The position involves overseeing and executing strategic initiatives to ensure operational excellence and team productivity. Key responsibilities include managing cross-functional projects, analyzing performance metrics, and implementing process improvements to drive efficiency. The ideal candidate will have experience in a leadership role, a strong background in budget management, and proficiency in data-driven decision-making. Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels are essential. Familiarity with industry-specific tools and technologies is preferred, and a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
As a Project Security Lead, you will offer hands-on support to the Tonga-North project by managing security risks and delivering functional guidance for Tonga North and Deepwater initiatives in alignment with the Opportunity Realization Standards (ORS). Collaborating closely with the Project Security Manager, the Security Lead will continuously evaluate threats, analyze associated risks, and develop targeted mitigation strategies to ensure the project maintains a cost-efficient, tailored security framework that manages risks to ALARM while keeping all stakeholders informed of the project’s risk landscape. This position plays a pivotal role in strengthening the company’s pipeline of opportunity and growth projects, including but not limited to providing support for:
Develop and deliver comprehensive security documentation and artifacts spanning DG1 through DG5, ensuring adherence to established standards and compliance requirements.
Conducting Pre-FEED and FEED engineering studies is essential to the project’s progression. These activities encompass preliminary and front-end engineering design evaluations, ensuring foundational and advanced project planning, respectively.
Engage in the creation and assessment of security plans to ensure comprehensive protection measures are established and maintained.
Risk management in project execution encompasses the identification, assessment, and mitigation of potential security threats to ensure project objectives are met without compromise. This involves evaluating vulnerabilities, analyzing potential impacts, and implementing proactive measures to safeguard resources, data, and personnel throughout the project lifecycle. Professionals in this role must possess analytical skills to detect risks, strategic planning abilities to develop response protocols, and strong communication to coordinate with stakeholders and ensure compliance with security policies. They are responsible for monitoring ongoing risks, adjusting strategies as needed, and documenting procedures to maintain transparency and accountability in risk mitigation efforts.
Develop and execute comprehensive security assurance strategies to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with established policies and regulations. Conduct systematic evaluations to identify vulnerabilities and implement corrective measures to enhance the overall security posture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security best practices into organizational processes and workflows. Maintain up-to-date documentation of security policies, procedures, and incident response plans to support audit readiness and regulatory adherence.
You will collaborate with Security Leads, Advisers, and Coordinators from both the corporate and maritime security teams to continuously assess threats, evaluate risks, and develop tailored mitigations. These efforts will ensure the project benefits from a cost-efficient, practical security solution that effectively manages risks to As Low As Reasonably Practicable (ALARM) standards, while keeping all stakeholders informed of the associated risks.
What You’ll Be Doing
You will oversee security measures and manage projects to support growth initiatives throughout their development, execution, and transition phases, ensuring that security risks are systematically identified, aligned with other project risks, and mitigated to As Low As Reasonably Practicable (ALARM) levels in accordance with corporate and industry standards. You will play a key role in project decision-making, quality assurance, cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring readiness for delivery. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Lead and oversee the process of identifying, evaluating, and formulating security risk mitigation strategies in accordance with the project’s risk management framework, ensuring these efforts are in harmony with project goals, timelines, cost constraints, and a proactive approach to risk management to achieve ALARM. Participate actively in preDG4 cadence meetings and provide assistance to package leads to drive consistent and effective risk mitigation across the project.
Supply security-focused guidance within collaborative integration workshops, project evaluations, and strategic planning sessions to guarantee the incorporation of security protocols throughout engineering, logistics, execution, and operational phases, which includes active involvement in daily integrated logistics planning for project transportation.
Provide support in fulfilling all security requirements and documentation throughout ORS Decision Gates (DG1–DG5), ensuring smooth transition of deliverables from the preDG3 phase to the execution stage and contributing to prestartup/handover security risk assessments.
Ensure adherence to Group Security Standards and the SEAM Framework by rigorously assessing and implementing advanced security technologies and proven industry methodologies to bolster overall security resilience, streamline lifecycle expenses, and fortify the organization’s defensive capabilities.
We are responsible for directly overseeing and validating the efficacy of company and contractor security plans, conducting Security LOD1 assurance for all project activities and movements, and ensuring consistent application of mitigations in alignment with approved plans to manage risks to As Low As Reasonably Practicable (ALARM).
Monitor the efficacy of physical security protocols at the project site, ensuring they effectively deter, deny, detect, delay, and respond to potential threats. Collaborate daily with Security Coordinators and Intelligence teams to exchange and analyze threat intelligence, while coordinating with the Tonga FASO and Security Operations Centre to uphold a unified operational perspective across Skin operations.
Partner with contractor security teams and Project Site Security Coordinators to verify that GSA’s and purpose-built security vessels are both accessible and operationally suitable, coordinate emergency response efforts, perform periodic security drills, and enforce the adoption of lessons learned and recommendations.
Deliver VPSHR briefings to GSA’s and report any violations to enhance governance and operational readiness, and provide deputized support for the Project Security Manager on Tonga North Project activities as needed.
What You Bring
A recognized institution’s bachelor’s degree is preferred, while a postgraduate qualification in a relevant field and professional industrial security certifications—such as PASO, PSP, or CPP from BASIS or an equivalent credential—are advantageous.
A minimum of four years of pertinent experience is required, with at least two years dedicated to project delivery roles in leading consulting firms or data-centric industry settings.
Demonstrates exceptional proficiency in project management, analytics, strategic planning, interpersonal communication, and professional writing, coupled with a proven ability to foster seamless collaboration across diverse teams to drive successful outcomes.
Proficiency in the Exploration & Production (E&P) sector, especially within the Niger Delta and Gulf of Guinea regions, is required, with prior experience in energy, infrastructure, or regulated industries considered advantageous.
Proficient knowledge of security and geopolitical dynamics within the Niger Delta region of Nigeria and the Gulf of Guinea is essential.
Demonstrates strong computing skills, encompassing data management, database creation and upkeep, utilization of activity planning tools, and familiarity with Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint, alongside digital collaboration and reporting tools.
Proven ability to oversee security logistics and escort services for both onshore and offshore operations, demonstrating adaptability to travel and remote work demands as needed.
Demonstrates adaptability to integrate preDG3 responsibilities with ongoing project security measures as required.
What We Offer
At Shell, you’ll leverage your expertise alongside a team of driven, high-caliber professionals tackling one of the world’s most critical challenges. This role offers a platform to cultivate the skills necessary for your professional growth in a culture that upholds honesty, integrity, and mutual respect. Here, you’ll align your priorities effectively, empowering yourself to reach your full potential.
Evolve professionally while contributing to the global energy transition alongside a collaborative team.
Strive to expand your professional capabilities in ways that enhance your long-term career prospects.
Engage with the latest technological advancements, industry trends, and innovative methodologies at the cutting edge of the field.
Work alongside seasoned professionals possessing specialized knowledge and diverse skill sets to achieve shared objectives.
In a values-driven environment that prioritizes personal growth and authenticity, seize the opportunity to cultivate your professional excellence while aligning with the organization’s core principles.
Enjoy the flexibility of adaptable working hours alongside the convenience of remote or mobile work arrangements.
Deliver exceptional performance with the advantage of a highly competitive initial salary and yearly salary increments linked to individual performance—our comprehensive compensation and benefits offerings are widely recognized as industry-leading.
Enjoy access to comprehensive paid parental leave benefits, available to all eligible employees, including non-birthing parents.
Advance your career through a variety of opportunities spanning both national and international teams, fostering professional development at every stage.
Access a diverse array of learning and professional growth opportunities through a comprehensive selection of training and development initiatives.
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Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
Experience Required
4 years
