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Regional Security Officer - Kano
About this role
The role is for a Regional Security Officer based in Kano, employed by Moniepoint Inc. The job focuses on safeguarding people and assets across regional offices, leading security operations, managing on-ground teams, and reducing risks through proactive systems. The officer coordinates with law enforcement, handles incident investigations, and delivers training to security staff and employees. The position requires ensuring security technology and procedures are up to date, contributing to business resilience and fraud investigation when needed.
What you would do
- Lead the implementation of regional security policies to protect staff, offices and equipment.
- Conduct regular security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and design risk reduction strategies.
- Supervise and mentor security guards and armed personnel.
- Liaise with law enforcement and emergency services during emergencies.
- Lead response to security breaches and accidents with clear, factual reporting.
- Design and deliver training programmes for security personnel and employees.
- Stay updated on security trends and technology to keep operations modern.
- Provide guidance on asset recovery and fraud investigation.
- Support business resilience through expert security advice.
- Maintain documentation and reporting to ensure operational readiness.
What they are asking for
- At least 5 years' experience leading a security team in guard services or physical security, or 5 years as a supervisor in ex-commissioned service (military, police, or paramilitary).
- Bachelor's degree in Criminology, Psychology, Criminal Justice or related field.
- Recognised security certification such as CPP, PSP or CPO.
- Clean criminal record and ability to pass a comprehensive background check.
- Ability to speak local dialects of major tribes in the region.
- Experience with automated security systems (CCTV, burglary alarms, etc.).
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