Deputy General Manager/General Manager - Security - Manufacturing

One of the leading manufacturing giants is looking for Head Security, based in corporate office in Delhi. It serves industrial, commercial and consumer markets through its manufacturing, supply-chain and distribution network.

Job Role Brief:

The Head - Security will lead security strategy and operations for the Gurugram office and provide oversight and coordination, as required, for relevant company locations, people, assets and business activities. The role focuses on risk prevention, physical security, incident response, business continuity and consistent implementation of security standards in line with the organization's operational requirements.

Job Description:

Key Accountability Statement:

- Security Strategy & Risk Management: Develop and implement security plans, policies and procedures based on business risks. Conduct security risk assessments, identify vulnerabilities and recommend practical mitigation measures for offices, facilities, people and assets.

- Site, Asset & Access Security: Oversee physical security arrangements, access control, visitor management, perimeter protection, surveillance and guarding services. Ensure appropriate security arrangements for company premises, records, equipment and other assets.

- Industrial & Supply-Chain Security: Coordinate with plant, warehouse, logistics and transport teams, as applicable, to address risks relating to material movement, storage, dispatch, theft, pilferage, trespassing and unauthorized access.

- Crisis Management & Business Continuity: Maintain incident-response and escalation procedures. Coordinate response to emergencies, threats, disruptions and security incidents; support crisis-management and business-continuity plans, including drills and reviews.

- Security Systems & Service Providers: Review the effectiveness of CCTV, access-control and other security systems. Manage security agencies and service providers, define service expectations, monitor performance and ensure compliance with agreed procedures.

- Investigations & Incident Reporting: Lead or coordinate investigations into theft, loss, misconduct, security breaches and other incidents. Maintain incident records, identify root causes and recommend corrective and preventive actions.

- Executive, Employee & Event Security: Assess and coordinate security requirements for senior leadership, employees, visitors, meetings and company events where required. Promote security awareness and encourage timely reporting of suspicious activity.

- Compliance, Coordination & Reporting: Coordinate with relevant internal teams, local authorities and emergency services when necessary. Monitor compliance with applicable laws and company policies, prepare periodic security reports and track key risks and corrective actions.

Candidate Profile:

- 10 - 20 years of experience in corporate security, industrial security, law enforcement, defence or a related field, with experience leading security teams and service providers.

- Experience in security risk assessments, physical security systems, incident management, investigations and emergency response.

- Ability to coordinate with plant, warehouse, logistics, administration, HR, legal and other business stakeholders.

- Strong judgement, integrity, leadership, communication and decision-making skills, including the ability to manage sensitive matters confidentially.

- Experience in a multi-site manufacturing or supply-chain environment is preferred; prior defence or relevant security leadership experience may be an advantage.

Key Competencies:

- Security Risk Management

- Physical & Industrial Security

- Crisis Management & Business Continuity

- Incident Investigation & Reporting

- Security Systems & Vendor Management

- Stakeholder Coordination & Leadership