade of all CCTV / Access Control and Integrated Security Systems
Policies, procedures, documentation and training programs
Vendor / contractor management
Collaboration with other technical teams and internal business units
Business Planning and Budget Management
Technical Project Management
Identification and development of new solutions and technology to solve security challenges. This includes researching new products, emerging technologies, new releases of existing software/hardware through conferences, publications, seminars, user groups and the Internet in order to provide evaluations and recommendations
Partner with technical security peers to define scope, objective, success factors for upcoming initiatives
Own full project life cycle: define, manage, and execute project activities including adherence to delivery schedules, costs, and risk management
Perform project cost estimations, budget control and critical path scheduling
Ongoing communication of planning, project status, issues and risks in a timely fashion to Internal Security Teams, Cross Functional Management and Executive teams
Assist with the status reporting and executive level reporting as necessary for critical projects
Partner and support ongoing training initiatives related to new technology and programs

Candidate profile: Qualifications:

3+ years providing hands-on enterprise technical / system support
5+ years of team leader / managerial experience
Bachelors Degree or Equivalent

Experience In:

Managing technical support and/or implementation teams
Desktop, Server, Storage, Network and application principles
System performance monitoring and statistics
Previous security system experience
Direct Project Management experience in the Physical Security field is preferred
High level technical understanding of the various elements of physical systems security is preferred

Personal Attributes:

Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to motivate and manage technical staff in different regions
Excellent communication and business relationship skills
Ability to manage multi projects / global roll-outs simultaneously
Flexible schedule to work across time zones
Excellent time management
Must be organized, detail and goal oriented, and a self-starter

Site Security Manager

Location(s): North Mexico

Job description: based North Mexico Package in the region of USD 100k plus bonus potential up to 25%.

Local housing allowance with 10 day on and 10 day off rotation

We are looking for a person that has experience in extractives, open or closed or has been involved in setting up power distribution or infrastructure projects in inhospitable environments within Latin Americ or at least Mexico. Fluent Spanish and English required.

Job Responsibilities:

Ensure the safety of the mining infrastructure and employees by building a relationship with the locals and developing controlling.
Implementing and executing the operations security vision, strategy and programs.
Identifying, implement and maintain security processes across the site to reduce risks, respond to incidents, protect reputation and limit exposure to liability in all areas of physical and personal risk for both employees and visitors.
Implement security policies and procedures related to the site to enforce security measures.
Patrol and monitor mining property to protect against theft and vandalism, maintain order resolve conflicts and enforce regulations.
Responsible for access controls to buildings and surrounding areas, issue passes and directs visitors to appropriate areas by foot or vehicle.
Prepare written reports of particular situations, interpret and enforce pertinent laws, rules and regulations.

Candidate profile: Job Requirements

This position requires a four-year degree in safety, security or related field. ASIS security Certificate is an asset. Experience and training may be used as a substitute for a university degree in some cases.
Alternatively you can demonstrate experience in Military, Police, Government investigations at a senior level or comparable experience in physical security and investigations for a private entity would be preferred.
Experience in performing or managing personal protection activities that involve the protection of government officials or high-profile private company executives.
Ability to travel to remote locations and sometimes under austere conditions in the performance of their duties. This includes remaining at the site in Mexico for rotational periods up to 10 days at a time and longer if necessary, as required.
Strong written and verbal communication skills. The ability to communicate in a tactful manner.
Experience in writing clear and concise reports on related compliance and security incidents that is tailored to the audience and experience in creating security policies and procedures.
Must possess and maintain the highest level of integrity.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.

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Regional Security Advisor

Location(s): Sao Paulo, Brazil

Job description: A Corporate Security Representative to join the Americas regional security team. Operating out of Sao Paulo, Brazil, the role will support the New York-based Americas team in achieving the highest level of safety and security for all assets.

Enabling the business by mitigating risks to people, risk assessments to business operations, employee safety and security, site security, security systems, crisis and incident management, business continuity facilities and business operations.
Ensuring timely response to incidents to minimize business disruption.
Continued development of the framework, processes and tools to enable the company to ensure business resilience.
Conduct security surveys and inspections of buildings and security installations
Threat and Risk Assessments focused on business operations at the local, city and country level.
Work in tandem with other business units to ensure the consistency of safety and security programs

Candidate profile: Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree with a minimum 4-5 years of experience, Master's Degree beneficial
Knowledge of Latin America Market as a general region, especially in Brazil is desirable
Prior experience living and working within the region
Language skills: fluency in English, near- fluency in both Spanish and Portuguese
Strong skills in developing relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders
Experience in developing resilience strategies and analysis of physical threats and trends in the Americas, managing travel security programs, particularly in hostile environments and emerging markets
Working knowledge of emergency management, life safety, and physical security
Experience in developing and implementing security policies and procedures
Demonstrated project management and problem-solving skills
Proven experience in budget management and business planning
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
Availability to travel within the region and to the US as projects mandate
Demonstrated success in managing cross-cultural relationships within a diverse workplace
Ability to assist in increasing the capability and capacity of incident management teams in the region
Ability to conduct threat and risk assessments and report appropriate risks and gaps
Proven ability to handle confidential information and excellent judgment

Regional Security Advisor

Location(s): Sao Paulo, Brazil

Enabling the business by mitigating risks to people, risk assessments to business operations, employee safety and security, site security, security systems, crisis and incident management, business continuity facilities and business operations.
Ensuring timely response to incidents to minimize business disruption.
Continued development of the framework, processes and tools to enable the company to ensure business resilience.
Conduct security surveys and inspections of buildings and security installations
Threat and Risk Assessments focused on business operations at the local, city and country level.
Work in tandem with other business units to ensure the consistency of safety and security programs

Candidate profile: Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree with a minimum 4-5 years of experience, Master's Degree beneficial
Knowledge of Latin America Market as a general region, especially in Brazil is desirable
Prior experience living and working within the region

Language skills: fluency in English, near- fluency in both Spanish and Portuguese

Strong skills in developing relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders
Experience in developing resilience strategies and analysis of physical threats and trends in the Americas, managing travel security programs, particularly in hostile environments and emerging markets
Working knowledge of emergency management, life safety, and physical security
Experience in developing and implementing security policies and procedures
Demonstrated project management and problem-solving skills
Proven experience in budget management and business planning
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
Availability to travel within the region and to the US as projects mandate
Demonstrated success in managing cross-cultural relationships within a diverse workplace
Ability to assist in increasing the capability and capacity of incident management teams in the region
Ability to conduct threat and risk assessments and report appropriate risks and gaps
Proven ability to handle confidential information and excellent judgment

Anti-Bribery & Corruption Officer (ABCO)

Location(s): Hong Kong

Job description: The Role reports to the Group Head Financial Crime Prevention for performance management and day to day purposes. However, a key feature of the role is the relationship with, and support provided to the various ABC Officers within the Business Units and Regional Offices. Of prime importance is the collation, analysis and dissemination of Risk assessment, Management information and intelligence on trends in financial crime to all relevant Group Businesses as well as Open Source Intelligence. A high level of confidentiality and integrity is required and an ability to liaise and influence/engage at all levels to provide a professional and added-value service.

Accountabilities

To manage the collation and dissemination of all relevant information/intelligence on ABC matters to assist in the development and on-going maintenance of a group wide ABC Risk assessment that will be approved by Senior Management on an on-going basis.
Assist/accompany Group Head Financial Crime Prevention in preparing pre visit CSA questionnaires, collating responses, tracking and reporting on ABC Current State Assessments conducted around the various Business Units (BUs). Liaise with various BUs re Current State Assessments (CSA).
Ensure all relevant Group Security ABC Policies and Procedures are in line with ever changing legislation and recommending amendments where necessary.
Assist the Group Head of Financial Crime Investigation by providing specific intelligence to assist in the investigation of ABC criminal allegations and where required support the investigation processes.
Maintaining existing and developing relationships with key BU personnel and external contacts (law enforcement/ Government agencies/ other insurers).
Contribute to anti - financial crime related projects including the New Case Management System and the resulting MI/reporting it will create.
Assist compilation of the Annual Financial Crime Report to the Group Audit Committee and other bodies.
To research and prepare reports and training materials re ABC.
To present and contribute to tailored ABC workshops and events.
Provide a focal point for Group Security to be source point for ABC intelligence from both internal and external sources.
To identify and disseminate ABC/fraud trends in a pro-active manner which may affect the Groups business.
Develop the numerous sources of ABC/fraud intelligence, both open source and by subscription or membership.

Candidate profile:

You must be based regionally and have a regional language with excellent English
Current knowledge and experience of ABC/fraud intelligence sources, collation and analysis.
Good knowledge of criminal law relating to ABC/fraud and investigative legislation.
An understanding and experience of financial crime investigations.
Ability to interact with all levels of management, external bodies and policy holders.
Good presentation and analysis skills.
Ability to deal with extremely confidential and sensitive intelligence in an appropriate and tactful manner.
Willingness to work outside of the recognised core hours and to travel as necessary.

Essential Criteria

Extensive knowledge in using intelligence and research material with the ability to analyse the results in a meaningful way within a commercial environment preferably within financial services.
Ability to retain extremely sensitive data in a confidential and compliant manner.
Very good written and report writing skills with a preference for a degree education .
High integrity to interact with both internal and external contacts within a regulatory environment.
High computer literacy to interrogate data sources.
Attention to detail, self-motivation and initiative.
Ability to act on your own and also be a team worker among highly experienced colleagues adding sector experience and input.

Personal Executive Aide

Location(s): US Candidates MUST have U.S. and E.U. work authorization

Job description: The role is to be the Personal Executive Aide with Security Background and a Customer Service Focus to an active principal who travels extensively around the globe including regions less travelled in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Latin America. The individual will be on the road for extended periods of time, work long days, and may be living in the residence of the principal during lengthy assignments. The principal travels six or more months of the year spread out over a calendar year. The position is based out of New York City.

Candidate profile:

Candidates MUST have U.S. and E.U. work authorization
The most suitable candidate will be security trained and have advanced First Aid training and be CPR and AED certified. Certification as an EMT would be viewed very favourably.
This individual must be physically fit and up to demands of extensive travel. This individual should also be physically strong, capable of offering physical assistance to the principal, if needed.
The principal interacts regularly with persons at the highest level of governments and business. Therefore, a high degree of sophistication is required along with an understanding of different cultures and customs. This person will work with security subcontractors in foreign locales and must be able to communicate and manage these individuals effectively.
This is a full-time permanent position - a salaried position with a generous benefits and compensation package.
College degree
First Aid/CPR/AED Certification and prior experience with medical emergencies
Physically fit and physically strong
Executive protection experience/training
High degree of cultural awareness
International experience such as extensive global travel, military service, overseas residence, global contacts, etc.
Passport able to travel extensively
Driver’s License
Foreign language a plus

VP Security and Safety Global Public Company New York Metro Area

Location(s): New York Metro Area Must have the right to work in the USA no sponsorship

Job description: VP Security and Safety Global Public Company New York Metro Area
Must have the right to work in the USA no sponsorship

The VP will be responsible for the development, implementation and management of the organization’s global corporate security and safety vision, strategy and programs. The incumbent will have primary responsibility for policy development and compliance for the protection of all the organization's worldwide personnel and assets, including government security, investigations, security operations, crisis management, executive protection, and awareness and training. This also includes security and safety matters for senior leadership.

The VP will serve as the primary point of contact with corporate headquarters and local country company representatives on all security and safety related matters. Global travel will be necessary for 15 to 40% of the time in the early stages.

Candidate profile: Candidates must be recognized as an influential leader within and outside of the organization. Required: 15+ years of balanced experience in Corporate Security Management and government law enforcement security leadership; five+ years of experience leading a global corporate security function. Bachelor’s Degree and specialized training in security issues helpful. Experience with OSHA and interaction with DEA preferred. Previous experience in a healthcare manufacturing or distribution environment is a plus.

Director of Security

Location(s): New Haven, Connecticut, USA

Job description: Location: New Haven, CT

Full Time, Permanent Hire Role U.S. work authorization required

Employer: Private Organization

Overview:

The Director of Security is responsible for establishing and managing a comprehensive and proactive security program that employs a risk-based approach to the protection of employees, assets and the organizations reputation. The incumbent will be responsible for identifying threats and security issues relevant to the organization, as well as securing vital and proprietary information, crisis management and business recovery, and the protection of personnel traveling on business. The Director of Security will manage a network of security vendors who assist in safeguarding the organizations assets, employees and visitors. The Director of Security will set protection goals and objectives that are consistent with the organizations strategic plan and are subject to regular audits and reporting of results to senior leadership.

Candidate profile:

Bachelor’s degree plus 15 years of law enforcement, diplomatic security, intelligence community or corporate security experience with at least three years of program management experience.
Security subject matter expertise.
Investigative experience, including knowledge of proper investigative methodologies and management of investigative services.
Ability to forecast and develop budgets and manage internal and external resources.
Significant exposure to Information Technology issues, particularly as they relate to securing an enterprise.
High-level management, communication, and problem-solving capabilities

Refinery Security Advisor

Location(s): Pembroke, SW Wales

Job description: Responsible for the full and timely implementation of all required government and company security programs and protocols; including recommendations and guidelines from the DfT and CPNI. You will brief management regularly, making recommendations regarding security procedures, plans, and personnel. Assist in the development of Security Vulnerability Assessments. Maintain close liaison with other group company security personnel and serve as refinery representative when coordinating with other sites on issues of personnel and physical security.
Acts as project lead for capital security projects. Develops and manages the site security budget.
Plans and conducts routine internal investigations and prepares comprehensive and well-documented reports of findings and recommendations.

Candidate profile: Significant experience in commercial security management function gained within a heavy engineering environment, ideally in the oil & gas sector. There is added value if you have a Law Enforcement or Armed Services background and international experience. Key to the role will be demonstrating leadership in a crisis situation, building relationships with organisational senior management and delivering security as a business enabler.

Experience of DfT maritime ports security guidelines (ISPS), and Government regulations. You will be experienced in dealing with local communities, key government agencies, local, national and international law enforcement, understanding governmental resilience and response planning and resources. Ability to plan, develop, control and implement complex and diversified security procedures. Ability to work with all levels of employees, citizens, law enforcement, and international government entities.
ASIS CPP, CSyP or relevant security/risk degree preferred

Head of Group Security based Singapore

Location(s): Singapore

Job description:

Head of Group Security based Singapore
Excellent Package
You will have held a regional management position in the FS sector

The Role

To develop global policies, procedures and strategies for security and manage their implementation within all the geographic regions of the Group and ensure the effective application of the risk assurance framework to evidence that existing security governance and risk control processes are effectively implemented and are being adhered to across the Group

To monitor the security related risks faced by the Group globally and take pro-active measures to reduce risk and minimise loss and communicate incidents to senior management and provide them with professional advice on all aspects of security.

Candidate profile: You must understand the financial services industry and a working knowledge of major products and practices. You will have a solid understanding of security systems and technical procedures. A strong grasp of global politics and trends in world security particularly those concerned with political, terrorist or criminal instability. Holds a security related degree / diploma or other professional security qualifications. A degree / diploma in another discipline acceptable with proven security management experience. Membership of recognised professional security bodies, for example: ASIS, ACSG is desirable. Our client is seeking an individual with a strong analytical mind and ability to write concise reports, plans and disseminate. You will need to have held a regional security management position in the financial services sector.
Skills Required

General: Leadership of direct reports and all Country Security managers, project management, presentation, relationship management, interviewing, communication, interpersonal and business management.

Technical (Working Knowledge): CCTV systems; intrusion detection and access control technology; ballistic, blast and anti-bandit security; personal, vehicle and building security; electronic security; terrorist and kidnap response and crisis management.

Global Investigations Manager

Location(s): Geneva

Job description: Global Investigations Manager Fluent English (written and spoken) is essential with French/German and/or another language a strong preference.
Based in Geneva this position requires a high degree of sound business acumen, independent judgement, technical expertise and investigative experience gained within a law enforcement environment or international organization /agency such as the UN.

You will as the senior global investigations manager reporting to, and acting as deputy for, the Director of Global Investigations. Assist the Director of Global Investigations with implementation of all phases of the Groups worldwide investigative processes, partnering within Global Corporate Security, and with other functions including Human Resources, Legal, IT, Finance, Audit and Compliance, and other domestic and international operational units to address all investigative needs.

Candidate profile: The Person

The successful candidate will assist the Director Global Investigations with leading innovative, world class investigative solutions to unique and business-critical issues that may threaten employee security and/or Company products, reputation, intellectual property and facilities.

Ten or more years’ experience managing investigations and staff. If you have a background in law enforcement this must be complimented with experience in the commercial sector or experience within the UN investigations function.
Significant experience in managing and analysing electronic case management databases.
Proven skills of communicating with and influencing senior management.
Maintains expert knowledge of specific requirements imposed by foreign government agencies, consulting with members of Global Security and security managers.
Working knowledge of social media and associated security issues.
Performance management of domestic and international suppliers of investigative services involved in highly complex and sensitive matters.
Strong financial acumen and analytical ability to identify and assess exposure to loss, and to examine alternative risk control techniques.
Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent, preferably in Criminal Justice, Business, Accounting, or related field. Exceptionally, this can be waived if the candidate has a demonstrable breadth of practical and successful experience.
Certified Protection Professional CPP or Certified Fraud Examiner CFE preferred

Regional Corporate Security Manager

Location(s): Hong Kong

Job description: Our client is seeking a Regional Security Manager, Greater China. Reporting to the Associate Director, Global Corporate Security, Asia Pacific function based in Bangkok, the objective of the Regional Corporate Security Manager, Greater China position is to protect and manage the groups protective security functions (human, intellectual and material) throughout the Greater China region. This area consists of Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan.

Skills and Knowledge:

An acute understanding and knowledge of the practices and principles associated with risk analysis and assessment. This would include the development of robust risk management programs for a range of business-related issues that impact on an organizations strategic and operational-level crisis and security management capability.
A high degree of multicultural awareness, with a comprehensive knowledge of the political, security and social issues associated with operating in often challenging or volatile risk environments or situations.
Sound experience in the preparation and conduct of training activities, including developing desktop and situational exercise programs to test an organizations business continuity, crisis, emergency and security management capabilities, in line with internationally recognized standards or best practice.
An established network of industry contacts and the ability to cultivate and maintain relationships for the purpose of achievement of business development goals.
Experience in conducting counterfeit product cases, asset protection surveys, fraud and diversion of product throughout Asia.

Candidate profile: - Experience:

The candidate will have held a responsible position, preferably within a law enforcement or government agency in the region, and / or as a professional regional security manager with commercial experience for a minimum of ten years.

Personal Skills:

The candidate must possess a strong ability to interact and communicate effectively with senior management, business clients, colleagues and external parties.

Knowledge: The candidate must possess a sound knowledge of security risk assessment and management, executive protection, crisis management, business continuity, risk evaluations, loss prevention, security training, fiscal management and asset protection.
Education: Graduate/ Professional level degree preferred (CPP accreditation is preferred but not a substitute for education requirement).
Language skills - Mandatory: English fluency (oral and written) together with fluency or knowledge in Mandarin. Cantonese or other China regional dialects are highly desired.

VP, Corporate Security

Location(s): Helsinki, Finland

Job description: A global CSO function, based from Helsinki
You will currently live or have recently lived in the Scandinavian region.

VP Corporate Security plays a critical role in providing and ensuring strategic leadership and direction for the company’s employee, information and business continuity security.
The core of the position is to drive and be responsible for the development, implementation and management of the global corporate security vision, strategy, processes and programs across the organization. As well as identify and lead corporate security to address the new risks areas.
VP of Security will work in close co-operation with business leaders and needs to have active role in understanding the nature of operations and events that may harm business security to be able identify opportunities to improve corporate security risks.

Candidate profile:

The successful candidate will have a professional security background and experienced in a similar role in a leading international/ multinational security organization.
He/ She needs to have an active attitude and drive to continuously develop corporate security to support organization in changing needs
Have experience and interest to lead and manage multinational teams across the world in complex and dynamic environment.
Has deep understanding of a wide range of security issues and trends which may impact business.
She/he will be able to articulate a security vision - global, regional, local - and will be able to address relevant officials in the field of security
The ideal candidate also displays significant managerial capabilities, having managed a complex portfolio that has global themes and has an eye for the details of specific regulations and interests.
Demonstrates a high degree of empathy and approachability which encourages people in the organization and addressable market to seek her/him out for sharing information, perspectives, and insights

MANAGING DIRECTOR

Job description: Reporting directly to the Group Managing Director the applicant will: * Forge relationships with executives and senior management within (but not exclusively) retail, FM and construction services.

Develop a marketing strategy around integrated security systems that creates awareness within their fellow group companies of how these services can add value within the greater customer sphere.
Provide direction and develop the sales force to target, present and sell to multiple client units as well as large projects and infrastructure construction, including PPI.
Maintain an engineering culture that will deliver 60 - 40% rations in profitability and revenue.
Maintain a cohesive organisation in which recurring revenue and service are a common ethos in delivering a quality well defined installation service.
Introduce a strategy and solution that will deliver 20% plus growth in profitability per annum.
Candidate profile:
Degree level education in a technical subject.
Formal Management or Business Qualification (MBA) etc. Proven track record of delivering major end user rather than OEM sales.
Experience with profit and loss management of business units of 20mplus sales within a service led environment, preferably systems installation.
Excellent communication and inter-personal skills, demonstrating direct report management of not less than 100+ personnel.