We are looking for an experienced Security Officer preferably based in Kyiv or in Vinnytsia, with the ability to travel within Ukraine to join a Security & Safety function operating as part of a Global Operations Management structure. The core purpose of this function is to protect people, property, assets, and information by identifying and reducing risk to the business.
In this role, you will take ownership of risk management – safeguarding personnel, physical assets, premises, and sensitive information. You will be expected to identify and assess business risks, measure their potential impact, and propose practical, cost-effective solutions to minimise them.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute effective strategies to assess and mitigate risk, manage crises and incidents, maintain operational continuity, and safeguard the organisation, in line with direction from the Global Security Office (GSO);
Manage and control physical access, including the granting and administration of access rights;
Protect staff, assets, premises, and information across all sites;
Challenge the status quo and actively contribute to both regional and local security initiatives;
Ensure the delivery of physical security training for staff and employees;
Guarantee the successful and timely management of any project requiring security involvement;
Handle group-level reporting and maintain strong internal relationships;
Respond to security-related requests (access granting and similar), providing a dedicated, responsive service and taking appropriate action to resolve them;
Address and resolve site-specific security issues;
Manage key relationships with external vendors and third parties involved in security operations, and coordinate closely with the Legal and Cyber Security functions.
Knowledge, Experience & Qualifications
Solid knowledge of the security and safety industry and effective crime and risk management practices, gained through professional experience and relevant qualifications; Alternatively, vast experience in project management will be accepted as well.
Good command of English (a recognised certificate confirming your English proficiency level will be an advantage);
Strong attention to detail and the ability to perform under pressure;
Confident, independent decision-making — including the ability to act effectively with limited information;
Technical knowledge of CCTV, access control, fire, and intruder alarm systems (fundamental security systems knowledge);
A proactive mindset and a genuine willingness to take initiative;
Ability to work and cooperate closely with all business lines and functions, providing full support in mitigating risk across the organisation.
