Chief Security Officer at Premium Human Resources Solution

At Premium HR Solution, our commitment to excellence extends globally, offering unparalleled coverage to meet the diverse talent needs of organizations around the world. With a robust network spanning continents, we leverage our international reach to connect clients with top-tier professionals, ensuring a truly global approach to talent acquisition and management. Our strategic presence enables us to access, assess, and deliver high-calibre candidates across various industries and geographical locations.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Security Officer

Location: Lagos 
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Executive Office
Reports To: Group Managing Director
Direct Reports: Outsourced Security Agencies, Security Operatives
Job Grade: To Be Determined

Job Purpose

• Ensure all processes relating to theft detection, investigation, and prevention are effective and efficient.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and management of comprehensive security strategies to safeguard company assets, personnel, operations, and reputation.
• Ensure compliance with international trade laws, protect supply chains, mitigate risks related to theft, piracy, and cyber threats, and coordinate responses to security incidents.

Core Responsibilties

• Develop and execute the organisation’s overall security strategy.
• Advise executive management on security risks and mitigation strategies.
• Implement and enforce security policies for staff, customers, and visitors.
• Protect company assets, cargo, and facilities during storage, transportation, and distribution.
• Collaborate with logistics and warehousing partners to ensure supply chain security.
• Oversee physical security operations across offices, warehouses, and operational locations.
• Implement access control systems, surveillance systems, and monitoring solutions.
• Coordinate security awareness and safety programs for employees.
• Ensure availability of armed response support where required.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and security standards.
• Manage security audits, certifications, and compliance assessments.
• Develop emergency response plans for theft, disruptions, cyber threats, and crisis situations.
• Lead investigations and coordinate with law enforcement, regulators, insurers, and stakeholders.
• Conduct periodic risk assessments and recommend preventive measures.
• Manage internal security teams and external security vendors.
• Lead security training and awareness initiatives.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Reduction in security incidents and asset losses.
• Compliance with security and regulatory requirements.
• Effectiveness and response time during security incidents.
• Completion rate for employee security training programs.
• Successful completion of security audits and certifications.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Security Management, Risk Management, Criminal Justice, International Trade, or a related field.
• Master’s Degree is an added advantage.
• Relevant professional certifications such as CPP, CISM, or CISSP are preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in security leadership roles, preferably within commodity trading, logistics, export, or related sectors.
• Strong understanding of international export regulations and supply chain security standards.

Competencies:

• Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent knowledge of security protocols, crisis management, and investigation techniques.
• Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in complex operational environments.
• Knowledge of physical security systems including CCTV, alarms, and access control.
• Experience conducting risk assessments and security audits.
• Ability to develop and enforce security policies and procedures.
• Strong report writing and documentation skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Willingness to travel locally and internationally where required.

Decision Expectations:

• Provide leadership on the organisation’s overall security strategy and risk management framework.
• Approve security policies, procedures, technologies, and operational initiatives.
• Lead decision-making during emergencies and security incidents.
• Manage relationships with security vendors, regulators, and law enforcement agencies.
• Oversee security budgets, staffing, and capability development.
• Provide regular security updates and risk reports to executive management.

Application Closing Date
30th June, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online