Global-minded Security Consultant with military Special Forces background, having served as a Team Commander in the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF), with over 17 years’ experience in overseeing crisis and security management for clients across APAC and MENA
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CHRIS HENG
Corporate Security
Singapore
Summary
Overview
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Tiktok Pte. Ltd
GLOBAL EXECUTIVE PROTECTION LEAD (APAC)
10.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Spearheaded and meticulously executed the Byte Dance Executive Protection Program across the APAC region, ensuring the safety of high-profile Management Executives during local and international engagements
- Crafted comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures, encompassing emergency response protocols and crisis management strategies, enhancing the organization's resilience to potential threats
- Displayed astute decision-making by meticulously selecting and managing vendors, fostering strategic partnerships instrumental in the seamless execution of security operations and business continuity.
Augmented Information
DIRECTOR
01.2019 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Led a team of 4 specialized intelligence and security analysts overlooking the safety and security of clients working in the APAC region
- Key functions include dedicated geopolitical analysts of current threats, working with law enforcement teams and various cross-functional partners to protect the organisation’s people, property and assets
- Rolling out travel and security awareness training programs to clients employees in the APAC offices
- This exercise aimed to bolster employee confidence in conducting business and travel in the region
- Defined and implemented competitive business strategies and associated business plans that encompass a full range of operational security services that flow from our core expertise and which meet client need
- Drove the Augmented Information Embedded Consulting Services (ECS) practice across Asia Pacific to meet both growing demand and growth aspirations, as well as our Protective Services and Security Training businesses
- Assessed clients risk management processes and deliver actions for improvement; ensuring companies risk management processes are more appropriately tailored to support international operations.
Exellar
REGIONAL SECURITY MANAGER (APAC & MENA)
02.2017 - 12.2018
Job overview
- Responsible for business development and marketing activities as part of organization’s strategic plan; in charge of department’s regional P&L and strategic growth
- Assisted in the resolution of security risks, information security, and reputation risk space for clients as part of APAC’s crisis response team
- Delivered integral consultancy services to clients consisting of risk assessments, gap analysis, and crisis management plans
- Formulated, developed, and implemented potential crisis support measures and travel security training programmes (including kidnap and response training) to be taken during travel for clients in APAC and MENA
- Provided physical security, strategic, and analytical support for all client staff deployed in challenging locations within MENA and APAC
- Worked closely with Unity Resources Group Country Management Team in Baghdad for the implementation of Security Operation Centre to support Australia Embassy operations in Iraq.
Control Risks
SECURITY CONSULTANT, SOUTH IRAQ
07.2013 - 12.2015
Job overview
- Deployed security consultants to various districts to support oil and gas clients, ensuring the safety and security of assets and staff
- Ensured mobile operations were conducted according to Iraqi government, client, and Control Risk policies
- Conducted Control Risk’s Anti-Bribery and Corruption Training (ABC) for clients and employees.
Control Risks
MARITIME SECURITY CONSULTANT
12.2011 - 07.2013
Job overview
- Conducted comprehensive security assessments for maritime vessels prior to their audits by the International Ship and Port Authority (ISPS), ensuring ease of passage for client’s products
- Coordinated with various local government agencies on weapons import and export licences in accordance to Baltic and International Maritime Council (BIMCO) regulations
- Led teams of Indian maritime commandos to protect marine vessels and assets sailing through the Horn of Africa through delivering security and anti-piracy training.
Savills International
PROJECT SALES MANAGER
08.2008 - 11.2011
Job overview
- Overall management and liaison for a team of 120 real estate agents, real estate developers, attorneys, investors, advertising agencies, interior designers, potential buyers, public relationship companies
- Conducted market analysis locally and internationally for development opportunities
- Overall coordination of project development new Launch marketing campaign and sales activities.
Special Operations Force
TEAM COMMANDER
07.1999 - 07.2008
Job overview
- Developed and refined special warfare lesson plans in the field of military intelligence; updated special operations manuals, procured military equipment, advised governmental agencies, and provided logistical and administrative support
- Deployed to Banda Aceh, Indonesia, as part of Singapore Armed Forces HADR (Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief) mission- Operation Flying Eagles for Indian Ocean Tsunami Relief ; participated in overseas exercises in Brunei, Philippines, and Timor-Leste
- Conducted risk analysis in accordance with the military risk assessment model (CARVER); took part in bilateral exercises with foreign military counterparts.
Education
Temasek Polytechnic
Diploma in Biotechnology
University Overview
Stonebridge Associated College
Diploma in Security Management
University Overview
Leicester University
Post Graduate Certificate
University Overview
Skills
Security Risk Assessmentundefined
Professional Affiliations And Languages
Professional Affiliations And Languages
ASIS International, ASIS Singapore Chapter, The Security Institute, Multilingual; fluent in English, Mandarin and CantoneseProfessional Courses And Certifications
Professional Courses And Certifications
- ASIS Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Physical Protection Professional (PSP) and Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
- PMI Project Management Professional (PMP)
- DRI Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP)
- Control Risk Security Managers Course, BTEC Level 4
- Control Risks Kidnap Incident Management Course
- Military Intelligence Course
- Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO)
- Medicine in Remote Areas
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- Control Risks Hostile Environment Close Protection Course (HECPO)
Personal Information
Personal Information
Nationality: SingaporeanTimeline
GLOBAL EXECUTIVE PROTECTION LEAD (APAC)
Tiktok Pte. Ltd
10.2021 - Current
DIRECTOR
Augmented Information
01.2019 - 09.2021
REGIONAL SECURITY MANAGER (APAC & MENA)
Exellar
02.2017 - 12.2018
SECURITY CONSULTANT, SOUTH IRAQ
Control Risks
07.2013 - 12.2015
MARITIME SECURITY CONSULTANT
Control Risks
12.2011 - 07.2013
PROJECT SALES MANAGER
Savills International
08.2008 - 11.2011
TEAM COMMANDER
Special Operations Force
07.1999 - 07.2008
Temasek Polytechnic
Diploma in Biotechnology
01.2001
Stonebridge Associated College
Diploma in Security Management
01.2015
Leicester University
Post Graduate Certificate
01.2021
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