Chief Security Officer

Chief Security Officer

Location: Paris – La Garenne-Colombes

About ENGIE and Supply & Energy Management

ENGIE, a global leader in low‑carbon energy and services, relies on its Global Business Unit Supply & Energy Management (GBU S&EM) to provide reliable, sustainable, and affordable energy to all its customers. The strategic unit optimises the Group’s and its clients’ production assets and designs tailored energy solutions for 200,000 B2B clients and 15 million consumers. The GBU leverages ENGIE’s assets to deliver secure and sustainable energy to its B2B and B2C customers, using its expertise in energy management to provide decarbonised electricity 24/7.

Context

Within ENGIE, the GBU S&EM plays a key role in delivering reliable, sustainable, and competitive energy solutions by optimising Group assets and developing innovative solutions. The Chief Security Officer (CSO) reports to the Executive Committee and to the Group Security and Economic Intelligence Department (DSIE). The CSO prepares the annual or multi‑year budget for the security action plan, defines objectives, plans, implements, coordinates, organizes, manages and reports on all security activities within the entity and its subsidiaries.

Key Responsibilities

• Advises the entity’s Director and Executive Committee members on all security‑related matters.
• Ensures deployment of the Group Security Policy within the entity and aligns action plans with group directives.
• Maintains relationships with local authorities and administrations in the countries where the entity operates.
• Maintains regular interaction with DSIE and collaborates with regional security hubs, other ENGIE CSOs, participating in monthly meetings, incident reporting and escalation of significant events.
• Identifies, assesses and anticipates actual and potential threats affecting personnel, assets and facilities; implements appropriate responses and reports alerts and trends to management and DSIE.
• Monitors local regulations, technological developments and emerging threats; contributes to DSIE threat intelligence and facilitates the sharing of relevant intelligence information.
• Ensures appropriate physical protection measures are implemented across sites (access control, CCTV, alarm systems, locking systems, etc.).
• Contributes to maintaining a safe environment for all employees, including local staff and expatriates, and provides business travellers with appropriate guidance and security alerts.
• Supports protection of sensitive and strategic information by raising awareness, contributing to data mapping, supporting classification processes, and leading or contributing to investigations in case of data breaches.
• Prepares for security crisis management and may participate in crisis response teams.
• Conducts annual internal control self‑assessments, identifies gaps and defines mitigation plans.
• Oversees security aspects of major events.
• Develops, where necessary, specific security policies, procedures and plans in compliance with group rules and local regulations.
• Conducts third‑party audits (security providers) and due diligence processes, sharing results with DSIE when required.
• Supports business development teams in identifying and mitigating security risks related to projects and operations.
• Establishes an annual security risk mapping (people, infrastructure, information) and submits it to DSIE.
• Advise the Executive Committee on regulatory changes impacting security practices and decision‑making.
• Shares lessons learned with DSIE and the security network to support continuous improvement.

Profile

• University degree (minimum Bachelor’s, preferably Master’s).
• At least 10 years of experience in security, gained within government institutions (military, police, etc.) or the private sector, complemented by recognised certifications (e.g., CPP).
• Proven ability to combine strategic thinking with operational execution.
• Strong expertise in strategic and operational planning, as well as management.
• Ability to work under pressure and high availability in crisis situations.
• Fluent in English with good working knowledge of French.
• Ability to work in a matrix environment and collaborate across diverse teams and functions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Autonomous, well‑organised, and able to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to operate in remote or challenging environments, including industrial on‑shore and offshore sites.
• Good understanding of the geographical areas where the entity operates.
• Willingness to travel regularly.

Why join us

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and gender‑neutral environment where everyone’s potential can thrive. All our positions are open to people with disabilities. If you require any reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter—we will be happy to support you.

About ENGIE

ENGIE is a global leader in low‑carbon energy and services, committed to accelerating the transition toward a carbon‑neutral world. Our purpose is clear: to reduce energy consumption and develop more sustainable solutions that reconcile economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet. We rely on our core businesses—gas, power, renewable energy, and services—to deliver competitive, tailored solutions worldwide. With 96,000 employees and a strong network of partners and stakeholders, ENGIE is more than a company: we are a community of “Imaginative Builders,” working every day to create harmonious and sustainable progress.

Business Unit, Division, and Legal Information

Business Unit: Supply & Energy ManagementDivision: S&EM LEGAL & ETHICSLegal Entity: ENGIE Global Markets S.A.S.