Global Security Specialist

We are seeking an experienced Global Security Specialist to support security operations across the Middle East & Africa (MEA) region.

This is an initial 12 month contact, with potential to go permanent long term with a fortune 100 global defence business, offering the chance to join a leading global organization and contribute to regional security, crisis management, and business resilience initiatives across multiple countries.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in monitoring regional security developments, conducting risk assessments, supporting investigations, and enhancing security programs throughout the MEA region.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for security-related matters across the MEA region.
• Conduct site security inspections, assessments, reviews, and security awareness training activities.
• Monitor and assess regional security threats, geopolitical developments, and emerging risks.
• Support security investigations and provide risk-based recommendations.
• Perform security assessments and audits across multiple locations.
• Provide security support for executive travel, major events, exhibitions, and trade shows when required.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to enhance physical security programs and emergency response capabilities.
• Support crisis management and business resilience activities across the region.
• Undertake additional security-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Experience within Corporate Security, Risk Management, Intelligence, Defence, Military, Government, Law Enforcement, or a related security environment.
• Proven experience conducting threat and risk assessments using a risk-based methodology.
• Strong understanding of geopolitical, security, and operational risks affecting the Middle East & Africa region.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a global team environment.
• Flexibility to respond to security-related incidents outside normal business hours when required.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing physical security programs and systems.
• Familiarity with Access Control Systems, CCTV platforms, and Intrusion Detection Systems.
• Experience supporting crisis management, emergency response, business continuity, or resilience programs.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Security Studies, Intelligence, International Relations, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
• Previous experience supporting security operations across the Middle East & Africa region.
• Industry certifications such as CPP, PSP, PCI, CSMP, or equivalent are advantageous.