Security Officer

Security Officer

Job Summary

The Security Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for people, property, and assets. This role involves patrolling premises, monitoring security systems, responding to incidents, and enforcing safety protocols.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Patrols and Surveillance: Conduct regular patrols of assigned areas to deter and detect signs of unauthorized activity.
• Incident Response: Respond promptly to alarms, disturbances, or other security breaches, taking appropriate action to resolve the situation.
• Reporting and Documentation: Document incidents, observations, and security concerns, providing detailed reports as needed.
• Creation of Security strategies and ideas suitable for the existing situations.
• Enforcement of discipline within the Sectoral Command.
• Attending security meetings with the CSO, and with Head-guards/Guards.
• Collaboration: Work with law enforcement, emergency services, and other stakeholders as required.

Educational Qualification and Work Experience

• Minimum of HND/Degree in any relevant courses.
• Security orientation Courses with any recognized institutions is an added advantage.
•  Minimum of 5 years’ experience in security operations.

Skill and Competencies

• Effective Communication skills
• People management skills
• Conflict Resolution Skills
• Project Management Skills
• Negotiation skills
• Presentation skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Integrity
• Empathy
• Openness
• Discretion