Security Executive

Summary

The Security Executive supports the Assistant Security Manager and the Head of Safety, Security, and

Compliance in day-to-day operations.

Reporting to the Assistant Security Manager, he/she will work closely with all departments in the

company, including outsourced security vendors. He/she will assist the Assistant Security Manager in

ensuring that aviation security measures are met.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in ensuring dnata adheres to APD Security Directives.

• Manage access control systems and processes.

• Conduct investigations into security breaches and incidents.

• Assist in reviewing and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to meet regulatory requirements.

• Assist in conducting security risk assessments to identify and address key risk areas.

• Enforce a security culture through engagement with business units.

• Identify and escalate breaches or concerns related to security, procedures, or systems.

• Issue staff passes and access rights for employees and contractors; ensure timely revocation and retrieval of passes upon resignation, and manage the secure disposal of access credentials.

• Support security incident response in the absence of the Assistant Security Manager.

• Oversee dnata Security Systems, including CCTV, EM Locks, drop arm barriers, and intrusion alarm systems.

• Issue parking decals for dnata staff and contractors; ensure accurate data submission to the finance department on a monthly basis for billing purposes.

• Assist in preparing and presenting security reports as needed.

• Conduct regular security checks and audits.

• Ensure 24/7 shift security deployment coverage across Catering, Cargo, and the

Maintenance Base.

• Oversee 24/7 shift security coverage for all dnata contracted flights, including standard and non-standard services.

• Assist with airline/regulatory security audits of dnata operations.

• Address security findings from audits by ensuring timely closure of issues and integrating resolutions into operational processes and policies to enhance overall security effectiveness.

• Assist in developing and reviewing dnata’s Business Continuity Management Manual.

• Participate in emergency exercises organized by external stakeholders.

• Assist in developing and maintaining a training framework for staff on emergency response and business continuity.

• Assist in executing business continuity and resilience awareness initiatives.

• Assist in reviewing and updating corporate crisis plans and policies.

• Execute incident management plans for coordinated crisis response.

• Assist with additional duties as required.

Requirements

• Minimally attained Diploma/NITEC from a recognized tertiary institution

• Preferably with minimum 2 years’ experience with security policy work.

• Crisis Management & Business Continuity Management experience is appreciated

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications; Excel, Word, PowerPoint

• Preferably with Aviation background

• Preferably possess Class 3 driving license and be able to attain Airfield Driving Permit (ADP