Sr. Manager

Job Description Responsibilities Security Strategy - Contribute to business Security strategy and Security roadmap by providing zonal perspective as per Site Security Plan. - Align the zonal security strategy with the group policy - Lead strategic initiatives aligned to business requirements at the zone / plant level; Institutionalize operational excellence initiatives for the zone Security Budgeting - Plan, prepare and monitor security budget including Capex and Opex; Finalise the budget with Vertical Security Head and get sanction on the same - Monitor adherence to budgets and consult with Vertical Security Head in case of budget shortage/ overruns Governance - Conduct timely reviews of all on-going strategic initiatives at the zone - Participate in governance council meetings to suggest improvements and discuss pressing issues with key stakeholders Security Risk Management & Audit Intelligence & Vigilance - Cultivate reliable sources of information with key decision makers in administrative bodies, police, local community and media to gather intelligence - Monitor and analyze daily local, national, and international news that might impact the organization or the zone - Analyze the gathered intelligence, foresee risks, and develop mitigation plans - Monitor the vigilance level of the zone Security operations and drive alertness at all times Security Risk Assessment - Conduct security risk assessment and implement mitigation measures in consultation with Vertical Security Head to counter threats and vulnerabilities - Identify vulnerabilities and gaps in the established Security infrastructure, operations, systems, technologies of the zone. Priorities the gap and closed it within timeline. - Assess the varied Security threat scenarios including product theft, vandalism, acts of terror, pilferage, assault, unauthorized access facing the zone - Review the SRA report and ensure mitigation measures are put in place as per the findings Security Audits - Facilitate internal or third-party security audits and conduct timely checks to ensure reliability of Security management system and submit report of audit findings to the Corporate Team - Review the Security audit report, analyze findings and conduct dialogue with the concerned stakeholders for action planning and resolution; Ensure prompt closure of open audit findings Crisis & Incident Management - Design ERCP (Emergency response and control plan) plans for crises/ emergencies/ incidents, to ensure business continuity and quick business recovery at the zone. - Lead the implementation of the response plan during the crises/ emergencies/ incidents and escalate to the management timely. - Supervise efficient selection and training of staff for QRT (Quick Reaction Team) - Revamp the response plans basis key learnings from incidents, to improve the business readiness to face crises and emergencies Security Operations Management and Review - Monitor zone operations and ensure adherence to established SOPs and SOGs. - Analyse the MIS reports generated and publish reports on a weekly basis to the Zone CEO and VSH - Create security awareness and training programs for employees and community, along with the Zone CEO Security Control Room Operations - Oversee end-to-end operations of Zone Security Control Room; Lead maintenance and upgradation initiatives for the Control Room - Monitor the operations of the Control Room and ensure proper integration with the National Security Control Room - Ensure the escalation of all incident and report of the group as per the Matrix Patrolling & Surveillance - Oversee the patrolling procedures of the zone and manage exceptions - Periodically check the data from CCTVs, sensors, and other such automation equipment to ensure operational vigilance Man & Vehicle Access Control - Oversee the end-to-end operations of Access Control and ensure process adherence; Manage deviations - Oversee the end-to-end process of visitor access card management through the applicable systems Business Traffic Management - Oversee the business traffic and material movement operations to ensure authorization and authenticity checks are conducted as per SOPs - Study the critical traffic blockages and suggest methods for improvement - Oversee the end-to-end operations of traffic management to ensure adherence to established traffic rules Investigation & Due Diligence - Conduct investigation of Security incidents including frauds, crimes, theft, pilferage, vandalizing and set in motion remedial measures - Prepare and share investigation reports with BU team on investigations of critical incidents Protection - Drive the Security systems, processes, and operations to ensure round the clock protection to both the tangible and intangible assets as per the concept of ring security. - Conduct security events as per the annual security plan and ensure proper security detailing is in place - Channelize and coordinate traffic management to ensure least impacted route continuity for the logistics flow - Ensure the zone/road survey conducted and then plan for Overweight and Over Dimensional Consignment Performance Improvement - Define the performance metrics for evaluating Zone Security domain and finalize with the Business Security Head; Lead performance review of Zone Security - Identify process gaps in the Zone Security processes and lead process excellence initiatives to address the process gaps and drive efficiency - Drive the team to champion process improvements and establish ownership of action plans at appropriate points within Zone Security Outsourced Manpower Management - Monitor and review the outsourced staff strength and accordingly conduct recruitment - Oversee and evaluate performance of the third-party security personnel services provider ensuring the deployed personnel are as per the defined parameters - Engage periodically with the outsourced security employees to cater for their welfare - Ensure the deployment of OMPs as per the work breakdown structure (WBS) and as their competency. People Management - Lead talent acquisition for all vacant positions at the zone and support Vertical Security Head in talent identification and selection for critical roles - Drive a performance driven culture Set goals, review performance, and provide feedback to ensure a motivated and committed team Project Management - Identify and drive projects towards creation or improvement of security technology aids (automation systems) and infrastructure augmentation as per group security guidelines and industry standards / best practices aligned to overall group security strategy - Implement and monitor efficient project management practices for timely execution and maximum RoI on identified projects - Drive integration of new projects into mainstream security operations at zone through processes and stakeholder buy in. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Business Management or other relevant field - Postgraduate degree in relevant field - Preferable to have Certifications including Certified Protection Professional (CPP) / Certified Fraud Examiners (CFE) / Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) certification/ Physical Security Professional (PSP) / Industrial Security professional certifications/ Project Management Professional (PMP) (Value Addition)