Virgin Forest Energy Limited is a wholly-owned and well capitalized Nigerian energy downstream oil trading company. We are dedicated to the provision of top-rate petroleum products and by-products to our vast array of clients and customers across Nigeria and beyond. In the course of our short but eventful existence as a corporate entity, we have carved a niche for ourselves as a company sensitive to the peculiar environment in which we operate, and we have tailored our operations in response to the ever-changing demands of a vibrant and dynamic emerging economy such as Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Security Officer – ORON

Location: Akwa Ibom

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced and strategic Chief Security Officer (CSO) to lead the company’s security operations and strategy.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for safeguarding the company’s people, assets, facilities, operations, and information across all locations.
• The CSO will develop and implement effective security policies, risk management strategies, emergency response procedures, and security controls that support the company’s operational objectives and ensure a safe and secure working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and regularly review the company’s security policies, strategies, and procedures.
• Oversee security operations across all company locations, including offices, stations, and operational facilities.
• Manage and supervise all security personnel, ensuring effective deployment, routine checks, discipline, and compliance with approved procedures.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for security incidents and escalations within and outside the organization.
• Conduct regular security assessments to identify, evaluate, and mitigate potential risks, threats, and vulnerabilities.
• Ensure daily monitoring and logging of CCTV systems and promptly escalate suspicious activities or security threats.
• Coordinate security incident response, investigations, and crisis management activities.
• Maintain effective relationships with relevant security agencies, law enforcement authorities, community stakeholders, and other external security partners.
• Ensure compliance with applicable security regulations, company policies, and industry best practices.
• Develop and implement emergency preparedness and response plans.
• Monitor security trends and emerging threats and recommend proactive measures to protect the company’s operations and assets.
• Manage security vendors, contractors, and third-party security service providers.
• Conduct security awareness and emergency response training for employees.
• Prepare and submit regular security reports, incident reports, risk assessments, and recommendations to Management.
• Provide strategic security advice to Management on matters affecting the company’s people, assets, and operations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Security Management, Criminology, Law Enforcement, Risk Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in security management, with at least 3 years in a senior / leadership position.
• Previous experience in the Oil & Gas, Energy, or related industry will be an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of physical security systems, CCTV surveillance, access control, risk assessment, and incident management.
• Proven experience managing security personnel across multiple locations.
• Strong leadership, supervisory, and people-management skills.
• Excellent crisis management, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
• Good knowledge of security procedures, emergency response, and threat assessment.
• Strong communication, reporting, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and respond effectively to security incidents and emergencies.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and sound judgment.

Application Closing Date
12th October, 2026.