Head Of Security I Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain

Al Zain; Manama; On-site; BHD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Zain, a Bahrain-based luxury jewellery Maison, seeks a Head of Security to lead the security program across its sites. This full-time, on-site role in Manama will shape policies, manage the security team, and collaborate with senior leadership to protect people, assets, and the brand.

Responsibilities include risk assessments, access control, surveillance, incident response, and business continuity planning.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in Business Continuity, including risk assessment, crisis management, and disaster recovery planning.
• Advanced knowledge of Security, including loss prevention, access controls, security policies, and compliance with relevant standards.
• Hands-on experience such as threat analysis, incident response, vulnerability management, and security awareness programs.
• Comprehensive understanding of Physical Security, including facility protection, surveillance, access control systems, and liaison with local authorities.
• Proven leadership experience in a senior security role, preferably within luxury retail, high-value assets, or similar environments.
• Relevant academic background (e.g., degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, or related field) and professional certifications are highly beneficial.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to work under pressure and manage complex situations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and cultures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement comprehensive security strategy and operations for Al Zain across all sites.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and maintain business continuity and emergency plans.
• Oversee access control and surveillance systems; coordinate incident response.
• Collaborate with senior leadership, IT, operations and external partners to ensure regulatory compliance and standards.
• Monitor evolving threats and update security frameworks; train staff to maintain security culture.

Skills

Leadership

Risk assessment

Incident response

Access control

Surveillance

Business continuity

Crisis management

Vulnerability management

Security awareness

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Degree in Security Management / Criminal Justice or related field

Job description

founded in Bahrain in 1930, Al Zain is an international fine and high jewellery Maison, renowned for its creative vision, meticulous craftsmanship, and dedication to the art of jewellery. Drawing on Bahrain’s legacy of natural pearls and deep-rooted jewellery traditions, the Maison blends rich Arabian heritage with contemporary elegance. It's fine and high jewellery collections reflect a distinctive aesthetic, combining time-honored techniques with modern artistry to create pieces of enduring beauty. More than 300 highly skilled artisans bring each creation to life in Al Zain’s ateliers, supporting the brand’s expanding international presence. Al Zain continues to cultivate a unique expression of luxury, balancing heritage, innovation, and timeless sophistication.

Role Description:

The Head of Security will oversee the comprehensive security strategy and operations for Al Zain, ensuring the protection of people, assets, and facilities. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Manama, responsible for leading the security team, setting policies, and implementing best practices across physical locations. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, managing access control and surveillance systems, coordinating incident response, and maintaining business continuity and emergency plans. The role involves close collaboration with senior leadership, IT, operations, and external partners to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards. The Head of Security will also monitor emerging threats, update security frameworks, and train personnel to maintain a strong security culture throughout the organization.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated expertise in Business Continuity, including risk assessment, crisis management, and disaster recovery planning.
• Advanced knowledge of Security, including loss prevention, access controls, security policies, and compliance with relevant standards.
• Hands-on experience such as threat analysis, incident response, vulnerability management, and security awareness programs.
• Comprehensive understanding of Physical Security, including facility protection, surveillance, access control systems, and liaison with local authorities.
• Proven leadership experience in a senior security role, preferably within luxury retail, high-value assets, or similar environments.
• Relevant academic background (e.g., degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, or related field) and professional certifications are highly beneficial.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to work under pressure and manage complex situations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and cultures.