Senior Operations Security Specialist

Purpose

• The Senior Operations Security Specialist is responsible for implementing and managing SBM’s Global Security Programs within SBM assets in the country, ensuring alignment with local regulations and procedures.
• You represent SBM in external engagements with stakeholders such as police departments, internal governemental forces (Army if needed, civil protection, etc.), advising the Country General Manager on security-related decisions, and supporting security decisions and emergency management.
• You also play a key role in enhancing security awareness and ensuring the safety of SBM employees and assets.

Responsibilities

• You are responsible for the annual Country Security Risk Assessments (interfacing with regulatory bodies, and law enforcement agencies) for in-country analyses of threats, risks, and maritime security.
• You analyze in-country gathered information and recommend appropriate action to executive management.
• You establish working relationships with clients' security, local, state, and government law enforcement agencies.
• You interact with security organizations outside of SBM’s network for benchmarking purposes.
• You organize and lead security trainings, briefings, risk management/assessments.
• You interact with all employees to keep them informed and aware of best security practices.
• You participate in incident management, including Country Emergency Response Planning for lockdowns, evacuations.
• You support Group Security on internal investigations of security breaches, fraud, theft, business/ethical violations to ensure the protection of SBM’s assets, reputation, and integrity.
• You lead security internal and external verifications/surveys/audits and ensure that appropriate corrective actions are identified and effectively implemented.
• You providesecurity awareness training programs and communication campaigns.
• You lead security inspections of hotels, residences, warehouses, or other locations as required by SBM in the assigned region.
• You support the implementation of travel procedures and the driving Safe Program to ensure the safety of SBM employees during travel.

Education

• Master's Degree in a Security Management or HSSE related field.
• Applicable Certifications such as First Aid, Situational Awareness, Physical Security (Certified Protection Officer (CPO)), Certified Protection Professional (CPP), or Physical Security Professional (PSP)) would be a benefit.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Degree in International relations or Geopolitics a plus. Good knowledge of security risk assessment principles

Experience

• Proven experience as a security professional, with a strong understanding of security operations and management.
• Operational experience in either the military or Police, or in a similar position, with a Senior / Supervisory role would be a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to security.
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in people and process management within a security context.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.

Functional Competencies