Manager, Physical Security

The Manager, Physical Security provides expert advice and guidance on the safety, security, and protection of the Bank’s personnel, assets, and operations and implements physical security measures, contributing directly to the Bank’s resilience against potential threats and vulnerabilities.

About Us

CIBC Caribbean is a relationship bank offering a full range of market leading financial services through our Corporate Banking, Private and Business Banking and Wealth Management segments through its leading digital banking network and locations across the region. CIBC Caribbean is one of the largest regionally listed financial services institutions in the Caribbean.

Delivering the systems and technologies to support our clients requires innovation. As professionals we are committed to raising the bar of excellence through the technology we deploy and the processes we support. Every click and swipe, supports the delivery of exceptional client service.

About the Role

The Manager, Physical Security provides expert advice and guidance on the safety, security, and protection of the Bank’s personnel, assets, and operations and implements physical security measures, contributing directly to the Bank’s resilience against potential threats and vulnerabilities. The incumbent supports the Associate Director with the enhancement of the Bank’s security posture, through proactive measures and strategic planning; ensuring all physical security practices are adhered to and regulatory requirements and industry standards are met; identifying and mitigating potential risks to personnel, assets, and operations through effective security measures.

About Success

• Performs reviews and approval of building design, equipment overlays and security equipment proposals, including, and identifying and prioritizing physical security gaps, submitting reports detailing appropriate recommendations for remediation to ensure designs / proposals, etc., are fit for purpose, and any physical security gaps are addressed / mitigated, and remediation efforts are completed in a timely manner.
• Collaborates with law enforcement and other stakeholders across the region to enhance security measures and response strategies.
• Determines the nature and extent of incoming physical security equipment and other requests for Corporate Security, in collaboration with stakeholders, including Property Services, Sourcing and other internal partners to ensure industry standards.

About You

• 5-7 years of IT and business / industry work experience, including managing physical security
• Excellent knowledge of security management principles, practices, and procedures in a large, multi-business environment, and a solid understanding of security policies and standards.
• Extensive experience in conducting comprehensive physical security risk assessments, including site surveys, and vulnerability analysis specific to financial institutions, and implementing risk mitigation strategies.
• Proven ability to develop, implement, and manage comprehensive physical security programmes that align with organisational goals and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in designing and implementing access control, CCTV and alarm systems, ensuring optimal monitoring and incident response capabilities.

About our Offer

We use the same innovation and vigour for our benefits and reward package. It is attractively structured, and performance bonuses are offered. You will have a challenging, diverse experience with opportunities for professional growth. We value agility, collaboration, integrity, sense of ownership and urgency.

The position can be in Bahamas, Barbados, Cayman, or Trinidad.

Applications with detailed resumes should be submitted no later than April 3^rd, 2025