African Industries Group (AIG) is a diversified global conglomerate headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, with a legacy of 52 years of business excellence and sustainable growth. The group contributes to Nigeria’s socio-economic development and industrial growth while supporting local communities.
Job Title: Security Officer
Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Number of Openings: 3
Shift Pattern: Day and Night Shifts
Reports To: Group Head of Security
Job Summary
African Industries Group is seeking three disciplined, vigilant and experienced Security Officers to provide security coverage at the Managing Director’s residence in Ikoyi, Lagos. Successful candidates will be responsible for protecting lives and property, monitoring access, conducting routine security checks and maintaining a safe environment.
Preference will be given to ex-servicemen with relevant corporate or residential security experience, sound judgement, professionalism, discretion and integrity.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain effective security coverage at the Managing Director’s residence during assigned day or night shifts.
- Conduct routine security patrols and checks around the residence and its immediate surroundings.
- Monitor and control access to the premises by verifying visitors, contractors and other authorised persons.
- Maintain accurate records of visitors, vehicle movements, security incidents and shift handovers.
- Identify, assess and promptly report suspicious activities, security breaches and potential threats.
- Respond appropriately to emergencies, alarms and security incidents.
- Enforce established security procedures and access-control protocols.
- Protect the confidentiality and privacy of the Managing Director, family members, visitors and other occupants.
- Liaise with the Group Head of Security and relevant security agencies when necessary.
- Monitor security equipment, gates, surveillance systems and other security installations.
- Perform other security-related duties assigned by the Group Head of Security.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Previous military, paramilitary, police or other relevant security service experience is strongly preferred.
- A minimum of 3–5 years of relevant security experience, preferably in corporate, executive, VIP or high-profile residential security.
- Must not be more than 45 years old.
- Knowledge of security procedures, access control, surveillance and emergency response.
- Good observation, communication and incident-reporting skills.
- High levels of integrity, discipline, alertness, discretion and professionalism.
- Physical fitness and medical fitness to perform assigned duties.
- Ability to work rotating day and night shifts.
- Reliability, punctuality and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Relevant security training or certifications are an added advantage.
- Willingness to work at the Managing Director’s residence in Ikoyi, Lagos.
Key Competencies
- Vigilance and attention to detail.
- Integrity and confidentiality.
- Incident prevention and risk awareness.
- Emergency response and sound judgement.
- Professional conduct and interpersonal skills.
- Reliability and teamwork.
Application Closing Date
3rd November, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send an updated copy of their CV to [email protected], using Application for Security Officer – MD Residence, Ikoyi as the subject of the email.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.