Chief Security Officer at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN)

The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) is a unique and innovative institution of higher education in Nigeria. Originally established in 1983, its operations were subsequently resuscitated in 2002, when the Federal Government of Nigeria revived and reinvigorated its mission. NOUN, a pioneering institution in higher education, proudly holds the distinction of being the foremost and largest Open and Distance Learning (ODL) University in Nigeria and West Africa.

Applications are invited from qualified candidates to fill the position below in the Directorate of Security Services (DSS) of the University:

Job Title: Chief Security Officer

Location: Abuja

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will assume a leadership role in security management, steering initiatives and directing the comprehensive security strategy of the University.
• Responsibilities encompass the supervision of the Directorate of Security Services, conducting thorough security risk assessments, and formulating and enforcing policies to mitigate the risks of data loss and fraudulent activities.
• As Chief Security Officer, the candidate will play a pivotal role in providing strategic oversight to security operations at the Hq and at all our study centres spread across the length and breadth of Nigeria. This involves taking charge of security initiatives, guiding the University's overall security strategy, and exercising supervision over the Directorate of Security Services.
• Additionally, the candidate will be responsible for conducting meticulous security risk assessments and instituting policies to safeguard against data loss and fraudulent activities.
• The Chief Security Officer will be entrusted with the responsibility of spearheading security initiatives and providing comprehensive oversight of the University's security strategy. This entails direct supervision of the Directorate of Security Services, as well as the execution of security risk assessments and the implementation of policies aimed at safeguarding against data loss and fraudulent practices.

Requirements

• The successful candidate, who MUST be a retired officer in the Nigeria Armed Forces, preferably the Nigeria Army, Nigeria Police, or related security networks, must possess a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in any relevant fields with a minimum of fifteen (15) years cognate working experience in the security sector.
• Must have attained at least the rank of Chief Superintendent of Police, a Major in the Army, or its equivalent.
• Attendance and or exposure to vast training and possession of relevant experience in the Intelligence or Crime Management unit will be an added advantage.
• Must be capable of maintaining and developing security policing arrangements for both day and night shifts.

Salary and Conditions of Service

• As Chief Security Officer, the successful candidate will be entitled to a salary on the Consolidated Tertiary Institutions Salary Scale, (CONTISS 13) on N3,020,925.00 -N4,025,741.00 / Annum.
• NOUN is a Federal University and the remuneration is as obtainable at other Federal Universities. Members of Staff of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) are incentivized with many opportunities and priviledges within the community of open universities around the world.

Application Closing Date
13th March, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Applications, accompanied by fifteen (15) copies of their CV to:
The Registrar
National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN)
Plot 91, Cadastral Zone, Off Nnamdi Azikiwe Express Way
Jabi, Abuja FCT.

Note

• Applicants are required to provide personal details such as names, age, nationality, marital status, educational institutions attended with dates, qualifications obtained with dates, working experience, an email address and functional telephone
• Additionally, applicants should include the names of three (3) referees, with at least two capable of attesting to the candidate's professional/academic standing and character.
• Referees should send confidential reports directly to the above address.
• Only candidates interested at working in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are encouraged to apply.
• Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview.