Internal- Security Controller at Equity Bank Kenya

Description

Currently the Bank is seeking additional talent to serve in the role outlined below.

• Offering protective and communications support for The Equity Bank Security Operations by effective manning of the Control Room.
• Monitoring all Electronic Security systems installed over irregularities (such as security breach, possible threats, abandoned items, fire hazards, equipment malfunctions, and unlocked security doors among others) and report incidents.
• Monitoring, maintaining, and archiving CCTV video footage and other security systems data and retrieval in case of incident occurrences and investigation/analysis requirements.
• Managing access control systems and credentials by issuing access cards/passes, keys to critical areas, and other arrangements to authorized staff, visitors, contractors upon approval and keep such records.
• Managing access control credentials by modifying, deletion, deactivation of access as directed by the supervisor.
• Signing and ensuring all items being moved out of the bank HQ have  prior authorization as per procedures and policies.
• Observing and reporting suspects or incidents to the defined authorities and initiate incident response by use of mobile or other communication channels.
• Monitoring intruder alarm systems, access control systems, closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems, manned guarding personnel and liaise with response units to attend raised alarms.
• Act as custodians of Control Room equipment and monitoring their operational readiness.
• Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Diploma or a Degree in Security Management/social sciences/information science.
• Proficiency in computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Training in CCTV monitoring and Control room activities
• At least two years’ experience of working in a busy control room environment. Security background on handling security operations will be an added advantage.
• Medically and physically fit with excellent observation skills, good hearing and vision.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills, both spoken and written, fluent in English and Kiswahili.
• Keen attention to details and meticulous with record keeping.
• Ability to work under pressure for extended hours.
• Highly disciplined and of impeccable character