Close Protection Officer at Securex

Job Description

We are looking for a Close Protection Officer who will be responsible for protecting, developing, evaluating and implementing security programs for our clients.

Responsibilities Include:

1. Continuously monitor the client’s internal and external security threats and risks.
2. Advise clients on security-related issues.
3. Implement local security protocols.
4. Ensure compliance with both corporate and local security policies and procedures.
5. Supervise security officers for clients.
6. Prepare reports and conduct preliminary investigations of security-related incidents.
7. Work with local law enforcement officials as needed.
8. Perform any other duty as may be assigned by the client.

Qualifications

1. Associates degree in Law Enforcement, Business Management or related course required.
2. Current Security Industry Authority (SIA) Frontline Close Protection license (UK) or Certified Protection Professional (CPP) certification (US) or recognized equivalent.
3. Minimum 5 years of police, security or military experience in an international environment.
4. Minimum 3 years of experience in dealing/liaising with international and government organizations.
5. Trained or qualified to drive VR7 or equivalent armoured vehicles.
6. Ability to converse fluently in English is essential.
7. Minimum of FPOS-I medical certification or recognized equivalent.
8. Exceptional leadership skills and ability to command respect.
9. Able to think innovatively and prepared to make decisions.
10. Must have a good knowledge of IT systems and be able to use MS Office.
11. Able to write reports efficiently and on time.
12. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a strong customer focus.
13. Personal drive and the ability to be a self-starter as well as a team player.
14. Strong organisational, analytical and time management skills, with very good attention to detail.
15. Flexible, resilient under pressure and decisive with a proven track record of delivering results to a high standard within tight deadlines.