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Strategic Security Director

Posted 15 days ago

OfficeMexico City, Mexico City, MexicoEX

The Strategic Security Director will be responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing the company’s comprehensive security strategy. This is a high-visibility role within the organization and requires direct and continuous interaction with ownership members and their strategic partners. The primary mission is to ensure the protection of people, assets, and facilities.

Requirements

  • Ensure compliance with regulations and processes required by the Ministry of Labor and other public authorities.
  • Develop, update, and implement the company’s Master Security Plan.
  • Define corporate security policies, protocols, and standards.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate operational, physical, and strategic risks.
  • Conduct periodic vulnerability assessments and propose continuous improvements.
  • Oversee CCTV systems, access control, and physical security across all facilities.
  • Ensure the efficient operation of monitoring centers and security personnel.
  • Develop and lead crisis preparedness and response plans.
  • Coordinate communication and recovery actions following incidents.
  • Design strategies to prevent asset loss.
  • Lead internal investigations related to fraud or other irregularities.
  • Evaluate and implement emerging technologies to strengthen the security ecosystem.
  • Oversee technological infrastructure for protection and monitoring.
  • Coordinate Civil Protection programs and training for brigades, guards, employees, and executives.
  • Ensure regular drills and training exercises.
  • Evaluate, select, and oversee security service providers.
  • Ensure contractual compliance and high performance standards.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Criminology, International Relations, or a related field.
  • Strong capability in diagnostics, anticipation, and strategic execution, with openness to change and development of new protocols.
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in the security sector and at least 5 years in leadership or equivalent positions.
  • Key competencies: emotional intelligence, crisis management, and team leadership.

Job details
Workplace
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Location
Mexico City, Mexico City, Mexico
Experience
EX
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Control Risks is the specialist global risk consultancy that helps organisations succeed in a volatile world. Find out more.

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