Chief Security Officer (CSO) at DAG Industries Nigeria Limited

We provide the most popular range of Bajaj motorcycles, Bajaj tricycles, Bajaj genuine spares, MRF tyres, DAG lubricants and unfaltering after sales service. Backed by its untiring team of professional and trained technicians, authorized service stations and its own service center, DAG has been instrumental in developing Nigeria through building infrastructure and creating jobs thereby providing a livelihood for the common people in Nigeria. We at DAG are committed to provide genuine spare parts, accessories, and a never failing support to its customers and business associates.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Security Officer

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Manufacturing
Reports To: Plant Head
Working Hours: Mon -Sat (8am-6pm)

Job Summary

• The Chief Security Officer (CSO) is responsible for developing and implementing security policies, protocols, and procedures to safeguard the company's physical and human assets.
• With a strong military background and proven experience in the manufacturing sector, the CSO will lead all security operations, ensuring a secure working environment across all plant and facility locations.

Key Responsibilities
Security Strategy and Planning:

• Develop and oversee the implementation of comprehensive security policies and procedures for the manufacturing plant.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and security audits of all facilities and assets.
• Design crisis and emergency response plans tailored to a manufacturing environment.

Compliance and Regulatory Adherence:

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal security regulations.
• Maintain accurate logs and security documentation in line with industry standards.
• Implement safety and loss prevention policies aligned with manufacturing operations.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Work closely with HR, production, logistics, and facility teams to align security with business operations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external security agencies and regulatory bodies.

Personnel and Team Leadership:

• Lead, train, and supervise security personnel, ensuring discipline and readiness.
• Organize security drills and simulations.
• Assign security duties and conduct regular performance evaluations.

Physical Security Management:

• Ensure protection of manufacturing plants, warehouses, raw materials, and finished goods.
• Implement access control measures (e.g., ID cards, CCTV, patrol systems).
• Monitor perimeter fencing, gates, and loading zones to prevent unauthorized access.

Incident Management:

• Investigate and report all incidents, breaches, or suspicious activities.
• Liaise with law enforcement, military, and emergency response units as needed.
• Oversee proper documentation of security-related events and corrective measures.

Key Requirements

• Military background (e.g., retired officer from the Army, Navy, Air Force, or Police).
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in a security leadership role, including 5+ years in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Experience managing large security teams across multiple sites.
• Proven ability to manage crises and respond effectively under pressure.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Proficient in using modern surveillance systems (CCTV, biometric access, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of security and safety protocols, access control systems, and emergency response planning.

Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminology, Security Studies, Industrial Safety, or related field (an advantage).
• Professional certifications in security management
• Military training in leadership, intelligence, and operations (mandatory).

Preferred Personal Attributes:

• Highly disciplined and principled.
• Physically fit and mentally alert.
• Ethical, confidential, and trustworthy.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to risk management.

Salary
N500,000 - N700,000 per month. 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Application Deadline  12th August, 2025.