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Principal Security Officer Job KICD

Job Title: Principal Security Officer
Date Posted: 22/09/2026
Job Type: Full Time
Job Level: Management
Employer: Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development
Industry: Security
Salary: Open
Location: Nairobi
Country: Kenya
Deadline: 09/10/2026

Security Jobs, KICD Jobs. Principal Security Officer Jobs. Principal Security Officer manages security protocols, coordinates safety operations, and conducts risk assessments, requiring a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology/Security Management, Senior Management Course, and 6+ years experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and oversee security and safety matters at KICD, including implementation and review of security policies, procedures, standards and operational measures.
  • Develop, implement and review the Institute’s security risk management framework, disaster management and emergency preparedness programmes, and annual security audit plans.
  • Conduct periodic security reviews, inspections and audits to assess compliance with established standards, identify vulnerabilities and recommend appropriate security and risk mitigation measures.
  • Coordinate security intelligence, investigations and management of security incidents, and liaise with relevant security agencies and authorities on investigations, prosecution and other security matters.
  • Develop and implement measures to prevent unauthorised access, protect Institute personnel, assets and facilities, and enhance overall security and safety.
  • Supervise and monitor contracted security officers and ensure effective deployment, performance, discipline and compliance with KICD security requirements.
  • Liaise with relevant security agencies to facilitate training, capacity building and professional development of security personnel.
  • Coordinate the preparation and submission of periodic security reports, including quarterly reports, and provide recommendations on emerging security risks and required interventions.
  • Maintain accurate security records, incident reports, audit findings and other relevant security documentation to support monitoring, accountability and decision-making.
  • Perform any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the Institute’s mandate.

Requirements

  • Cumulative service period of nine (9) years’ relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been at the grade of Security Officer I, KICD Grade 6 or comparable position;
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology or an equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
  • Served in the discipline forces at the rank of Inspector or an equivalent position;
  • Undergone a six (6) weeks Security Investigation Course at the DCI Training School or an equivalent security training from a recognized Institution;
  • Certificate of Good Conduct from the National Police Service;
  • Management course lasting not less than 4 weeks;
  • A person of high integrity with no criminal record;
  • Proficiency in computer applications; and
  • Demonstrated professional competence in security work as reflected in work performance and results

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit their applications for the advertised position(s) at the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD). All applications MUST be addressed to the

Director/Chief Executive Officer, Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development,P.O. Box 30231–00100, Nairobi, and submitted through the designated virtual application link

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