Job Description: Chief Security Officer (CSO)

Location : Integrated Steel Plant Reporting To : Plant Head / Director (Operations) / Management

Purpose of the Role

The Chief Security Officer is responsible for planning, implementing, and managing comprehensive security operations for the Integrated Steel Plant, ensuring protection of personnel, assets, materials, infrastructure, and information, while maintaining compliance with statutory and corporate security requirements.

Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic & Operational Security

- Develop, implement, and monitor plant-wide security policies, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Ensure round-the-clock security coverage of plant premises, township (if applicable), mines, warehouses, and critical installations.
- Conduct periodic security risk assessments and implement mitigation measures.
- Oversee access control systems, surveillance (CCTV), perimeter security, and intrusion detection systems.

Manpower & Administration

- Lead, supervise, and discipline in-house and outsourced security personnel.
- Manage deployment, duty rosters, training, performance evaluation, and compliance of security staff.
- Coordinate with external security agencies and ensure adherence to contractual obligations.

Coordination & Liaison

- Act as the primary liaison with local police, district administration, intelligence agencies, fire services, and emergency response authorities.
- Handle law & order issues, theft, pilferage, trespassing, sabotage, and labor-related security concerns.

Crisis & Emergency Management

- Prepare and execute emergency response plans for industrial incidents, fire, natural disasters, sabotage, and civil disturbances.




- Lead crisis management during emergencies and conduct mock drills periodically in coordination with safety and fire departments.

Compliance & Investigations

- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements related to industrial security, safety, and labor laws.
- Investigate security breaches, incidents, and losses; prepare reports and recommend corrective actions.
- Maintain security documentation, incident logs, and MIS reports for management review.

Asset & Loss Prevention

- Prevent theft, material pilferage, and unauthorized movement of men and materials.
- Oversee gate operations, weighbridge security, material movement tracking, and contractor compliance.

Qualifications & Experience

- Graduate from a recognized university (Post-graduation preferred).
- Retired senior officers from Armed Forces / Central Armed Police Forces / State Police , or
- Minimum 8-10 years of experience in industrial security, preferably in integrated steel plants, power plants, or large manufacturing units .
- Experience in managing large security teams and outsourced agencies is essential.

Key Skills & Competencies

- Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
- Excellent coordination and communication skills
- Crisis management and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of industrial security systems and statutory regulations
- High integrity, discipline, and skilled ethics

Age & Tenure

- Preferably below 55 years :

- Contractual appointment (tenure as per company policy)

Remuneration

- Compensation shall be commensurate with qualifications and experience , as per company norms.

Pay: Up to ₹40,000.00 per month

Advantages :

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Food provided

Work Location: In person

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