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Head of Physical Security

Egypt, Cairo, New Cairo · Job Posted March 05, 2026
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Develop and execute the bank's comprehensive Physical Security Strategy and policy framework from the establishment phase onward. Oversee the design, procurement, and deployment of all physical security systems (CCTV, access control, alarms, fire suppression, perimeter control) for all corporate and technical facilities. Establish and manage security operations center (SOC) protocols for monitoring, dispatch, and response to physical threats, emergencies, and intrusions. Coordinate with external security providers and law enforcement agencies in Cairo/Egypt as required for investigations and incident response. Manage personnel security measures, including employee safety programs, visitor management, and executive protection protocols. Conduct regular physical security risk assessments and vulnerability tests of all bank locations, including data centers and infrastructure facilities. Ensure strict compliance with local Egyptian security standards, labor laws related to safety, and CBE requirements regarding physical protection of bank assets and premises. Oversee the integration of physical security protocols with Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and Disaster Recovery (DR) procedures. Manage the security budget, vendor relationships, and maintenance of all physical security hardware and software. Lead and manage the physical security team and/or contracted security staff.

Job Responsibility

  • Develop and execute the bank's comprehensive Physical Security Strategy and policy framework from the establishment phase onward
  • Oversee the design, procurement, and deployment of all physical security systems (CCTV, access control, alarms, fire suppression, perimeter control) for all corporate and technical facilities
  • Establish and manage security operations center (SOC) protocols for monitoring, dispatch, and response to physical threats, emergencies, and intrusions
  • Coordinate with external security providers and law enforcement agencies in Cairo/Egypt as required for investigations and incident response
  • Manage personnel security measures, including employee safety programs, visitor management, and executive protection protocols
  • Conduct regular physical security risk assessments and vulnerability tests of all bank locations, including data centers and infrastructure facilities
  • Ensure strict compliance with local Egyptian security standards, labor laws related to safety, and CBE requirements regarding physical protection of bank assets and premises
  • Oversee the integration of physical security protocols with Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and Disaster Recovery (DR) procedures
  • Manage the security budget, vendor relationships, and maintenance of all physical security hardware and software
  • Lead and manage the physical security team and/or contracted security staff

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Engineering, or a related field from a reputable university
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in physical security, facilities security, or corporate security, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within banking, financial services, or critical infrastructure environments
  • Strong knowledge of CBE physical security guidelines, Egyptian safety and security regulations, and international security standards
  • Proven experience in securing bank branches, cash centers, data centers, and head office facilities
  • Hands-on experience with access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, and physical security technologies
  • Demonstrated ability to manage security vendors, guard forces, and large operational security teams
  • Strong incident management, crisis response, and investigation skills
  • Excellent leadership, decision-making, and stakeholder coordination abilities
  • High integrity, discipline, and ability to operate under pressure in high-risk scenarios
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, start-up, or transformation environment
  • Strong leadership, independence, objectivity, and excellent stakeholder management skills
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