Risk Management Manager Balad

GardaWorld

Role Requirements
Skills & Competencies
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct detailed risk assessments across operational and strategic levels
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication, suitable for senior leadership and cross-functional teams
• High attention to detail, especially in dynamic and high-pressure environments
• Confident and sound decision-making under time-sensitive and high-risk conditions
• Strong situational awareness and understanding of geopolitical factors affecting operations
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in multi-national, cross-cultural teams
• Adaptable and resilient in austere, post-conflict, or expeditionary settings
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and risk-specific tools
• Maintains the highest level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive or classified information
• Well-versed in operational and military protocols, enabling seamless coordination in joint or multinational environments
Essential Requirements
• Bachelor s degree in Risk Management, Security Studies, International Relations, Business, or a related discipline (Master s preferred)
• 3 5 years of professional experience in risk analysis, security management, or operational planning, preferably in a military, diplomatic, or expeditionary context
• Working knowledge of recognised risk management frameworks (e.g., ISO 31000, DoD RMF)
• Demonstrated ability to think critically and solve complex problems under pressure
• Capable of operating autonomously and within multidisciplinary teams in high-stress or high-threat environments
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with strong Excel and PowerPoint skills for data analysis and presentation
Desirable Qualifications
• Previous experience working in military or diplomatic Security Operations Centres (SOC) or control room environments
• Familiarity with Iraq s operational terrain, security architecture, and current threat landscape
• Prior deployment to forward operating bases (FOBs) or post-conflict theatres
• Experience supporting or integrating base defence systems, emergency planning, or incident response
• Practical use of risk management platforms such as ARM, LogicManager, or RiskWatch
Services
Services provided by the contractor shall include, but not be limited to, the provision of strategic risk management, threat analysis, and operational resilience planning to support leadership decision-making and mission assurance at Balad, Iraq. The Risk Manager is responsible for overseeing the identification, analysis, and mitigation of a wide range of risks security, operational, logistical, and compliance across base activities. This role ensures operational continuity in a dynamic environment through robust risk frameworks, close coordination with key stakeholders, and alignment with international standards and host-nation regulations.
Services the contractor can expect to carry out, but are not limited to, are as follows:
• Lead comprehensive risk assessments across all operational domains including physical security, logistics, infrastructure, cyber systems, and personnel safety.
• Develop and maintain a live risk register with clearly defined mitigation strategies and response actions.
• Monitor evolving threat landscapes and geopolitical developments that may impact operational security or business continuity.
• Advise leadership on strategic risk trends, vulnerabilities, and scenario planning to support proactive decision-making.
• Conduct incident investigations, root cause analyses, and post-incident reviews to inform continuous improvement of risk controls.
• Provide regular threat briefings and risk dashboards to senior stakeholders and operational teams.
• Ensure compliance with relevant frameworks such as ISO 31000, ISO 18788, and other applicable regulatory and contractual obligations.
• Maintain key risk documentation including SOPs, contingency plans, SITREPs, and risk communication protocols.
• Coordinate with military, diplomatic, and civilian counterparts to ensure integrated risk awareness and response across departments.
• Support testing and evaluation of emergency management systems, evacuation procedures, and crisis response drills.
• Demonstrate high-level analytical, communication, and leadership skills while operating under pressure in high-threat environments.
• Promote a culture of risk awareness, ethical conduct, and compliance across all levels of the operation.