Head of Security and Risk

Volkswagen Group

. Develop and embed the regional security vision, strategy and minimum standards in line with Group Policy 13: Security .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeKariega • South AfricaLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Security Risk Management, Crisis Management, and Operational Security, with a strong focus on strategic leadership and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to manage budgets, lead teams, and communicate effectively across diverse audiences.

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Security Risk ManagementCrisis ManagementOperational SecurityTeam LeadershipStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Security AuditingRisk ManagementBudget ManagementVendor NegotiationsIncident ResponseBusiness Continuity PlanningFire ProtectionInvestigationsAsset ProtectionStrategic Planning

Soft Skills

Strong Negotiation SkillsPresentation SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsSelf-Management Skills

Tools & Technologies

Security Management SystemsCrisis Management ToolsIncident Reporting SoftwareBudgeting Software

Certifications & Qualifications

National Diploma in Security Risk ManagementDegree in Security Management

Industry Keywords

Security PolicyCrisis ManagementOperational SecurityFire ProtectionExecutive ProtectionLaw Enforcement PartnershipsSecurity StandardsAsset Protection ActivitiesSub-Saharan MarketsCommercial Awareness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and embed the regional security vision, strategy and minimum standards in line with Group Policy 13: Security
Lead security, fire protection, crisis management, travel security, executive protection, investigations and asset-protection activities
Assess security threats and implement effective measures that protect employees, operations and company assets
Direct security planning, procedures, incident response and business-continuity readiness across South Africa and Sub-Saharan markets
Manage operational and capital budgets, manpower requirements, service providers and security contracts
Advise senior leaders and key stakeholders on strategic security risks, priorities and investments
Build partnerships with Group Security, law-enforcement agencies, industry forums and external security organisations
Lead, guide and develop the security team while strengthening security awareness across the organisation

Requirements

What you’ll need

National Diploma or Degree in Security Risk Management and/or Security Management, with a focus on Business Management
A minimum of 10 years’ experience in the security industry, including at least 5 years in a management role
Broad experience across crisis management, investigations, operational security, security auditing, risk management and international security
Experience managing operational security and fire budgets, CAPEX requirements, contracts and vendor negotiations
Proven ability to lead security teams and engage effectively with senior stakeholders, law enforcement and external partners
Strategic leadership and sound judgement
Strong negotiation, presentation skills and communication skills, with the ability to communicate security concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
Commercial awareness, financial management and decisive risk-based thinking
Excellent interpersonal, stakeholder-management and self-management skills
Computer literacy
Fluent business English
Updated CV
Certified copies of qualifications
Certified copy of ID document

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