Careers — FAO Security Services Limited

Careers at FAO Security Services: Build a career in professional security.

Join a veteran-led team protecting lives, assets and reputations across Nigeria. We're looking for disciplined, alert people who take pride in the uniform.

Security officer on duty outside a corporate building

Trained.
Supervised.
Supported.

Why work with us

A security company that invests in its people

Competitive pay

We pay competitively because stable, well-paid officers do better work. It's how we keep strong teams together.

Training that continues

Training in access control, emergency response, fire prevention, first aid, defensive tactics and customer relations, with regular retraining.

Led by veterans

Learn from retired military, police and security professionals who run operations with clear command and high standards.

Never on your own

Supervisors and a 24-hour control room back you on every shift, and we don't post lone guards on exposed sites.

Roles we recruit for

Find your place on the team

12-hour shifts

Security Guard

Static guarding, access control, gate management, visitor screening and patrols at client sites, from offices and estates to banks and industrial facilities.

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Rotational / full-time

Beat & Site Supervisor

Lead officers across posts: routine and surprise inspections, post orders, incident reporting and quality assurance.

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12-hour shifts

Control Room / CCTV Operator

Monitor CCTV and alarms, keep guards, supervisors and management connected, and document incidents in real time.

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As assigned

Close Protection Officer

Discreet protection for executives, VIPs and diplomats, including route reconnaissance, movement planning and secure escort duties.

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Per event

Event Security Personnel

Stewards and protection teams for conferences, public events and private functions: crowd control, access regulation and VIP movement.

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As assigned

K9 Handler

Work alongside professionally trained security dogs at events and high-risk facilities.

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Openings change as we take on new client sites. Apply for the role that fits you best, and we'll contact you if there's a match.

What we look for

Fortitude, alertness and discipline

  • Discipline and integrity, on and off post
  • Alertness: you notice what's out of place and act on it
  • Willingness to undergo strict vetting and background checks
  • High standards of appearance: clean, pressed uniform and polished shoes
  • Courtesy and clear communication with the public
  • Readiness to work 12-hour day or night shifts
Veterans welcome

Retired military, police and security professionals make up most of our team. Your experience is valued here.

How to apply

The quickest way is our online form. Upload your ID, CV and passport photograph and you'll get your applicant number straight away. You can also email support@faosecurityservices.com.ng or send us a WhatsApp message.

If you apply by email or WhatsApp, include:

  • Your full name and phone number
  • The role you're applying for
  • Where you live (state and area)
  • Your experience, or your CV attached
  • Military, police or security service record, if any

Or visit our office: Suites G49/G51, Asokoro Modern Market, by Mogadishu Cantonment, Abuja.

What happens next

From application to your first post

  1. 1

    Apply

    Apply online, by email or on WhatsApp.

  2. 2

    Screening

    We review applications and contact suitable candidates.

  3. 3

    Vetting

    Strict background checks before anyone joins the team.

  4. 4

    Training

    Access control, emergency response, first aid, defensive tactics and customer relations.

  5. 5

    Deployment

    Take your post, with supervisors and the control room behind you.

Protect yourself from recruitment scams

We only contact applicants from support@faosecurityservices.com.ng, +234 901 822 2772 or +234 813 344 5239. If anyone asks you to pay money to get a job with FAO Security, don't pay. Report it to us.

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