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Senior Security Specialist

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Overview of the role

As a professionally trained Security Officer for G4S, you could be a member of the security team responsible for securing premises, such as building sites, courts, shops, warehouses, banks and factories as well as ports and airports. You would be conducting foot or vehicle patrols, controlling access at points of entry, securing equipment and people, responding to emergency situations, monitoring CCTV and surveillance equipment and helping to identify and prevent criminal activity.

What else could you be doing?

Site Supervisors and Operations Managers

These roles play a pivotal role in managing the teams and their activities as well as liaising with our customers.

Close Protection/Bodyguards

We employ many ex armed forces personnel in to these roles as they have hugely valuable and transferable skills.

Music/Sporting Event Stewards

These are roles that are more likely to be part time, attracting students and those who cannot commit to full time work.

Senior Security Specialist

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Job ID: 28824

Job category: Security Services

Location: India

Date posted: N/A

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Role: Uniformed Senior Security Specialist (Equivalent to Assignment Manager).

Working Hours: 48 hours/week

Payroll: Third party (Security Guarding Company)

• Supervise and manage the assigned shift, ensuring smooth security operations and adherence to protocols.

• Provide leadership and guidance to Security Specialists during routine duties and emergencies.

• Lead the first response to security and safety incidents, ensuring swift and effective action.

• Report critical incidents to the Site Security Manager and coordinate follow-up actions.

• Verify and review incident reports prepared by Security Specialists for accuracy and completeness.

• Attend to visitors and customers, addressing any security-related queries professionally.

• Ensure security and safety protocols are enforced for all employees, contractors, and guests.

• Serve as the point of contact for statutory authorities and media personnel during unplanned visits.

• Conduct regular preventive checks, including penetration testing, to identify vulnerabilities in security systems.

• Coordinate with the India RSOC (Regional Security Operations Center) for advanced threat management and incident resolution.

• Attend quarterly safety and security training sessions to stay updated on best practices and industry standards.

• Mentor junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and vigilance.

• Oversee emergency drills and ensure all personnel are familiar with evacuation and crisis management protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree / Equivalent

• 5+ years of relevant experience in security operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.

• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for incident reporting and stakeholder management.

• Analytical mindset to evaluate threats and implement preventive measures.

• Physically fit and capable of standing for extended periods and responding to emergencies.

• Proficiency in using incident management platforms (e.g., Resolver, Everbridge, or similar tools).

• Ability to operate Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) for documentation and reporting purposes.

• Knowledge of emergency protocols, including fire alarms, evacuation procedures, and medical emergency handling.

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Success Profile

It takes someone special to be Senior Security Specialist. Here are some of the qualities we're looking for in our team members:

Honesty & Integrity
Strong communication skills
Customer orientated
Teamwork
Caring
Reliable

Hear from one of our security guards

I love the variety and challenge that comes with working in Security at G4S. Every day is different, and I'm constantly learning new skills. The company provides excellent training and support, and I feel like my contributions are valued. I'm proud to be part of a team that is dedicated to keeping people and property safe.

G4S Security Officer
Australia

Career Path

Our Security Officer positions offer candidates a range of things to support the personal and professional development of our teams. There are countless examples of individuals who began their career on the front line and today hold management positions, including in our senior leadership teams.

Rewards and benefits

Our benefits vary from country to country and role to role and are designed to ensure our staff have access to the things they need to thrive both in and out of work. This includes on-the-job training, career paths to management and a range of benefits depending on locations around the world.