Responsibilities
Security Strategy► Contribute to business Security strategy and Security roadmap by providing zonalperspective as per Business Security Plan.► Align the zonal security strategy with the group policy► Lead strategic initiatives aligned to business requirements at the zone / plant level;Institutionalise operational excellence initiatives for the zoneSecurity Budgeting► Plan, prepare and monitor security budget including Capex and Opex; Finalise the budgetwith Vertical Security Head and get sanction on the same► Monitor adherence to budgets and consult with Vertical Security Head in case of budgetshortage/ overrunsGovernance► Conduct timely reviews of all on-going strategic initiatives at the zone► Participate in governance council meetings to suggest improvements and discuss pressingissues with key stakeholdersIntelligence & Vigilance► Cultivate reliable sources of information with key decision makers in administrativebodies, police, local community and media to gather intelligence► Monitor and analyze daily local, national, and international news that might impact theorganization or the zone► Analyze the gathered intelligence, foresee risks, and develop mitigation plans► Monitor the vigilance level of the zone Security operations and drive alertness at all timesSecurity Risk Assessment► Conduct security risk assessment and implement mitigation measures in consultation withVertical Security Head to counter threats and vulnerabilities► Identify vulnerabilities and gaps in the established Security infrastructure, operations,systems, technologies of the zone. Prioritise the gap and closed it within timeline.► Assess the varied Security threat scenarios including product theft, vandalism, acts ofterror, pilferage, assault, unauthorized access facing the zone► Review the SRA report and ensure mitigation measures are put in place as per the findingsSecurity Audits► Facilitate internal or third party security audits and conduct timely checks to ensurereliability of Security management system and submit report of audit findings to theCorporate Team► Review the Security audit report, analyse findings and conduct dialogue with theconcerned stakeholders for action planning and resolution; Ensure prompt closure ofopen audit findings► Design ERCP (Emergency response and control plan) plans for crises/ emergencies/incidents, to ensure business continuity and quick business recovery at the zone► Lead the implementation of the response plan during the crises/ emergencies/ incidentsand 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 businessreadiness to face crises and emergenciesManagement and Review► Monitor zone operations and ensure adherence to established SOPs and SOGs.► Analyse the MIS reports generated and publish reports on a weekly basis to the Zone CEOand VSH► Create security awareness and training programs for employees and community, alongwith the Zone CEOSecurity Control Room Operations► Oversee end-to-end operations of Zone Security Control Room; Lead maintenance andupgradation initiatives for the Control Room► Monitor the operations of the Control Room and ensure proper integration with theNational Security Control Room► Ensure the escalation of all incident and report of the group as per the MatrixPatrolling & Surveillance► Oversee the patrolling procedures of the zone and manage exceptions► Periodically check the data from CCTVs, sensors, and other such automation equipmentto ensure operational vigilanceMan & 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 theapplicable systemsBusiness Traffic Management► Oversee the business traffic and material movement operations to ensure authorizationand 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 toestablished traffic rulesInvestigation & 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 criticalincidents► Drive the Security systems, processes, and operations to ensure round the clockprotection 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 securitydetailing is in place► Channelize and coordinate traffic management to ensure least impacted route continuityfor the logistics flow► Ensure the zone/road survey conducted and then plan for Overweight and OverDimensional Consignment► Define the performance metrics for evaluating Zone Security domain and finalize with theBusiness Security Head; Lead performance review of Zone Security► Identify process gaps in the Zone Security processes and lead process excellence initiativesto address the process gaps and drive efficiency► Drive the team to champion process improvements and establish ownership of actionplans at appropriate points within Zone Security► Monitor and review the outsourced staff strength and accordingly conduct recruitment► Oversee and evaluate performance of the third-party security personnel services providerensuring 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 theircompetency.► Lead talent acquisition for all vacant positions at the zone and support Vertical SecurityHead in talent identification and selection for critical roles► Drive a performance driven culture – Set goals, review performance, and providefeedback to ensure a motivated and committed teamProject Management► Identify and drive projects towards creation or improvement of security technology aids(automation systems) and infrastructure augmentation as per group security guidelinesand industry standards / best practices aligned to overall group security strategy► Implement and monitor efficient project management practices for timely execution andmaximum RoI on identified projects► Drive integration of new projects into mainstream security operations at zone throughprocesses and stakeholder buy in.Qualifications
Educational Qualification:► Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or other relevant field► Postgraduate degree in relevant field► Preferable to have Certifications including Certified Protection Professional (CPP) / Certified Fraud Examiners (CFE) /Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) certification/ Physical Security Professional (PSP) / Industrial Securityprofessional certifications/ Project Management Professional (PMP) (Value Addition)Must-have Experiences (Major Site)
More than 10 years of experience in the field of Security and at least 5 years of experience in a leadership role in asimilar position for large-sized organization, and directly report to Zone Head.► Rich experience leading Security operations of Access Control, Traffic Management, De-risking, Infra-structure andpeople 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 physicalasset protection across varied businesses and geographies► Experience managing operational and capital expenditure budgets with exceptional planning and project managementSkills
► Up to date knowledge and experience with regulatory compliance issues across varied Security sub-domains► Robust understanding of investigation techniques and audit proceduresMust-have Experiences (Medium/Minor Site)
► [More than 8 years of experience in the field of Security and at least 5 years of experience in a team leading role in asimilar position for mid-sized organization and directly report to Zone Head.► Rich experience leading Security operations of Access Control, Traffic Management, De-risking, Infra-structure andpeople protection, Fraud and misconduct investigation, Security technology solution, Security threat, Risk Assessment,Surveillance and systems management for medium sized site/ plant/ work-unit► Exposure to Security risk management verticals and seasoned understanding of crisis management and physical assetprotection► Experience managing operational budgets with exceptional planning and project management skills► Up to date knowledge and experience with regulatory compliance issues► Robust understanding of investigation techniques and audit proceduresPreferred 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 andleading 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
