Assistant Security Manager (Investment Bank)

Securitas Security Services (Hong Kong) Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Securitas Security Services (Hong Kong) Limited is seeking an Assistant Security Manager for our investment bank client. You will develop duty rosters, monitor staffing levels, and manage access control across the AoR.

You will oversee alarm handling, investigations, and site security, ensuring procedures are logged and escalated. The role requires five years of security management, strong leadership, and fluency in English with Mandarin/Cantonese preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in security management or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of security principles, practices, and technologies.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in security-related software and tools.
• English language proficiency; Mandarin and Cantonese preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive duty roster to ensure coverage.
• Monitor attendance and leave requests to maintain staffing levels.
• Oversee access control programs across the AoR.
• Manage alarm systems; respond to activations and coordinate actions.
• Investigate false alarms and implement mitigation.
• Ensure site security activities are logged and escalated per SOP.
• Maintain and review security systems like CCTV and intrusion detection.
• Lead OGS first response to on-site incidents and dispatch.
• Develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Produce regular security incident reports and documentation.
• Deliver security training to employees.

Skills

Security management

Access control

Alarm management

Incident response

Risk assessment

Tools

Security software

CCTV systems

Fire alarm systems

Job description

Assistant Security Manager (Investment Bank)

Develop and maintain a comprehensive duty roster to ensure all mandatory and ad hoc duties are covered.

Monitor and track attendance and leave requests to always ensure adequate staffing levels.

Access Management:

Day-to-day responsibilities for delivery of an effective access control program across AoR in line with regional standards SOPs.

Alarm Management:

Managing the effective Respond promptly to alarm activations and coordinate appropriate actions.

Investigate false alarms and implement measures to minimize the occurrence.

Site Security Management:

Ensure all mandated activities are being correctly undertaken and logged, and issues, discrepancies are being efficiently escalated and remediated in accordance with SOP and escalation matrices.

Process and System Management:

Ensure appropriate and effective standard operating procedures are in in places, periodically evaluated and maintained.

Monitor and maintain security systems, including CCTV, intrusion detection, and fire alarm systems.

Managing OGS 1st response to any on site safety and security incidents, primarily officer dispatch, and incident escalation. Respond to security incidents promptly and efficiently.

Develop and implement corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.

Identify and assess potential security risks and vulnerabilities.

Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and measures.

Regularly review and update risk management plans.

Reporting and Administration:

Prepare regular reports on security-related activities, incidents, and trends.

Maintain accurate records and documentation related to security operations.

Training:

Develop and deliver security training programs for employees.

Conduct regular training sessions to ensure staff are aware of security protocols and procedures.

Requirements:

5 years or above experience in security management or a related field.

Strong knowledge of security principles, practices, and technologies.

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.

Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Proficient in using security-related software and tools.

Language competency: primarily written and spoken business English, with strong preference for spoken Mandarin and Cantonese.

Securitas is a global knowledge leader in security. From a broad range of services of specialized guarding, technology solutions, consulting and investigations, we customize offerings that are suited to the individual customer’s needs, in order to deliver the most effective security solutions. Everywhere from small stores to airports, our 358,000 employees are making a difference.

For more details, please visit our website at http://www.securitas.hk/

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