Electronics Technology Parks-Kerala (TECHNOPARK), an organisation fully owned by the Government of Keralam, is seeking a qualified and experienced Chief Security Officer to lead and manage security operations across its campuses.
Job Title : Chief Security Officer (CSO)
No. of Vacancies : 1
Job Description
- Develop, enforce, and continuously update comprehensive physical security policies and procedures in alignment with legal and regulatory frameworks, establishing Technopark security standards and protocols across all Technopark Campuses
- Oversee the operation of CCTV surveillance, boom barriers, turnstile systems, access control, intrusion alarms, and emergency communication systems, including walkie-talkies.
- Conduct regular physical security audits and risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and implement proactive risk mitigation strategies based on evolving threats and intelligence.
- Manage daily operations of the physical security team, maintaining continuous vigilance and high alertness levels, leading investigations into security incidents, and ensuring corrective actions with detailed reporting.
- Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate in-house and contract security personnel; ensure readiness of the Quick Reaction Team (QRT) through ongoing training and drills, while enforcing discipline and proper duty rotation compliant with labour laws.
- Ensure strict compliance with national, regional, and industry-specific security regulations, including SEZ rules for Phase 3 and Kollam campuses; prepare regular reports on operations incidents, and compliance; act as liaison with law enforcement and emergency services.
- Develop and test emergency response plans including lockdown evacuation and natural disaster protocols.
- Lead incident investigations, reporting and take corrective actions, maintain detailed incident logs and ensure timely resolution of breaches.
- Cultivate and maintain intelligence networks with administrative authorities, police, media, and local communities to gather timely,actionable security insights; collaborate with internal departments,tenants, vendors, and external agencies to align security goals and share best practices.
- Develop, implement, and routinely update crisis and emergency response plans including lockdown, evacuation, and disaster protocols to guarantee operational resilience and business continuity, lead incident response and recovery efforts during emergencies.
- Oversee Security Control Room operations, ensuring 24/7 monitoring through CCTV, surveillance, and communication systems. Monitor and track security guard activities using the Guard Tour System (GTS).
- Administer visitor management systems with strict access control protocols, issuing identification cards and temporary passes only after verifying Police Clearance Certificates (PCC) or relevant approvals to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Manage controlled access and physical security of all campus buildings, supervise entry/exit points, and coordinate traffic and parking arrangements to maintain safety and order within the campuses.
- Oversee third-party security service providers to ensure contract compliance, proper manpower supply, and adherence to terms on salaries, uniforms, working hours, and discipline, conduct performance evaluations and surprise inspections especially at nights regularly.
- Organize and deliver comprehensive security training programs, including quarterly sessions on fire safety, first aid, firefighting, and emergency drills to enhance personnel preparedness and effectiveness.
- Conduct regular perimeter patrols and estate surveillance to detect and report breaches, encroachments, trespassing, and unauthorized activities support land acquisition surveys, eviction processes, and encroachment controls as and when required.
- Ensure protection of Technopark’s physical assets from theft, damage, and fire through proactive security measures and monitor inflammable material storage areas in coordination with relevant departments.
- Issue security directives, maintain daily incident logs and key custody registers, and disseminate security communications to all relevant employees and stakeholders.
- Arrange convoy and security protocols during Hartal/Bandh events; liaise with police, SISFs, fire services, Intelligence Bureau, excise officials, KEXCON office, and administrative, HR, and security personnel of tenant companies to ensure cohesive and effective security operations across all campuses.
Terms of Appointment and Eligibility Criteria
Period of contract: 5 years – (1 year probation). Extendable based on mutual consent.
Remuneration: Scale of Pay: ₹55,350–1,350–59,400–1,500–65,400–1,650–72,000–1,800–81,000–2,000–97,000–2,200–1,01,400 (pre-revised), equivalent to the scale of pay applicable to the post of Chief Manager.
The selected candidate will also get DA, HRA and CCA at State government rates. Other perks as per the norms of Technopark
Eligibility Criteria
Age: Below 50 years as on 01.09.2026
Essential Qualification
- The candidate shall be an Ex-Serviceman, not below the rank of Major in the Indian Army /Squadron Leader in the Indian Air Force / Lieutenant Commander in the Indian Navy, and shall possess a Degree in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution.
- The Ex-Serviceman shall possess at least two years of experience as Chief Security Officer/Head of Security or in an equivalent managerial capacity in any reputed private company, Public Sector Undertaking (PSU), Government organization, or similar reputed institution.
Other Qualification & Skills
- Certifications such as CPP (Certified Protection Professional) or PSP (Physical Security Professional), or equivalent (desirable).
- Excellent Leadership and team management skills, with the ability to effectively supervise and motivate a diverse security team.
- Strong communication skills in English and Malayalam, along with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively engage with employees at all levels of the organization and external stakeholders.
- Expertise in risk management, incident response, and regulatory compliance.
- Technical proficiency in modern security systems and tools.
- Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with utmost discretion.
- Flexibility to work outside regular office hours.
General Conditions:
- The Chief Security Officer will be placed under the Administration Department of Technopark and will report to the Head of Administration. The present place of posting is at the Technopark office, Thiruvananthapuram. However, Technopark reserves the right to post the selected candidate at any other office or project of Technopark within the State of Kerala or at any other IT Park under the Department of Information Technology, Government of Kerala, as and when required.
- The appointment, including the tenure, salary and allowances, shall be subject to the policies and decisions of Technopark, its Governing Body and/or the Government of Kerala, as applicable from time to time.
- Candidates shall submit only one application. Submission of more than one application may result in the rejection of all applications submitted by the candidate.
- Applications shall be submitted online only. Hard copies and applications submitted through e-mail will not be accepted.
- Candidates currently working in Government Departments, Public Sector Undertakings or Autonomous Bodies shall apply through the proper channel.
- Mere submission of an application does not confer any right on the applicant to be called for the subsequent stages of the selection process.
- Any wrong declaration, submission of false information, incomplete application or any other action contrary to law or the conditions of the notification shall result in cancellation of the candidature at any stage of the recruitment process.
- Canvassing in any form shall be treated as disqualification and shall result in cancellation of the candidature.
Submission of application
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Last date for submission of on-line application: 14th October 2026 (5pm)