Corporate Security Officer

About the role

Etihad Airways is looking for a Corporate Security Officer in Abu Dhabi to identify, measure and advise on physical security risks so that policies, procedures and systems are implemented, monitored and followed across its facilities and properties. The role advises management on security trends and threats and coordinates physical security and related services across commercial and residential facilities, including serviced apartments, under the Manager Corporate Security.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out physical security surveys, inspections and risk assessments across commercial and residential properties, follow up agreed improvements and ensure compliance with security standards.
• Oversee and coordinate physical security services, including security guard deployment, resource allocation, contract compliance and performance management of third-party providers, and escalate service gaps and exceptions.
• Conduct crew inductions and support security guard training, development and operational readiness.
• Coordinate visitor management across facilities, check visitor registration and access permissions, and manage the parking management system.
• Monitor and report security KPIs, operational performance metrics and incident trends, including security payments.
• Identify, assess and mitigate security incidents, hazards, breaches and operational risks to protect personnel, assets and operations.
• Prepare compliance reporting and escalation processes for manager approval, track service performance and incidents, and compile reports for senior management through the manager.
• Conduct and support security investigations, prepare reports and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Review and improve security policies, procedures, post orders and security programs in line with regulatory requirements and industry best practice.
• Lead security improvement initiatives and quality assurance programs, and liaise with law enforcement, emergency services, government authorities, stakeholders and service providers.

Required profile

• Diploma level education or a Security Management diploma with specialization in physical security.
• At least 5 years of physical security experience, including 3 years in a supervisory position.

Required skills

• In-depth knowledge of corporate security procedures, information security, access control, alarms, rapid response and loss prevention.

The recruitment process involves a recorded video interview via HireVue, followed by an initial technical interview with the hiring manager, possibly with a case study, and a possible follow-up with the leadership team. Candidates are notified of their application status as soon as possible.