Electronic Security Systems Manager

About the role

The Electronic Security Manager is responsible for planning, designing, scheduling, and controlling all electronic security technology activities to meet the strategic objectives of G4S Nigeria and its diverse corporate, industrial, and diplomatic clients. The role combines technical expertise, project management, and commercial acumen to deploy and maintain cutting‑edge security systems while managing engineering teams and vendor SLAs.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement the G4S Nigeria Electronic Security Systems policy and roadmap, aligning with regional and global standards.
• Oversee technical design, configuration, and engineering drawings for scalable security solutions across high‑rise offices, residential estates, financial hubs and transit facilities.
• Manage a portfolio of installations, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget while guaranteeing technical quality.
• Draft, implement and monitor Service Level Agreements with technology providers, OEMs and local partners, and oversee the G4S Monitoring and Response Center operations.
• Support sales with technical consulting, conduct security audits, and act as primary escalation point for premium corporate clients.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or HND in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, IT or a related field.
• 5‑8 years progressive experience in electronic security systems, including at least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role within Nigeria or West Africa.
• Professional certifications in enterprise security platforms (e.g., Lenel, Gallagher, Milestone, Honeywell, Bosch) and PMP or PRINCE2 preferred.
• Proven track record of managing multi‑site security rollouts for corporate, oil & gas or high‑end residential environments.

Required skills

• IP networking
• Fiber optics
• Wireless transmission
• Cybersecurity integration for physical security
• Interpretation of architectural blueprints, electrical schematics and CAD designs
• Lenel platform
• Gallagher platform
• Milestone platform
• Honeywell platform
• Bosch platform
• Cisco CCNA