Dec 10, 2020

West Africa Security Manager

Recruiter: Baker Hughes
Location Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria 


West Africa Security Manager

(Countries in Scope – Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, Chad, Republic of Congo, Ivory Coast, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Mauritania, Senegal and Others as required from time to time)



Would you like to ensure the security of our global organisation?

Would you like to oversee our risk assessments and implement solutions?


Join our Enterprise Security Team

Our Security team's greatest responsibility is the protection of our people, our workplaces, our communities and the continuity of our business. We think strategically, execute programs locally and build resilience globally. As a team we work holistically, to mitigate and manage complex risks through the delivery of proactive risk-based mitigation measures and effective security solutions.


Lead a team that keeps us safe and secure

As the West Africa Security Manager, you will be the focal point for advice on security matters across all business and operating activities in West Africa. You will monitor the delivery of our services and identify areas of risk to help strengthen our organisation. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust security programs and alignment with the risk profile across the region.


As West Africa Security Manager, you will be responsible for:

Developing a risk-based country security program by conducting regular threat and risk-assessments to identify and implement cost-effective security mitigation solutions
Overseeing and participating in audits of vendors, contractors, customers and facilities to identify risks and follow-up mitigation plans
Ensuring all security incidents are reported, investigated and reviewed to ensure timely resolution
Providing technical expertise to customer security requirements during the tender process evaluation
Ensuring appropriate crisis management and security awareness training needs are identified to deliver the relevant specific programs and training to our business
Performing and facilitating security assessments and emergency response drills to review, document and implement additional risk controls


Fuel your passion


To be successful in this role you will:

Have a Bachelors degree in a related field
Have at least 12 years experience in the domain of security, physical and threat assessment
Show a good understanding of security technology and knowledge of current security issues and related laws
Demonstrate good written, verbal and presentation skills including communicating in difficult situations with tact and diplomacy
Have experience in conducting investigations into asset loss, thefts, criminal misconduct, intellectual property theft and serious violations of policy
Experience in developing and enhancing security programs
Display an aptitude for building and maintaining trusted relationships within a global-matrix environment
Demonstrate good analytical and computer skills
Have a valid NYSC discharge or exemption certificate (please indicate clearly on your resume)


Work in a way that works for you


We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:

This role is pivotal to the security and the safety of our workforce, operations and locations. There is an ability to work from home when not on-site or travelling for business reasons
This role may require working at locations across the world


Working with us


Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.


Working for you


Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace challenge with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:

Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
Comprehensive private medical care options
Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
Tailored financial programs
Additional elected or voluntary benefits


About Us


With operations in over 120 countries, we provide better solutions for our customers and richer opportunities for our people. As a leading partner to the energy industry, we’re committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 and we’re always looking for the right people to help us get there. People who are as passionate as we are about making energy safer, cleaner and more efficient.


Join Us


Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company with a global reach and exciting services and clients? Come join us and grow with a team of people who will challenge and inspire you!
About Us:
With operations in over 120 countries, we provide better solutions for our customers and richer opportunities for our people. As a leading partner to the energy industry, we’re committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 and we’re always looking for the right people to help us get there. People who are as passionate as we are about making energy safer, cleaner and more efficient.
Join Us:
Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let’s come together and take energy forward.

Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.Apply Now

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