About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Chief Security Officer (CSO) to lead and oversee the organisations overall security operations. The ideal candidate will be an ex-serviceman with a minimum of 20 years of overall experience and a strong background in security management, risk assessment, crisis management, and team leadership.

The CSO will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive security strategies to safeguard employees, visitors, assets, infrastructure, and business operations while ensuring a safe and secure working environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Security Strategy & Management

- Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive security policies, procedures, and protocols across the organisation.
- Identify potential security threats and establish preventive measures to minimise risks.
- Ensure compliance with applicable security standards, organisational policies, and statutory requirements.

- Risk Assessment & Crisis Management

- Conduct regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and risk evaluations.
- Develop and implement emergency response plans, disaster management procedures, and business continuity protocols.
- Lead crisis response and coordinate appropriate action during security incidents and emergencies.

- Security Operations

- Oversee day-to-day security operations, including access control, visitor management, surveillance, and perimeter security.
- Ensure effective implementation of security systems and standard operating procedures.
- Monitor security performance and recommend improvements to strengthen operational effectiveness.

- Team Leadership & Development

- Lead, manage, and supervise a large security team, including security personnel, supervisors, and external security agencies.
- Establish transparent performance standards and ensure regular training and capability development.
- Build a culture of discipline,



accountability, vigilance, and professionalism within the security function.

- Stakeholder & Government Coordination

- Liaise with local police, government authorities, emergency services, and external security agencies.
- Coordinate investigations and incident reporting wherever required.
- Maintain effective working relationships with internal departments and senior leadership.

- Reporting & Administration

- Prepare security reports, incident summaries, risk assessments, and management updates.
- Manage security-related budgets, resources, vendor performance, and operational costs.
- Review security processes periodically and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Requirements

- Must be an ex-serviceman with a minimum of 20 years of overall professional experience.
- Proven experience in a senior security leadership or security management role, preferably in a large corporate organisation.
- Strong expertise in security operations, risk assessment, crisis management, and emergency response.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and supervise large security teams.
- Experience in developing security policies, standard operating procedures, and emergency preparedness plans.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong leadership qualities, discipline, integrity, and the ability to handle high-pressure situations.
- Experience coordinating with police, government authorities, and external security agencies.
- Must be based in Gurgaon or currently residing in Gurgaon.

Preferred Profile

- Retired or ex-serviceman from the Indian Army, Navy, or Air Force.
- Candidates with experience in corporate security, industrial security, infrastructure security, or large-scale facility management will be preferred.
- Prior experience handling security operations for a large workforce, multiple facilities, or high-value assets will be an advantage.

📌 Chief Security Officer (Gurugram)
🏢 WOW Softech
📍 Gurugram