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We are currently seeking a high caliber professional to join our team as a Head of Protective Security Hong Kong & Macau.
Role Purpose
Protective Security (PS) is responsible for the protection of our people, buildings, and assets.
This is achieved by deploying physical & electronic countermeasures to minimise the risk.
PS also work closely with internal stakeholders, partner vendors, intelligence agencies and law enforcement to monitor and respond to the changing threat landscape.
This position manages the delivery of the Global PS strategy for Hong Kong (HK) & Macau, the day to day running of the Market PS team (e.g.
FRP, people development, Capex/project delivery, 3rd party management), operational activity (e.g.
Security Control Room, Security Technology, Business Travel Security, Event Security, Security Personnel, Risk Assessments, Close Protection, Security training & awareness), and the response to any major incident (e.g.
First line of defence Control Owner, the job holder ensures PS controls for HK & Macau operate in alignment with Global Guidance, local legal/regulatory requirements and remain operationally effective.
The base location for this role is Hong Kong.
Principal Accountabilities: Key activities & decision making areas
Accountable for the oversight and execution of all Protective Security owned controls and control monitoring in the Market.
Provide leadership and support for the Market team.
Oversee the management of all identified risks, issues (self-identified, 2LOD and audit points) ensuring mitigating actions are i...
Experience: Director level
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Requirements
Accountable for the oversight and execution of all Protective Security owned controls and control monitoring in the Market.
Provide leadership and support for the Market team.
Oversee the management of all identified risks, issues (self-identified, 2LOD and audit points) ensuring mitigating actions are implemented to agreed target dates.
Ensure all incidents are managed in line with procedures, escalated to Head of PS Asia & Middle East (AME), that the risk owner is supported and that communication with all interested parties is maintained throughout.
Ensure Risk Owners have sufficient support, advice and counsel during a major incident
Provide Market input into the Regional & Global initiates and requirements.
Responsible for Market reporting
Oversee any operational and business requirements for the Market
Incident Management: Ensure all incidents are managed in line with procedures & escalated to Head of PS AME, that the risk owner is supported and that communication with all interested parties is maintained throughout. Travel to other PS markets if required. Incidents and threats are monitored and tracked. Oversee all large-scale events that require additional security requirements to protect the bank’s personnel.
Business Travel Security: Support international staff travelling into the Market in the event of incident. Manage real time travel restrictions. Monitor Control Risk/ISOS travel & market alerts & escalate/action as appropriate. Point of contact for ISOS referrals.
PSRA’s: Ensure completion within agreed timeframe. Review findings and provide SME input.
Access Control: Ensure completion of Pen tests within agreed timeframe. Consistent framework in place for delivery and documentation. In situ Security personnel are commensurate to the risk of the building/market. Access control measures in place. Staff awareness is embedded within the portfolio to prevent tailgating and unauthorised access.
Intrusion Detection and Surveillance: Ensure systems are designed and operated effectively to deter, detect, assess and respond to security threats.
Ensure there is a strong security awareness culture throughout the Market.
Maintain senior leadership relationships with Market CEO, COO and Business Heads.
Develop trusted relationship with PS Heads within AME through active contribution and engagement.
Manage the ISOS vendor relationship for the Market.
Group PS: Maintain strong relationships with Global Head of PS and group colleagues & act as dedicated point of contact for any requests.
Law Enforcement & Industry Partners: Maintain active relationships with law enforcement, other relevant agencies and industry partners.
Third Party Vendors: Manage contracts in line with the Banks strategic standards, complying with TPEM policy requirements
