Chief Security Officer (CSO) Lekki Phase1

Prestigious Homes Limited is a luxury home builder, delivering homes to their owners just the way they envisioned it. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Chief Security Officer (CSO)

Location: Lekki Phase1, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary

We are looking for competent professionals who are ready to contribute meaningfully to the growth and delivery of quality real estate projects.

Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and protocols across company offices, construction sites, and residential estates. Lead and supervise security personnel, guards, supervisors, and security contractors. Conduct regular security risk assessments across development sites, completed estates, and company facilities. Monitor access control, visitor management, perimeter security, CCTV, patrols, and incident reporting. Develop emergency response procedures for security incidents, theft, vandalism, fire, trespassing, and other threats. Liaise with relevant security agencies and law-enforcement authorities when required. Investigate reported security incidents and prepare detailed reports for management. Ensure proper security coverage for construction materials, equipment, machinery, and company assets. Establish appropriate security arrangements for vacant properties, construction sites, and occupied residential developments. Train and regularly brief security personnel on company policies, emergency response, customer interaction, and security procedures. Advise management on emerging security risks and appropriate mitigation measures.

A recognized Degree or equivalent qualification in Security Management, Criminology, Law Enforcement, Military/Defence Studies, or a related field. At least 10 years significant experience in corporate, estate, construction-site, residential, or facility security. Previous leadership/supervisory experience is essential. Strong knowledge of security operations, access control, incident management, and risk assessment. Experience managing outsourced security companies/guards is an advantage. Military, police, intelligence, or relevant professional security background will be an added advantage. Strong communication, leadership, discipline, and crisis-management skills.

Remuneration is open for negotiation and will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, skills, and the responsibilities of the role.

1st September, 2026. How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV and relevant portfolio to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] copying [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

There will be only one phase of interview, and the interview will be conducted physically. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted with details regarding the interview venue, date, and time.