Head, Physical Security Conformance and Systems

Standard Bank of South Africa Limited • Other • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa • $200 - $300 / year • 11h ago

Head, Physical Security Conformance and Systems

Job Overview

Business Segment: Group Functions

To lead the Physical Security Systems and Conformance Function within Real Estate Services to establish and maintain the standards of Physical Security equipment, procedures, policies and specifications throughout the Standard Bank Group in order to ensure the safety and security of clients, staff, physical assets and operations across all jurisdictions.

Qualifications

A degree in Business Commerce, Generic Management, Security Management is required.

Experience:

The job requires an experienced individual with extensive experience in physical security systems, engineering, and consulting, coupled with a proven track record in senior and strategic leadership roles. Proven experience in developing and implementing physical security policies, procedures and standards across multiple jurisdictions.
8 to 10 years of experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Establish and implement comprehensive standards for physical security equipment, procedures, policies and specifications to ensure compliance throughout the SBG and its jurisdictions to ensure consistency with the SBG's risk appetite, regulatory requirements and industry best practices, as well as proposing enhancements as and where needed.
Provide subject matter expertise and guidance as it relates to security systems including access controls, burglar alarms, fire alarms, surveillance cameras and other security devices in order to optimise the safety and security of clients, staff, physical assets and operations across all jurisdictions.
Lead the Systems and Conformance team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement within the team by providing guidance, training and performance evaluations. Set clear goals and expectations within the team, together with providing clear and regular feedback and recognition and facilitate the growth and development of all team members.
Establish and lead collaboration and partnerships with cross-functional teams to develop, document and update security policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure alignment to regulatory requirements and world best practices.
Actively contribute to the development and execution of the Physical Security Strategy, roadmap and projects as well as integrating and optimising the Physical Security systems and processes.
Communicate effectively and proactively with all stakeholders, providing relevant information, updates and reports on physical security standards, systems and performance to enable effective decision-making. Solicit reports and incorporate feedback from stakeholders to enhance the quality of Physical Security Solutions across the Standard Bank Group.

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