Job description

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.
Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

Position Purpose
The Regional Chief Security Officer (RCSO) leads security and strategic intelligence for the Regional Office. The role protects the Group’s people, operations, assets, information, reputation and supply chains while providing senior management with timely geopolitical and security analysis. 

Within delegated authority, the RCSO may immediate protective measures and advise some relevant recommendations where risks exceed the Group’s accepted tolerance.
Key Responsibilities

Strategic IntelligenceMonitor geopolitical, military, political and security developments affecting the Group.Produce executive assessments, early-warning reports, risk analyses and crisis briefings.Translate intelligence into actionable recommendations and contingency measures.In coordination with the Headquarter, advise Group Management, Regional Directors and Country General Managers during sensitive situations.

People ProtectionOversee the protection of employees, seafarers, contractors and business travellers.Manage travel risks, security briefings, staff tracking and escalation protocols.Develop and test relocation, evacuation and emergency communication plans.Coordinate responses to threats, detention, civil unrest, conflict or medical-security incidents.

Security Governance
Implement Group security policies and minimum standards across both regions.In accordance with Headquarter, lead security assessments covering countries, offices, ports, terminals and supply chains.Maintain regional risk registers, country ratings and mitigation plans.Advise on physical security, access control, guarding, CCTV and secure transportation.
Monitor security providers and local security focal points.
Crisis Management and Business ContinuityLead the regional security response in coordination with the Headquarter during major incidents and crises.Ensure rapid escalation, executive reporting and coordinated protective action.Maintain and exercise crisis, evacuation and security-continuity plans.Conduct post-incident reviews and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
Operations Protection and InvestigationsProtect sites, cargo and logistics operations.Prevent supply-chain contamination.Lead investigations involving criminal activity, insider threats or information compromise.Recommend additional protection, alternative routes, operating restrictions or temporary suspension where required.Support counterintelligence and the protection of sensitive corporate interests.
Institutional LiaisonDevelop senior-level relationships with authorities.Represent GSI and the Group before relevant authorities and security partners.Coordinate with Legal, Compliance, Ethics, HR, HSE, Insurance, IT/Cybersecurity, Communications and Public Affairs.Decision AuthorityWithin delegated authority, the RCSO may direct immediate protective measures and recommend travel restrictions, relocation, evacuation, site closure or suspension of activities where risks exceed the Group’s accepted tolerance.Candidate Profile10 + years’ experience in diplomacy, security, intelligence, defence, law enforcement, diplomacy or crisis management.Strong expertise in geopolitical analysis, people protection, investigations, supply-chain security and business continuity.Outstanding communication skills combined with strong judgment, enabling effective counsel to senior executives in complex, high-risk environments.Strong knowledge of the regions covered, combined with high standards of integrity and discretion.Fluent French and English and willingness to travel frequently; Regional languages are an asset. 

Come along on CMA CGM’s adventure !