Chief Security Officer

An established client in the aviation sector is seeking an experienced professional to assume the role of Chief Security Officer (CSO). This executive position is responsible for overseeing the protection of customers, employees, aircraft, facilities, and assets against unlawful acts, security threats, and operational risks. The CSO will develop, implement, and maintain the company’s security program in strict compliance with the Civil Aviation Security Program (NCASP), Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) regulations, ICAO standards, and internal governance policies.

Key Responsibilities

Security Program Governance: Maintain, execute, and continuously update the Aircraft Operator Security Program Manual (AOSP) and overall security program to ensure full compliance with PCAA, NCASP, and ICAO regulations.

Threat Assessment & Risk Management: Conduct comprehensive threat evaluations, risk analyses, and intelligence monitoring by collaborating with the Aviation Division and local agencies. Implement special anti-sabotage measures and heightened threat protocols as necessary.

External & Regulatory Liaison: Establish and maintain close operational relationships with regulatory and security bodies including PCAA AVSEC, Airports Security Force (ASF), FIA, Customs, Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF), Intelligence Bureau (IB), local police, and international station authorities.

Aircraft & Operational Protection: Support ASF efforts in securing aircraft and facilities, assist law enforcement with VVIP flight security, and coordinate anti-hijacking, anti-sabotage, and anti-smuggling initiatives.

Personnel Clearance & Vetting: Oversee the security vetting and background clearance process for company personnel through the Intelligence Bureau, Special Branch, and other relevant state security agencies.

Departmental & Staff Governance: Plan, deploy, and train security personnel, establish a clear chain of command, manage security budgets across multiple stations, and enforce a strict zero-tolerance policy toward corruption and indiscipline.

Audit, Vigilance & Quality Assurance: Lead internal and external security audits, supervise investigation and vigilance units, manage security steering committees, and ensure timely resolution of any security findings or risks.

Required Qualifications

Background: Retired senior military officer, Airports Security Force (ASF) veteran, or civil security professional with extensive leadership experience in aviation or corporate security environments.

Experience: A minimum of 10 to 15 years in security management, demonstrating proven expertise in aviation security, threat assessment, and risk management.

Regulatory Mastery: In-depth knowledge of NCASP, PCAA AVSEC regulations, ICAO Annex 17 standards, and protocols of state security agencies.

Core Competencies: Strong executive leadership capabilities, proficiency in threat intelligence analysis, crisis management skills, and effective inter-agency coordination.

This role offers a critical leadership opportunity to shape and safeguard aviation security operations at a senior level. Candidates with a strong background in aviation security and regulatory compliance will find this position both challenging and rewarding.