Total 9 job vacancies by Control Risks

Control Risks is seeking an Associate Director to play a key role in growing the crisis and security consulting practice across Southeast Asia (SEA). This position will focus on developing deep and profitable client relationships, driving the growth of the crisis and security consulting practice in SEA, and ensuring quality service delivery across our range of consulting engagements, including crisis management, crisis response, business continuity, and security risk management issues.

Building and maintaining successful relationships with existing Control Risks clients will be important for this role and identifying and pursuing new clients and business development opportunities to expand the crisis management, business continuity and security risk management opportunities in the region is crucial.

Role tasks and responsibilities:

• Cultivate, grow and deepen Control Risks’ relationships with security and risk buyers in our Client organisations, being seen as their “go to” person within Control Risks.
• Identify, nurture and help win new business development opportunities.
• Actively lead on business continuity and crisis management projects from first client enquiry to proposal development, task servicing, quality assurance and project closure
• Project manage and, utilising a regional team of consultants and experts, deliver the full range of security consulting and services engagements in Southeast Asia and across Asia broadly, when required.
• Deliver consultancy services to clients by developing innovative solutions to complex risks. You will be responsible for scoping and delivering across a broad range of business risk activities, including crisis management and business continuity workshops, audits, gap analyses and risk assessments
• Provide mentorship to junior staff, maximising use of resources. Ensure continuous skills transfer, coaching and planning is provided.
• Work collaboratively with country management, marketing teams and other practises to develop a consistent, credible and highly visible brand.
• Represent Control Risks as a thought leader through market engagement via channels such as social media, professional organizations and industry events.
• Seek innovative ways to improve services we offer to clients.
• Ensure that practices, polices, strategy and services represent the client best interest.

Essential:

• Experience in a corporate/consulting environment working with multinational companies in Singapore specifically, and across SEA generally
• Strong commercial expertise, analytical (financial management, legal and contractual skills), leadership
• Ability to build relationships with senior-level clients and other consultants globally
• Experience in a multi-cultural environment and demonstrated cross-cultural awareness
• In depth knowledge of commercial/operational conditions across South Asia

Preferred:

• Experience in one or more of the following: business continuity, crisis management, risk assessment following recognized international standards, security planning and framework development
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams
• Experience managing crises and/or complex problems
• Demonstrable experience in applying risk management methodology such as (ISO 22301, ISO31000, SOC 2, ISO 27001, etc.)

Qualifications and specialist skills:

• Educated Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Strong commercial expertise, analytical (financial management, legal and contractual skills), leadership
• Good client (internal and external) management and consulting skills
• Effective decision making and judgement
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Assertiveness and drive with strong influencing skills
• Strong interpersonal skills-building trust and rapport
• Excellent communication skills – written and oral (informal and presentation)
• IT literacy – MS office packages, advanced Excel
• Strong management and communication skills (including concise and accurate written skills)
• Project management skills

• Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer.
• We operate a discretionary global bonus scheme that incentivises, and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance.
• Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements, wherever possible, that emphasise the value of in-person time together - in the office and with our clients - while continuing to support flexible and remote working.
• As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us and are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process.

Role Purpose

Working with our multi-disciplinary Southeast Asia and regional team, we are seeking a resilience professional who can flexibly work across multiple consulting projects, including crisis management, business continuity, organisational resilience and security risk management to help our clients build secure and resilient organisations. You will understand corporate risk management culture, crisis management / business continuity industry best practices and standards and be comfortable advising and engaging at all levels.

Role tasks and responsibilities

• Conduct physical and technical security reviews and security risk assessments in line with industry good practice and standards (including ISO 31000:2018 and HB 167:2006).
• Help clients enhance organisational resilience through the development and delivery of crisis management and business continuity plans and training workshops.
• Provide technical expertise and logistical support to cross-functional teams engaged in solving complex client problems, including security strategy, governance and resilience projects.
• Engage in client meetings, interviews and facilitate training workshops and be the trusted adviser for security and crisis management related projects.
• Prepare detailed, high-quality reports and presentations and develop concise proposals tailored to meet and exceed client expectations.
• Lead local projects and support the crisis and security consulting team in the delivery of a range of regional and varying projects.

Experience

Essential

• Experience in a corporate/consulting environment working with multinational companies in Southeast Asia / Asia.
• Experience in resilience, crisis management, business continuity and/or security risk management.
• Strong verbal and written presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships with clients and other consultants globally.
• Experience in a multi-cultural environment and demonstrated cross-cultural awareness.
• In depth knowledge of operational conditions in Southeast Asia / Asia.

Preferred

• Project management skills and certification
• Basic knowledge of information security/cyber security
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams

Qualifications and Specialist Skills

Essential

• Significant professional experience in a related field (crisis management, business continuity, security, etc.).
• Completed a university degree in a relevant field, including, but not limited to, strategic and security studies, international relations OR currently undertaking related studies.

Preferred

• Project management experience and/or certification
• Business continuity management and crisis management specialist skills
• Qualifications in standards specific to business continuity management, and or security management (e.g., BCI/CBCP certifications etc.)

Control Risks is working with a global household-name company to identify and embed a Physical Security Specialist who will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the client's security operations in South East Asia. Key duties of the role will include interacting with all corporate cross-functional partners and country leadership teams, vendor management and financial reporting, support for corporate events, and travel security.

This key role will require an individual who is passionate, self-motivated, proactive, quick-thinking, flexible, able to pivot when necessary, thorough and able to juggle multiple and diverse responsibilities with a strong emphasis on organization and unwavering attention to detail at all times. This is a demanding and fast-moving position that requires someone who is a proactive and positive thinker, and able to exercise good judgment and communication.

Responsibilities:

• Managing the day to day security operations at the client's corporate locations across South East Asia.
• Drive multiple security projects effectively including management of key performance indicators, vendor management and quality control. This will often include liaising with other members of the Enterprise Security or Environmental Health and Safety team to ensure alignment on new projects.
• Where necessary, contextualize and add regional specific vigor to global programs to further optimize overall program delivery.
• Develop key relationships with the client's corporate workplace teams, the landlord and third-party security vendors, ensuring cohesion across the site’s security and safety functions.
• Develop bespoke training packages in support of existing guard force and corporate security.
• Development and implementation of site incident management procedures.
• Support and liaise with the EHS team to ensure all standards are maintained across all facilities.
• Ensuring effective communication and reporting to the Regional Head of Security Operations and work towards the standards set by the wider security team.

• 5+ years experience in corporate security, and operational management.
• Bachelor’s degree required (or higher), relevant certifications (ex. CPP) a plus
• General understanding of security systems (cameras, card readers, radios, etc.)
• General understanding of incident response and crisis management
• A team player with an ability to supervise several projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Access to high-quality vendors, production support staff contacts.
• Ability to respond after hours to important, timely or urgent manners.
• Ability to be discreet and handle confidential information.
• Proficiency in Google Docs, Sheets, Gmail, Gdrive, MS Word, Excel.
• Understanding of how to prioritize and respond accordingly.
• Willingness to continue learning to ensure understanding of Netflix enterprise security approach.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to take educated risks and think out of the box.

Control Risks is currently looking to hire a Head of Security to support a global banking client and assume responsibility for the physical security of the client's offices and other commercial premises within Hong Kong.

As the Country level leader of physical security, the successful candidate will act as the key point of contact for operational security matters and will require excellent communication and account management skills to engage positively and proactively with stakeholders at all levels of the bank.

We are excited to hear from suitably qualified candidates, currently based in Hong Kong, with experience gained in a commercial security, law enforcement, or a facilities management background with prior security responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of direct employees and vendors responsible for the physical security of branches, offices, and other facilities within country.
• On a routine basis, monitor security personnel and security system performance to ensure all security, safety and compliance requirements are met, including service delivery of all security related vendors.
• Devise local procedures for access control, CCTV surveillance and alarm monitoring in alignment with global and local standards.
• Ensure in-country security system maintenance, minor project works, and software/hardware upgrades are executed in alignment with bank stakeholder requirements, global and local standards.
• Manage security and safety incidents, follow-up investigation and reporting to all stakeholders.
• Conduct local risk assessments, makes recommendations on physical security measures and implements them in accordance with global and local standards.
• Ensure security training, certification, tests & drills are periodically conducted, and records maintained.
• Keep senior level management informed on key issues, risks and incidents.

• High School Diploma or above.
• 4-6 years prior commercial security and/or law enforcement related experience. Candidates from a Facilities Management background with prior security responsibilities will be considered.
• Proven managerial and leadership ability.
• Excellent communicator at all levels of the organisation
• Able to comprehend and interpret most business documents.
• Able to respond effectively to the most sensitive issues.
• Able to write reports and manuals.
• Able to make effective and persuasive presentations on security training, concepts, and procedures to both staff, public groups and senior management stakeholders.
• Able to forecast and prepare annual budgets, including basic financial analysis to support justification of security expenditure.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel.
• Excellent understanding of the operation of Access Control, CCTV & Burglar Alarm systems.
• Basic knowledge of IP networks.
• Good written and oral English. Fluency in Cantonese is preferred.

We are looking for a competent and experienced security professional to join our expanding Crisis and Security Consulting practice in Singapore.

The role will involve working on various security-led projects across the South-east Asia region by providing support to Control Risks’ design team with the design deliverables.

Role tasks and responsibilities:

• Attend weekly meetings with the project stakeholders, be very attentive to details and minutes all actions that are related to our discipline.
• Deliver security design consultancy assignments ranging from simple to complex tasks.
• Drafting design stage documents such as technical specification documents, power loads calculation, tender evaluation reports, etc.
• Keep abreast with advances in security technology.
• Complete assigned tasks within the given time frames.
• Attend onsite inspections and testing & commissioning.

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a security professional, or in a related field
• Capable of working with CAD 2D to a level that can deliver design layouts that match our internal standards
• A sound understanding of the design engineering elements
• Proven track record of successful security design consultancy projects, preferably within Asia or similar environment.
• A good understanding of all project design stages referred to as RIBA design stages, such as Conceptual Design, Developed Design, Technical Design, etc.
• Good knowledge and experience in design and implementation of integrated electronic security systems and physical security measures such as:

1. Video surveillance systems.
2. Access control systems.
3. Intruder detection systems.
4. Intercommunications systems.
5. Security fences, gates, barriers, locking systems, secure rooms.

• Working knowledge in the design of local security equipment rooms, main security equipment rooms and control room
• A good understanding on how to build a dedicated secure security network with considerations on network bandwidth and cybersecurity requirements
• Good knowledge and understanding of the well-known security management systems (i.e., Genetec, Gallagher and the likes)

Qualifications & Specialist Skills:

• An Engineering degree in electronics and electrical engineering /communications is preferred
• Strong communication skills – written and oral (informal and presentation to board level)
• Good skills in working with project management tools (i.e. Microsoft project or Primavera).

Role purpose

We are looking for an SDM to take responsibility for overseeing the successful delivery of services for a large regional APAC client. This role involves managing a team, coordinating resources, collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure seamless service delivery and to ensure all service level KPIs are met or exceeded.

Role tasks and responsibilities

1. Client Relationship Management:

• Build and nurture strong relationships with clients.
• Conduct regular meetings to understand client needs and expectations.
• Act as the primary point of contact for addressing client concerns and inquiries.

2. Service Delivery Oversight:

• Develop, implement, and optimize service delivery processes and procedures.
• Monitor service performance against established SLAs (Service Level Agreements) and KPIs (Key Performance Indicators).
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency.

3. Team Management:

• Lead and manage a team of service delivery professionals.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to team members.
• Collaborate with HR for recruitment, onboarding, and training of new team members.

4. Resource Allocation:

• Allocate resources effectively to meet service delivery objectives.
• Work with resource managers and other departments to ensure adequate staffing levels.
• Manage workload distribution among team members.

5. Quality Assurance:

• Implement and oversee quality control measures to ensure service excellence.
• Conduct regular reviews and audits of service delivery processes.
• Develop and maintain quality standards and guidelines.

6. Problem Resolution:

• Address and resolve issues or escalations in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with technical teams and other stakeholders to identify and implement solutions.
• Develop and implement preventive measures to minimize recurring issues.

7. Reporting and Analysis:

• Generate regular reports on service performance, trends, and key metrics.
• Analyze data to identify areas for improvement and provide insights.
• Prepare and present reports to senior management and clients.

8. Continuous Improvement:

• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and optimization.
• Implement best practices to enhance service delivery efficiency.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the service delivery team.

9. Contract Management:

• Collaborate with the sales and legal teams to ensure service delivery aligns with contractual obligations.
• Participate in contract negotiations and provide input on service-related terms.
• Monitor contract renewals and changes.

Required:

• A Bachelor's degree in a Business-related field
• At least 4 - 6 years of relevant work experience
• Experience in customer service, leadership or business development
• Advanced computer skills and the ability to learn technology quickly
• Resource planning and budget management experience
• Experience in a Client facing role
• Strong teamwork skills
• Attention to detail

Preferred:

• PMP certification
• Experience in corporate security

Control Risks is committed to a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.

Control Risks' Embedded Consulting practice is growing in Singapore and we have a great opportunity for a Senior Intelligence Analyst to join us as part of a dedicated team, embedded within a high profile, international technology company.

The Senior Security Intelligence Analyst will be a key member of the Global Security Intelligence team as they collect, curate, and disseminate current and forecasted risk intelligence in a timely manner to partners and stakeholders. This position will also work to edit and compile written analysis by the Junior Analysts.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and analyse geopolitical and global events identify and assess threats the client's specific global operations, assets, and personnel.
• Provide major vent safety and security assessment, forecast, and vulnerability reports.
• Oversee production of analysis by the Junior Analysts on the team.
• Conduct site and travel vulnerability assessments to ensure the safety of the client's employees and locations.
• Support location-specific intelligence, including active and archived alerts; city and country intelligence; and interactive maps.
• Drafting comprehensive, well-researched, and articulate analysis products providing tailored research for client-specific needs.
• Define priorities for in-depth analysis of selected locations relevant to the client's global interests.
• Lead production of specific briefings or presentations.
• Other responsibilities may develop with programme growth.

• A bachelor's degree in history, political science, international relations, intelligence analysis, or a related discipline.
• 5-7 years of experience in related global risk and threat analysis experience required.
• Experience in collection and analytical methodologies.
• Experience in editing and compiling written analysis.
• Keen understanding of social media monitoring techniques.
• Proficiency in client workspace product suite; the ability to present information in a graphic format and concise reports.
• Excellent research, analytical, writing, and verbal presentation skills.
• Ability to quickly adapt to the external environment and organization.
• A strong customer service focus and ability to build and maintain trusting relationships.
• Ability to be a positive and effective team member.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize.

• Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer.
• We operate a discretionary global bonus scheme that incentivises, and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance.
• Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements, wherever possible, that emphasise the value of in-person time together - in the office and with our clients - while continuing to support flexible and remote working.
• As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us and are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process.

Control Risks' Embedded Consulting practice is growing in Singapore and we have a great opportunity for a Junior Intelligence Analyst to join us as part of a dedicated team, embedded within a high profile, international technology company.

The Junior Security Intelligence Analyst will help collect, curate, and disseminate current and forecasted risk intelligence in a timely manner to partners and stakeholders. Analysts provide strategic foresight and analysis on security and operational concerns that may pose a safety risk to the client, its employees, or community.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and analyse geopolitical and global events identify and assess threats the client's specific global operations, assets, and personnel.
• Provide major event safety and security assessment, forecast, and vulnerability reports.
• Conduct site and travel vulnerability assessments to ensure the safety of the client's employees and locations.
• Support location-specific intelligence, including active and archived alerts; city and country intelligence; and interactive maps.
• Drafting comprehensive, well-researched, and articulate analysis products providing tailored research for client-specific needs.
• Other responsibilities may develop with programme growth.

• A bachelor’s degree in history, political science, international relations, intelligence analysis, or a related discipline.
• 0-2 years of experience in related global risk and threat analysis experience required.
• Experience in collection and analytical methodologies.
• Keen understanding of social media monitoring techniques.
• Proficiency in client workspace product suite; the ability to present information in a graphic format and concise reports.
• Excellent research, analytical, writing, and verbal presentation skills.
• Ability to quickly adapt to the external environment and organization.
• A strong customer service focus and ability to build and maintain trusting relationships.
• Ability to be a positive and effective team member.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize.

• Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer.
• We operate a discretionary global bonus scheme that incentivises, and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance.
• Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements, wherever possible, that emphasise the value of in-person time together - in the office and with our clients - while continuing to support flexible and remote working.
• As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us and are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process.

If you are a skilled Physical Security Manager seeking an exciting opportunity, Control Risks has a perfect position for you! We are currently in need of a Physical Security Manager to join our client, a prestigious financial sector company based in Singapore. This is a contract role that will last for 5-6 months.

In this position, you will directly report to the CFO and be responsible for leading a small security team and a 10-person guard force. You will oversee all aspects of physical security for the company, including the security management of their main office locations in Singapore and their international subsidiaries. Your responsibilities will include incident and crisis management, coordination of Business Continuity Planning (BCP), leading an ongoing Security by Design (SBD) project, and actively participating in the company's internal audit cycle.

If you are ready for this exciting challenge, ideally we would like you to start in early February, before the commencement of the Chinese New Year celebrations. The contract will last until July, providing you with a rewarding opportunity to showcase your skills and make a significant impact on the organization.

• A Bachelor’s degree in a security-relevant field or comparable experience.
• A solid military or law enforcement background with at least 7 years of practical experience in a dynamic corporate security environment.
• Experience within the financial services or critical infrastructure industry would be highly valued.
• Reside in Singapore with authorisation to work.
• An extensive understanding of physical security systems and their components.
• Familiarity with crisis communications and operations, utilising risk management methodologies.
• Demonstrated experience working with access control and other security systems.

• Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer.
• We operate a discretionary global bonus scheme that incentivises, and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance.
• Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements, wherever possible, that emphasise the value of in-person time together - in the office and with our clients - while continuing to support flexible and remote working.
• As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us and are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process.