Chief Security Officer (CSO)

Location: Jos, Plateau
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• A reputable manufacturing company with integrated farm operations is seeking to recruit an experienced and highly disciplined Chief Security Officer (CSO) to oversee the security of its manufacturing plant, farm facilities, assets, employees, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide regular security updates and recommendations to management.
• Ensure compliance with company security policies and HSE requirements.
• Supervise and coordinate all security personnel across the factory and farm locations.
• Monitor access control, CCTV systems, and perimeter security.
• Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and emergency response plans.
• Conduct security risk assessments and implement preventive measures.
• Investigate security incidents and prepare detailed reports.
• Liaise with law enforcement agencies, community leaders, and other security stakeholders when required.
• Protect company assets, facilities, personnel, and products from theft, vandalism, and other security threats.

Requirements

• Military, Police, Civil Defence, or other security service background is an added advantage.
• Excellent communication, report writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree or HND in a relevant discipline.
• At least 5 years' experience in a supervisory or management security role, preferably within a manufacturing, agricultural, or industrial environment.
• High level of integrity, discipline, and sound judgment.
• Strong leadership, investigative, and incident management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.