Chief Security Officer
Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time
Main Function
- The Chief Security Officer (CSO) is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing the security operations of the organization to protect employees, visitors, assets, and property.
- The role ensures compliance with security policies, safety procedures, and regulatory standards while maintaining a secure and peaceful work environment.
- The ideal candidate must be disciplined, proactive, and firm, with strong leadership abilities, sound judgment, and extensive experience in corporate or industrial security operations.
Role Responsibilities
Security Operations Management:
- Oversee all security activities across the organization’s facilities.
- Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Ensure effective surveillance, patrol, and monitoring of company premises.
- Coordinate access control, visitor management, and identification systems.
- Respond promptly to emergencies, incidents, and security breaches.
Personnel Leadership and Supervision:
- Recruit, train, supervise, and schedule security personnel.
- Assign duties to guards and monitor their performance daily.
- Conduct drills, briefings, and continuous training on security awareness.
- Maintain discipline, integrity, and professionalism within the security team.
- Prepare duty rosters and supervise guard deployment during events or peak periods
Personnel Leadership and Supervision:
- Recruit, train, supervise, and schedule security personnel.
- Assign duties to guards and monitor their performance daily.
- Conduct drills, briefings, and continuous training on security awareness.
- Maintain discipline, integrity, and professionalism within the security team.
- Prepare duty rosters and supervise guard deployment during events or peak periods
Risk Assessment and Incident Management:
- Conduct regular risk assessments and identify vulnerabilities across all facilities.
- Investigate security incidents, accidents, and suspicious activities.
- Prepare incident reports and recommend corrective/preventive measures.
- Ensure proper documentation of security logs, access records, and reports.
Facility and Asset Protection:
- Safeguard assets, equipment, inventory, and company property from theft or damage.
- Ensure effective monitoring of entrances, exits, warehouses, and restricted zones.
- Supervise CCTV operations and ensure 24/7 surveillance functionality.
- Ensure alarm systems, fire safety equipment, and emergency exits are functional.
Compliance and Safety Enforcement:
- Ensure compliance with company security regulations and statutory laws.
- Enforce safety rules, emergency procedures, and evacuation protocols.
- Collaborate with facility and HSE teams on safety inspections and hazard prevention.
- Monitor security equipment maintenance and recommend upgrades when needed.
Coordination with External Agencies:
- Liaise with law enforcement agencies, emergency services, and security consultants.
- Support investigations into theft, fraud, or misconduct cases.
- Facilitate cooperation during emergencies, raids, or regulatory inspections.
Experience / Qualification
- Minimum of OND / HND / BSc in Criminology, Security Studies, Law, or related field
- 5–10 years of experience in security management, law enforcement, or military service
- Experience supervising security operations in hospitality, retail, oil & gas, or corporate environments is an advantage
- Training or certification in security management, investigation, or emergency response is desirable
- Knowledge of security laws, safety regulations, and surveillance systems.
Reporting and Administration:
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly security reports for management.
- Maintain comprehensive records of guard performance, incidents, and patrol logs.
- Recommend improvements in security policies, personnel, and equipment.
- Assist in budgeting and cost control for security operations.
Competencies / Skills:
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills
- Excellent knowledge of corporate security protocols
- Ability to assess risks and implement effective security measures
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Good investigative and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to handle emergencies and make quick decisions
- Proficiency in report writing and basic computer applications
- Understanding of CCTV systems, access control, and surveillance tools
- High level of alertness, vigilance, and physical fitnessss.
Behavioural Qualities/Other Competences:
- High integrity, honesty, and professionalism
- Firm, disciplined, and confident
- Strong sense of responsibility and accountability
- Calm under pressure and able to handle conflict
- Excellent judgment and decision-making ability
- Respectful, courteous, and well-organized
- Strong work ethic and dedication to safety and protection.
Application Closing Date
1st May, 2026.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CVs and cover letters to: recruitment@domeoresources.org using "Chief Security Officer" as subject of mail.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.