Chief Security Officer

Role Overview

The University Security lead plans and oversees the institution’s day-to-day security provision, directing university and contracted personnel while coordinating with external security agencies. The role also advises the Vice Chancellor, investigates reported incidents involving students or staff, and helps the university prepare for emergencies and evolving security risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain university security and safety policies, procedures, emergency plans, and contingency arrangements.
• Prepare the security department’s annual work plan and submit monthly operational reports to the Vice Chancellor.
• Assign duties to internal and outsourced security personnel, supervise their work, and assess their performance.
• Coordinate security activities with external security agencies and other relevant parties.
• Review reported incidents involving students and staff, and provide security advice to university leadership.
• Prepare and authorize gate passes in line with university procedures.
• Draft specifications for security service contracts and train subordinate security officers.
• Monitor emerging security threats and recommend appropriate measures to address them.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a security-related discipline.
• At least five years of service in a disciplined or uniformed force, with a clean discharge record.
• Strong administrative capability and demonstrated physical and mental fitness.
• Current certificate of good conduct.
• Working knowledge of information and communication technology.
• Firefighting and rescue skills.
• Valid driving licence.
• A relevant master’s degree is an added advantage.