Head - Security

Adani Ports and SEZ; Surat; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 8,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Ports and SEZ seeks a seasoned Head of Security to lead site security operations across its port infrastructure. You will safeguard assets, personnel, and stakeholders while shaping the security strategy and roadmaps in line with the Group’s objectives.

You will perform security risk assessments, manage budgets, and drive crisis response readiness. The role requires a defence-backed, senior security leader with extensive multi-site experience and a focus on regulatory compliance and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, or related field with cyber security/criminology credit is a plus.
• 15+ years in security management, preferably at large industrial/port scale.
• Experience managing ~10 sites in remote locations; defence background with 5+ years industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and implement comprehensive security strategies to protect assets, personnel, and operations.
• Oversee site security budget and financial performance.
• Conduct security risk assessments and address audit findings with mitigations.
• Develop crisis response plans and manage Quick Response Team readiness.
• Lead security projects, ensuring ROI and cost savings aligned with group strategy.
• Oversee security operations, including proactive patrols and systems maintenance.
• Ensure asset protection across projects and enforce vendor SLAs.
• Maintain regulatory governance and security policy compliance.
• Deliver training programs and measure competency improvements.

Skills

Security strategy

Risk assessment

Budget oversight

Vendor management

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Crisis management

Education

Master's degree in Security Management

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

About Business

Adani Group: Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards. With four IG rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India.

Ports & SEZ

Over the past few years, we have evolved from a traditional port operator to a leading integrated ports services provider. As the largest port organization for the past two decades, we offer a wide range of services including cargo handling, container terminal operations, logistics, port infrastructure development, and maintenance. Our expertise extends to multimodal transport solutions, customs clearance, port security, and environmental sustainability, positioning us as a key player in global trade and logistics.

Job Purpose

Head - Security is responsible for leading the site security operations in alignment with the organization's business objectives and Security Strategy Roadmap. Responsible for safeguarding the company's infrastructure, ensuring the safety of employees and stakeholders, and protecting designated individuals. The Head - Security is tasked with preventing and addressing fraud and misconduct, conducting detailed security risk assessments, and managing security-related automation and infrastructure projects to protect both tangible and intangible assets.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Security Oversight: Formulate and implement comprehensive security strategies to protect the company’s assets, personnel, and operations. Identify security threats and risks, develop security plans, and establish security architecture for each site and standardize security functions, processes, and SOPs across sites.
• Financial Oversight: Oversee the timely preparation and adherence to the site security budget, ensuring financial excellence in security operations.
• Security Risk Management: Perform comprehensive security risk assessments, address audit findings, and implement mitigation plans to reduce vulnerabilities.
• Crisis And Incident Response: Develop and maintain crisis response plans, manage the Quick Response Team's (QRT) readiness and response times, and oversee incident rates and resolutions to ensure a swift and effective response to security threats.
• Project Management: Implement security projects within budget and on time, integrate projects with site security processes, and deliver ROI and cost savings aligned with the overall group security strategy.
• Crisis Planning And Response: Identify hazards, manage incident rates, resolve identified threats, and cover potential crises in response plans. Monitor the Quick Response Team (QRT) strength and response times, and manage the costs associated with business continuity operations.
• Security Operations: Supervise security operations, including proactive patrols, safety incident reporting, and maintenance of security systems.
• Asset Protection: Complete asset protection infrastructure projects in line with the asset protection plan.
• Vendor Management: Ensure vendors meet performance expectations, comply with regulations, and adhere to Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Regulatory Compliance: Uphold governance standards and ensure compliance with all security policies and procedures.
• Training & Development: Conduct functional training programs for security personnel and measure competency improvements post-training.
• Documentation And Reporting: Maintain accurate records and documentation of security activities, investigations, and asset management. Prepare and present regular reports to track progress, changes, and the effectiveness of security measures.
• Brand Positioning: Ensure Adani's brand values are shown in all interactions. Strengthen relationships to boost the organization's brand and trust within the market and company.
• Digital Mindset: Keep up with digital and AI advancements to enhance business and maintain competitiveness.
• Team Development: Promote a respectful and safe workplace, lead collaborative and productive teams, and mentor for growth and success.

Key Stakeholders - Internal

• CEO, COO, Other department Heads, Legal team, Direct Reportees.

Key Stakeholders - External

• Regulatory Bodies, Security Agencies, Industry peers, Customers

Qualifications

• Educational Background: Master's degree in a relevant field such as Security Management, Criminal Justice, or Business Administration. Specialisation in Cyber Security or Criminology added credit. Professional certifications are beneficial.
• Work Experience: Minimum 15+ Years of work experience in security management, preferably in a large-scale industrial or port environment. Experience of handling nearly ten sites in remote locations Personnel with a defence background with at least 5 years of industry experience.