Security Manager

Role overview

This full-time Security Manager role is based in Doha, Qatar. The position calls for a seasoned professional who can shape and run security policies, systems, and operational controls that safeguard people, property, information, and business activities.

The role is centered on strengthening security excellence, risk reduction, and operational resilience across the organization.

Key accountabilities

• Design, roll out, and continuously improve security strategies, operating frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Safeguard organizational property, physical sites, employees, visitors, and critical business functions.
• Manage everyday security operations, including incident handling, emergency preparedness, and business continuity readiness.
• Carry out security risk evaluations and put appropriate control measures in place.
• Build and sustain governance, monitoring, and compliance processes for security.
• Supervise security vendors and confirm they meet both contractual obligations and operational standards.
• Look into security incidents and define corrective as well as preventive actions.
• Work with internal teams and external stakeholders to maintain strong coordination on security matters.
• Encourage awareness, accountability, and a risk-conscious culture across the organization.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and strategic recommendations for senior leadership.

Qualifications and experience

A bachelor’s degree is compulsory and must be in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Risk Management, or another relevant field.

Professional credentials in security management, risk management, business continuity, or a related discipline are considered an advantage.

The ideal candidate should bring 8–10 years of progressive experience in security operations, corporate security, risk management, or a similar area.

Hands-on experience in managing security programs, external service providers, and incident response processes is required.

Strong knowledge of security governance, risk assessment, emergency management, and business continuity is essential.

The role also requires strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management capabilities.

Core competencies

• Security operations management
• Risk evaluation and mitigation
• Incident and crisis response
• Business continuity planning
• Security governance and compliance
• Performance management and accountability
• Stakeholder coordination
• Leadership and team development
• Strategic planning
• Continuous improvement mindset

Additional information

Applicants should be Qatari leaders with a strong commitment to security excellence, risk management, and protecting critical operations. A bachelor’s degree remains a mandatory requirement for this position.