Experience

Embassy of Canada | Ambassade du Canada

• Canada
• International Affairs
• 700 & Above Employee

• Security Risk Manager

  • Jul 2022 - Present



VIGILANCE SECURITY SERVICES

• South Sudan

• International Security Manager - EU Delegation

  • Dec 2018 - Jul 2022

  • Develop and embed effective risk mitigation strategies, security protocols, standard operating procedures and guidelines based on best practice to cover staff and operations, including on-site security, off site vehicle movement. • Develop and manage effective operational security protocols to ensure information relating to personnel, movement and operations is protected from compromise. • Management and review of response plans, evacuation and crisis management plans. • Oversee and manage the relevant security related training for all EU Personnel and Security Officers. • Manage intelligence to ensure accurate and relevant information is available to inform decision making especially for the EU Ambassador. • Provide direction and support on all matters relating to physical security, security risk identification, analysis and integration, security awareness, crisis management and travel security. • Draft and develop of client-specific security plans including identification of new risk factors or project specific exposure. • Establish appropriate relationships with relevant organisations and individuals in support of Insight and client operations. • Monitor daily security bulletins to identify key alerts and emerging trends and produce and distribute communications to appropriate recipients. • Review risk assessments for client operations, ensuring proper application of policy and providing detailed country analysis to support risk assessment. • Daily management of the Security Guard force of over 50 Officers. • Make regular recommendations leading to a state of continuous improvement and constant security enhancement. Show less



Assaye Risk

• Mauritius
• Security and Investigations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Security Operations Manager

  • Jan 2015 - Dec 2018

  • Tactical command and control of all site security operations, policies, protocols and procedures within the Operational AOR of both Mine sites. • Oversight and Command of the Security Operations Room which included all tasking’s of Mobile Response Force and QRF, monitor all mine vehicles via the tracking system and ensure all communications were monitored on all radios and telephones as required. • Developed and implemented security protocols, policies and procedures, and conducted on-going audits to ensure compliance. • Responsible for identifying emerging threats to the organisation by conducting security reviews, analysis which included liaison with Police in order to implement appropriate measures to counter the threat. • Point of contact for all security related enquires from clients within my area of responsibility, this included given advice over the phone as well as conducting security surveys and inspections to provide the customer with detailed recommendations to enhance security. • SME and responsible for all EHS training and inspections, to include risk assessments, SHEF regulations. • Responsible for carrying out risk assessments for all Mobile movements within the local and surrounding areas. . • Produce and implement Security Standard Operating Procedures to include Site Security, Rules for Use of Force (RUF) and Quick Reaction Force (QRF) procedures. • Make regular recommendations leading to a state of continuous improvement and constant security enhancement. • Assist in the development of evacuation and medical plans. • Provided Security advice and guidance on Physical security work being undertaken at a number of Acacia sites in order to enhance security. • Conduct inspection on all mobility, communication, firepower assets and others support equipment and materials assigned to the security department in order to ensure it is serviceable and operational. Show less



Page Group Ltd

• Kabul, Afghanistan

• Intelligence/ Security Analyst

  • Jan 2014 - Jan 2015

  • Collection, collation, analysis, interpretation, validation and reporting on information gathered in Afghanistan and elsewhere, providing the basis on which decisions regarding physical and commercial security were made. • Presented a weekly high-level briefing on Security to the EU Ambassador on all incidents throughout the Country AOR. • Researched, developed, presented and disseminated intelligence products at the tactical and operational level related to insurgent activities, and threats to mission stability. Delivered daily and weekly Security Risk situation analysis briefing papers for EU Delegation members and EUPOL. • Conducted Security incident background analysis and long term assessments, forecasts of the upcoming security situation, events or actions that may affect the safety and security of EU staff. • Provided input to multiple Government requirements and objectives, assisted with the analysis and production of various intelligence products specifically focused on the C-IED mission set, and supply analytical support for EU Embassy and NGO operations • Conducted multi-layered, multi-Security analysis to define patterns of insurgent activity in order to identify patterns. • Developed processes that focus on integrating all Security disciplines with operational planning in order to develop solutions to the insurgent activity. • Prioritised and categorised requests for information, conducting multi-discipline analyses of complex, network-centric target sets and fusing multiple Security disciplines with operational planning. • Provided input to multiple Government requirements and objectives, assists with the analysis and production of various Security reports. • Attend meetings with EU Embassy and NGO representatives and conducted comprehensive research on complex topics independently or as a part of a larger analytical effort focusing on Security-related current events and long-term trends that could impact the unit's mission. Show less



Blue Hackle

• Afghanistan

• Site Security Manger

  • Aug 2012 - Apr 2014

  • Co-ordinate Welfare, Training and supervision of a 60 man Guard force. • Supervision of Guard force in co-ordination with the operational demand. • Develop, write and implement site security SSPs and SOPs. • Develop a robust evacuation plan. • Accountability for equipment and weapons and conducting weekly training. • Ensure a 24/7 reaction force for any security related issues at the construction sites. • Ensure contract compliance with laid down SOP’s and correct any non compliance in a timely manner. • Conduct investigations as required by the client and write detailed reports in a timely manner of subsequent investigations. • Provide all visiting and new personnel with a detailed Security and Safety brief on arrival at the construction site. • Monitor the Security situation within my area of responsibility and advise the client of any enhancements or changes that are required according to the local threat. • Co-ordinate all site security operations at fixed construction site locations to protect clients, assets and property in Kabul, Afghanistan. • Coordinate with local officials, ANA and other agencies regarding security issues relating to their project. • Conduct inspection on all mobility, communication, firepower assets and others support equipment and materials assigned to the security department in order to ensure it is serviceable and operational. • Experience of conducting Security Training to the Construction Client on a weekly basis. • Manage access control to the project site. Show less



TNT

• Netherlands
• Freight and Package Transportation
• 700 & Above Employee

• Security Manager

  • Aug 2010 - Aug 2012

  • To prevent loss and minimise exposure to the Company’s reputation as a result of allegations or acts of bribery, fraud, theft, dishonesty, gross negligence and other areas of financial exposure or where there is an inordinate risk both internally and externally. • To investigate loss brought about by Goods In Transit (GIT) claims and pro-actively manage and reduce loss by using all available data, intelligence and information to identify trends. • To investigate breaches of company policy/procedure and instigate the appropriate disciplinary action. • Where there is sufficient evidence, report crime and instigate the arrest and prosecution of persons suspected of acts of dishonesty against the company. • To ensure TNT depots and other premises used by the company and sub-contractors are adequately protected by perimeter fences, CCTV, access controls and undertake reviews of these sites and conduct security risk assessments and make recommendations for enhancements commensurate to the risk and subject to budgetary constraints. • To conduct audits in accordance with Internal Audit and Regulatory requirements. • To deliver Security Awareness Training to all staff. • To maintain an appropriate level of liaison with management and staff in order to communicate company security and local polices and to ensure compliance of security practices and procedures through regular checks and audits.. • To protect the Company’s operations against loss of profitability in consequence of theft, damage, gross negligence and any related risks. Show less



CSC

• United States
• Information Technology & Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Security Auditor

  • May 2010 - Aug 2010

  • Develop a programme of scheduled CSC account specific, and supporting 3rd party outsourced supplier security compliance audits in line with ISO 17799 / 27001, UK government SPF, CESG Good Practice Guides & JSP 440, and contractual requirements. • Evaluation of implemented security controls, to assess whether they were adequate, and where required recommend and manage required mitigating actions. • Report to the CSC Global Security Solutions account specific Executive Team, any serious data security threats identified and provide an action plan of solutions. • Provide technical support to the Procurement and Asset Life Cycle Management departments to ensure that CSC’s response on security matters is robust enough to meet UK government, legislative and contractual requirements for existing and new business. • Provide support to the Vetting team to ensure that suppliers and partners hold suitable national government security clearance. • Provide support to the CSC account investigation team in response to incidents, ensuring that threats to both data and physical security are mitigated accordingly Show less



Intelligence Corps British Army

• Worldwide

• Security Manager

  • Jun 1985 - Mar 2010

  • Managed and controlled a team of 12 security staff which included the tasking of work priorities as well as managing their career opportunities and personal development. Conducted 6 monthly written reviews on all individuals’ performance and annual written reports that were used for their future promotion possibilities. • Conducted on behalf of CESG/GCHQ, high level SECRET presentations covering Physical, Personnel, Protective and Travel security as well as Information Technology and the associated threats to all members of the British Army deploying to Afghanistan and Iraq. • Delivered and taught, detailed security education and training to all members of the British Army and Ministry Of Defence Civilians whose job was security related. These courses were taught both within the UK and around the world. Courses taught included Site Security Officer, IT Security Officer, Personnel Vetting Officer, Contractor Vetting, Security Risk Management, Asset management and Personal Security. • Managed and controlled resources, including a team of 35 Security Operators which included their future career and personal development as well as their training. • Focal point for all security related enquiries within my area of responsibility and responsible for leading security operators to conduct site security surveys, inspections and investigations. • Produced detailed policies on the threats of Terrorism, Sabotage, Subversion and Espionage. • Produced detailed tactical and strategic security reports and presentations following site surveys and inspections in order to inform the customer of any changes to enhance existing security or construct new security architecture. Show less



De La Rue

• United Kingdom
• International Trade and Development
• 700 & Above Employee

• Security Manager

  • Nov 2009 - Feb 2010

  • Managing, conducting and writing threat assessments against De La Rue assets in Malta. • Developing and maintaining an asset register of De La Rue assets and conducting Security Risk Management Surveys. • Lead security initiatives and operations, encompassing requirements for cross border and country transfers of SECRET information. • Developed a programme of scheduled company wide internal and external security reviews in line with JSP 440, ISO 27001 and Security Policy Framework. • Conduct investigations and interviews following security incidents and breaches to identify and make observations and recommendations to improve the Physical and Protective security of all the companies’ assets. • Provided Security advice and guidance on Physical security work being undertaken at a number of De La Rue sites in order to enhance security. • Wrote detailed security guidelines and procedures in order to protect the company’s assets. Show less