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Responsibilities Security Strategy & Governance Security Strategy Contribute to business Security strategy and Security roadmap by providing zonal perspective as per Site 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 zone 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 Governance Conduct timely reviews of all on-going strategic initiatives at the zone Participate in governance council meetings to suggest improvements and discuss pressing issues with key stakeholders Security Risk Management & Audit Intelligence & Vigilance 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 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 times 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 zone. Priorities 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 zone 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, analyze findings and conduct dialogue with the concerned stakeholders for action planning and resolution; Ensure prompt closure of open audit findings Crisis & Incident Management 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/ 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 Security Operations Management 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 CEO and VSH Create security awareness and training programs for employees and community, along with the Zone CEO Security Control Room Operations Oversee end-to-end operations of Zone 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 zone 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 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 zone/road survey conducted and then plan for Overweight and Over Dimensional Consignment Performance Improvement Define the performance metrics for evaluating Zone Security domain and finalize with the Business Security Head; Lead performance review of Zone Security Identify process gaps in the Zone 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 Zone Security Outsourced Manpower 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 zone 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 Project 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 zone through processes 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 Security professional certifications/ Project Management Professional (PMP) (Value Addition) Show more Show less
