Director Security (UAE National)

Overview

Role Overview

Security Leadership & Governance

• Develop and implement organization-wide security strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Establish a strong culture of security awareness and accountability.
• Advise senior leadership on security risks and mitigation measures.

Corporate & Operational Security

• Oversee security operations across offices, facilities, projects, and communities.
• Manage security service providers and on-site security teams.
• Conduct security audits, inspections, and vulnerability assessments.

Risk Management & Investigations

• Support fraud prevention, security investigations, and risk mitigation initiatives.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders on security-related incidents and investigations.
• Implement confidential reporting mechanisms for security concerns and misconduct.

Incident & Crisis Management

• Lead security response during emergencies and critical incidents.
• Develop and maintain crisis management and business continuity plans.
• Ensure emergency preparedness protocols are regularly tested and updated.

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure compliance with security standards.
• Liaise with government authorities, law enforcement agencies, and external security partners when required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Security Management, Risk Management, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certifications in Security, Investigations, Risk Management, or Fraud Prevention are preferred.
• 10–15 years of experience in corporate security, investigations, enterprise risk, or security leadership roles.
• Experience in Real Estate, Property Development, Hospitality, Large Communities, or diversified business groups is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of security operations, investigations, crisis management, and risk governance.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.