Accomplished Head of Security at Polytra Fracht Zambia Ltd, I excelled in developing comprehensive security strategies, enhancing cybersecurity awareness, and leading crisis management efforts. With a knack for problem-solving and effective communication, I significantly improved organizational security posture. My leadership also fostered team cohesion and ensured rigorous adherence to security protocols.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Security
Polytra Fracht Zambia Ltd
Kitwe
10.2022 - Current
Developed and implemented comprehensive security plans to protect the organization's data, persons and assets.
Defined acceptable use policies for corporate users and monitored adherence.
Managed third-party vendors providing escort services related to security operations or projects.
Maintained a secure environment by ensuring physical access controls are in place at all times.
Assisted in developing company disaster recovery plan in case of a major system outage or breach of data integrity or material theft.
Conducted security assessments and audits of existing systems, policies, and procedures.
Created training materials for employees on best practices in information security.
Monitored staff activities to ensure compliance with organizational security protocols.
Maintained calm composure during emergencies while communicating with local law enforcement and emergency response services.
Patrolled crowds during events to preserve order and promote security.
Adhered to daily patrol schedules to support consistent security presence throughout property.
Managing all security equipment, including CCTV, alarm systems, and GPS tracking systems.
Monitoring all cargo-loaded trucks from the loading point to the offloading point.
Activating the reaction team and state police in case of an emergency.
Managing security service providers' performance and contracts.
Follow up on company court cases, prosecution, until the case conclusion.
Help the state police during the investigation of any incident recorded in the company.
Generate a general security report for the management.
Recruit and manage all company security officers.
Supervise warehouse operation procedures, and address the breaches.
Communicate with drivers, transporters, and the escort companies to ensure the transit SOP is well adhered to.
Oversee all security-related matters for the company.
IT Technician/Tracking Supervisor
Bras Security Services
Ndola
08.2017 - 08.2022
IT Technician
Set up user profiles on local machines according to established standards.
Provided training sessions for end users on how to use various software programs.
Created documentation for common IT tasks such as troubleshooting steps for various types of problems.
Responded quickly to emergency situations involving outages or data loss scenarios.
Installed and configured hardware, software, systems, networks, printers, and scanners.
Performed system backups and restores as required.
Assisted with the deployment of new applications and updates to existing applications.
Diagnosed hardware failures using diagnostic tools such as PC Doctor or Windows Event Viewer.
Implemented security measures such as firewall configuration and virus protection software installation and updates.
Troubleshot system issues related to network connectivity, software installation and configuration, printing.
Resolved hardware issues including replacing parts as necessary.
Participated in team meetings to discuss project status updates.
Monitored system performance and implemented preventive maintenance procedures.
Referred major hardware or software problems or defective products to vendors or technicians for service.
Tracking Supervisor
Assigned routes and communicated instructions to drivers regarding pick-up and delivery times.
Managed communications between security escorts, clients, and dispatchers.
Resolved conflicts between escorts and drivers in a professional manner.
Resolved customer complaints related to control room services in a timely manner.
Interviewed potential candidates for open positions within the control room.
Train new escorts and control room operators
Worked closely with management team to review current operations and identify areas needing improvement.
Send incident reports in case of any incidents.
Send tracking reports to clients.
Help with the investigation in case of any incident.
Manage the entire control room operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information And Communication Technology
Supershine University
Lusaka
12-2021
Skills
Cybersecurity awareness
Incident response
Crisis management
Access control
Information security
Surveillance systems
Security management
Background checks
Emergency planning
Physical security
Security training
Team building
Communication skills
Problem-solving abilities
Investigate incidents
Decision-making
Self motivation
Employee and visitor screening
Certification
phished-bronze-certificate
Cybersecurity essentials
Data Analysis
M&E
Leadership, Management Development & Supervisory Skills
Fight Corruption
Theology
Business Administration
Firearm License
Languages
Kaonde
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Swahili
Elementary (A2)
A2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head of Security
Polytra Fracht Zambia Ltd
10.2022 - Current
IT Technician/Tracking Supervisor
Bras Security Services
08.2017 - 08.2022
phished-bronze-certificate
Cybersecurity essentials
Data Analysis
M&E
Leadership, Management Development & Supervisory Skills
Fight Corruption
Theology
Business Administration
Firearm License
Bachelor of Science - Information And Communication Technology
Supershine University
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