Senior Security & Risk Manager

Boardroom Appointments; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardroom Appointments is looking for a senior Security Manager to lead the company’s security strategy, risk assessments, and policy framework across all sites and operations. You will oversee CCTV, access control, perimeter security, GPS/telematics, and AI-driven monitoring, while managing vendor SLAs, escort services for high‑risk cargo, and compliance with laws and audits.

The ideal candidate has 7–10 years in security management, relevant certifications, crisis management experience, and a

Qualifications

• Degree in Security Management, Risk Management, or a related field.
• A relevant certification in Security Management.
• TAPA Certification preferred.
• 7-10 years of Security Management experience, preferably in Transport, Logistics, Cross-border Operations, or Large-scale Facilities.
• Proven experience negotiating and managing security contracts, SLAs, and service providers.
• Strong background in Risk Assessment, Security Audits, and Compliance with Security Laws/Regulations.
• Experience implementing and managing security technologies, including CCTV, Access Control, Telematics, and AI-driven Security Solutions.
• Hands-on experience in crisis management, emergency response planning, and incident investigation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Companys Security Strategy in alignment with business goals.
• Conduct security risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation measures.
• Establish security policies, procedures, and protocols across all company sites.
• Monitor security threats and trends, advising senior management on proactive security improvements.
• Oversee the implementation and management of security technologies, including CCTV, Access Control, Alarm and perimeter security systems, GPS tracking and telematics, and AI analytics-based monitoring.
• Evaluate and recommend new security technology investments.
• Ensure security systems are regularly maintained, upgraded, and fully operational.
• Lead contract negotiations with external security service providers, ensuring cost-effective and high-quality service.
• Define performance metrics and SLAs for security vendors.
• Monitor vendor compliance and performance, taking corrective actions as needed.
• Arrange and manage escort services for high-risk cargo and personnel.
• Negotiate agreements with escort service providers, ensuring compliance with legal and operational standards.
• Establish risk assessment criteria to determine when escort services are required.
• Monitor and optimize escort service operations for cost efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory security standards.
• Oversee internal security audits and external compliance assessments.
• Investigate major security incidents, fraud, theft, or unauthorized access, and take appropriate corrective actions.
• Work with legal teams and law enforcement agencies as necessary.
• Develop emergency response plans, ensuring readiness for security threats.
• Lead crisis management and coordinate responses to high-risk incidents.
• Conduct security drills and training exercises to enhance preparedness.
• Develop and oversee the security budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Analyze security expenditures and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Justify security investments based on risk analysis and ROI evaluations.
• Provide regular security reports to senior management, detailing risk assessments, incidents, and mitigation strategies.
• Advise executives on security improvements and emerging threats.
• Represent the company in external security forums or industry events.

Skills

Security Management

Contract Negotiation

Risk Assessment

Security Audits

Compliance

Education

Degree in Security Management

Security Management Certification

TAPA Certification

Tools

CCTV

Access Control

Alarm Systems

GPS Tracking

Telematics

AI Analytics

Job description

Boardroom Appointments is looking for a senior Security Manager to lead the company’s security strategy, risk assessments, and policy framework across all sites and operations. You will oversee CCTV, access control, perimeter security, GPS/telematics, and AI-driven monitoring, while managing vendor SLAs, escort services for high‑risk cargo, and compliance with laws and audits.

The ideal candidate has 7–10 years in security management, relevant certifications, crisis management experience, and a