Job Description

The Vertical Security Head will lead and govern the end-to-end security function across all Adani Defence & Aerospace businesses, manufacturing facilities, R&D; centres, testing ranges, warehouses, corporate offices, and project locations across India. The role is responsible for establishing a unified security framework covering physical security, industrial security, personnel security, investigations, crisis management, intelligence gathering, business continuity, and regulatory compliance to safeguard the organization's people, assets, information, and operations.

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The incumbent will act as the apex security authority for the Defence & Aerospace vertical and provide strategic direction to Site Security Heads and security teams across all locations.

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Key Responsibilities

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Security Operations & Governance

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- Develop and implement enterprise-wide security policies, procedures, and standards.
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- Establish security governance frameworks across all Defence & Aerospace locations.
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- Review and strengthen security infrastructure, manpower deployment, and operating procedures.
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- Conduct periodic security audits, vulnerability assessments, and compliance reviews.
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Physical & Industrial Security

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- Ensure effective protection of manufacturing facilities, warehouses, testing ranges, R&D; centers, and corporate offices.
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- Oversee access control systems, surveillance networks, perimeter security, and visitor management.
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- Monitor security risks associated with critical infrastructure and sensitive assets.
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- Ensure compliance with industrial security protocols and defence sector requirements.
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Risk Assessment & Intelligence

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- Carry out threat assessments and risk mitigation planning.
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- Develop intelligence networks for proactive identification of security threats.
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- Monitor internal and external security risks impacting business operations.
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- Lead investigations related to theft, fraud, misconduct, sabotage, and security breaches.
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Crisis Management & Emergency Response

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- Develop crisis response plans, emergency preparedness frameworks, and business continuity measures.
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- Lead incident response during emergencies, including natural disasters, industrial accidents, protests, and security threats.
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- Coordinate with local administration, law enforcement agencies, intelligence agencies, and defence establishments.
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Regulatory Compliance

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- Ensure compliance with government regulations, industrial security requirements, and corporate security standards.
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- Liaise with government authorities, armed forces, police departments, and regulatory agencies.
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- Support security-related approvals, certifications, and inspections.
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Security Technology & Innovation

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- Implement advanced security technologies, including AI-enabled surveillance systems, access management systems, and integrated command centers.
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- Drive digital transformation initiatives within the security function.
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- Monitor emerging threats and recommend technology upgrades.
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Team Leadership

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- Lead and mentor site security heads and security teams across locations.
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- Develop security training programs and awareness initiatives.
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- Establish performance standards and service level agreements for security operations.
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Preferred Background

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- Retired Colonel / Brigadier / Group Captain / Commodore / Senior IPS Officer / CAPF Officer.
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- Experience in Defence Manufacturing, Aerospace, Homeland Security, Strategic Infrastructure, or Critical Asset Protection.
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Adani Defence & Aerospace is an equal chance employer committed to building a secure, resilient, and high-performance organization.

📌 Vertical Security Head (Kanpur)
🏢 Adani Defence and Aerospace
📍 Kanpur