Chief Security Officer

What are the essential qualifications for a Chief Security Officer?

To be eligible for the Chief Security Officer position, you must be a Commissioned Officer of the Army/Navy/Air Force or a Deputy Superintendent of Police or Assistant Commandant of Police/Security Force. You need a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university. Additionally, you must have at least 15 years of relevant experience, with a minimum of five years in Pay Level-11 or at least 13 years in Pay Level-10.

Alternatively, you can have a Master's Degree from a recognized University with at least 55% marks and at least 15 years of relevant experience, including at least 07 years in a Supervisory capacity in Pay Level-11 or its equivalent in the Police or a large security organization, educational institution, university, or PSU.

Another option is a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University with at least 55% marks and at least 20 years of relevant experience, including at least 07 years in a Supervisory capacity in Pay Level-11 or its equivalent in the Police or a large security organization, educational institution, university, or PSU.

What are the other requirements for the Chief Security Officer role?

Besides the educational and experience criteria, you should be able to ride a motorcycle, motor car, and handle firearms. You must also be of sound health and conversant with security rules and procedures to deal with the Police and the Public.

Are there any desirable qualifications for this post?

Yes, desirable qualifications include training in conducting inquiries and investigations, managing contacts, and handling emergency situations like Fire Fighting, Rescue Operations, Floods, and Earthquakes. Possessing a Diploma certificate in Security operations, Fire safety, and disaster management from a recognized University/Institute is also considered desirable.

What is the age limit for this post?

The age limit for the Chief Security Officer post is 50 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per point 13 of Appendix A1 (Notification containing Provisions) on page no. 11 & 12 of Recruitment and Promotion Rules (Amendments) 2022 for Non-Academic Staff of the Institute.

How many vacancies are available for the Chief Security Officer post?

There is 01 vacancy for the Chief Security Officer post, categorized under UR (Unreserved).

What is the Pay Matrix and Pay Level for this post?

The Chief Security Officer post is in Pay Matrix and Pay Level 12 as per the 7th CPC.

What are the functional requirements and suitable disability categories for this post?

The functional requirements include S (Sitting), ST (Standing), and W (Walking). The post is suitable for persons with benchmark disabilities falling under categories like OA (One Arm), OL (One Leg), CP (Cerebral Palsy), LC (Leprosy Cured), Dw (Dwarfism), AAV (Acid Attack Victims), SLD (Specific Learning Disability), and MD (Multiple Disabilities) involving any of the aforementioned categories.