Security Manager

Key Responsibilities​

Security Strategy & Policy

• Develop and Implement: Design, implement, and maintain rigorous physical and procedural security policies and protocols that align with industry best practices.

• Maintain security policies, procedures, manuals, layouts and post instructions, ensuring they are current, approved, and effectively implemented.  

• Maintain and continuously update the Security Manual, ensuring it reflects the security requirements.

• Maintain an up-to-date Security Plan including site layout, sensitive areas, access points, security equipment, and emergency response protocols.

• Conduct regular reviews to ensure Skanem’s security program meets regulatory, customer, and industry (including ISO 14298) standards.

• Audit and Compliance: Prepare for and manage all internal, external, and client-led security audits and inspections. Ensure 100% compliance with all relevant international, and local security regulations. Present security audit findings, performance metrics, and corrective action plans directly to top management.

Operational & Physical Security

• Access Control: Manage sophisticated access control systems (biometrics, key card systems) for highly restricted areas.

• Surveillance: Oversee the functionality, monitoring, and maintenance of all electronic security systems, including CCTV, intrusion detection, fire alarms, and inventory tracking systems, ensuring continuous operation and secure storage of footage/data.

• Materials Security (Chain of Custody): Implement and monitor strict procedures for the custody, transfer, inventory, and secure destruction of security-relevant materials, including pre-products, final printed products, defective sheets, printing plates, and waste paper.

• Incident Response: Develop and lead the response to all security incidents, including breaches, theft, unauthorized access, or loss of sensitive materials, and conduct thorough internal investigations.

• Develop, coordinate, and implement the Security Operations Plan covering security personnel deployment, shift structures, patrol routes, response protocols, and control room duties.

• Manage the entire guard force, including recruitment, training, performance evaluations, deployment optimisation, and discipline.

• Coordinate and oversee all security service providers, including:

• Emergency responders (fire, medical, police as relevant)

• Alarm monitoring companies

• Perimeter/security technology service providers

• Outsourced guard services etc

• Ensure service level agreements (SLAs) for security service providers are in place, monitored, and reviewed regularly.

• Maintain an up-to-date contact network for emergency and critical response support.

• Ensure that all internal and external security resources are integrated into the Security Plan and aligned to the organisation’s risk profile.

Risk Management

• Conduct periodic security risk assessment and discuss the mitigation strategies with the management and other stakeholders.

• Recommend technological or procedural upgrades to improve security effectiveness.

• Implement proactive measures to prevent security breaches and ensure organizational resilience.

Security Incident Management

• Identify and address security incidents through observation (Gemba walk), Review of Surveillance and Control Room Reports, Alarm notifications, etc.

• Activate response to incidents as per the incident management policy and procedure.

• Conduct security investigations by following the laid down process.

• Timely distribution of investigation reports as per approved security incident management process.

Material, Component, Product & Waste Security

• Monitor storage, production, dispatch, and waste areas to ensure integrity and compliance with security requirements.

• Maintain and oversee CCTV, alarms, and access control and other security systems in for all security zone classifications.

• Conduct regular inspections to detect breaches, theft, or tampering.

• Ensure materials, pre-press items, components, products, and waste are handled only by authorized personnel and following the set processes.

• Respond promptly to incidents and maintain records for follow-up and improvement.

Security Audits and Compliance

• Maintain, review, and update security policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to handling, storage, and movement of materials, pre-press items, components, products, and waste.

• Conduct regular audits to ensure all activities adhere to established security procedures and policies.

• Verify reconciliation between operational records (from production, stores, and logistics) and security observations to detect discrepancies.

• Document findings and recommend improvements to top management, ensuring corrective and preventive actions are implemented effectively.

• Continuously monitor and refine security practices to maintain compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.

 Security Awareness and Training

• Develop and implement a comprehensive staff security awareness program in liaison with HR and ensure that the effectiveness of the training is evaluated.

• Conduct awareness training for staff, contractors, and security guards on security protocols, responsibilities, and emergency procedures.

• Ensure background verification of the security personnel before deployment, and periodic performance evaluation while deployed.

• Conduct drills, simulations, and awareness campaigns to reinforce vigilance, accountability, and a culture of security.

• Integrate security training into onboarding programs, refresher courses, and performance assessments across the organization.

Emergency and Response Planning:

• Develop and implement emergency response and business continuity plans for all security operations.

• Identify security risks, including theft, sabotage, or breaches, and establish response protocols.

• Ensure continuity of security resources, including personnel, surveillance, alarms, and access control during disruptions.

• Conduct drills and simulations to test and improve security preparedness.

• Maintain communication and coordination with internal security teams and relevant authorities.

Security Cost Optimization

• Optimize security budgets while maintaining effective protection of personnel, assets, and information.

• Monitor and manage costs for security personnel, systems, and services.

• Identify efficiency improvements and cost-saving opportunities without compromising security standards.

• Evaluate the performance and cost-effectiveness of internal teams and external providers.

Personnel & Leadership

• Team Management: Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise the in-house security team and/or contracted security personnel, ensuring they are fully competent and compliant with all security protocols.

• Security Culture: Foster a strong, proactive security-conscious culture among all employees, contractors, and visitors through regular mandatory training and awareness programs focused on the specific threats faced by a security printer.

• Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary security liaison with local and national law enforcement agencies, intelligence services, government regulatory bodies, and high-value clients.