Domnic Lewis • Mumbai, Maharashtra • via LinkedIn

📍 Location: Mumbai

💼 Full-Time

About the Role

A fast-growing engineering and infrastructure solutions company is seeking a Chief Security Officer (CSO) to lead the development and implementation of comprehensive security strategies. This executive-level role is critical to ensuring the safety and resilience of our physical assets, plant operations, corporate offices, and remote project sites across high-risk and regulated environments.

Key Responsibilities
• Design and manage integrated physical and operational security strategies across all sites.
• Oversee access control, video surveillance, perimeter protection, and incident response planning.
• Implement robust security measures for critical infrastructure, hazardous materials, and industrial plants.
• Secure office environments, including employee safety and IP protection, integrating physical and cyber protocols.
• Develop and maintain security frameworks for remote and construction sites.
• Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analyses; implement mitigation plans.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with relevant industry standards and energy sector protocols.
• Lead and manage security audits, investigations, and real-time incident response.
• Build strong partnerships with law enforcement, regulators, and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee employee security awareness training and emergency preparedness programs.

What We’re Looking For
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Security Management, Risk Assessment, Criminal Justice, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in security leadership roles, preferably in high-risk industries (energy, infrastructure, defense, etc.).
• Deep understanding of security compliance standards and industry-specific regulations.
• Proven experience in plant security, remote site protection, and crisis management.
• Strong leadership, cross-functional communication, and decision-making skills.

Preferred Attributes
• Military or law enforcement background is a plus.
• Familiarity with industrial automation and digital security integration.
• Experience working in regulated industries like energy, utilities, or defense.