SEP2602 ASSIGNMENT 2 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) SEMESTER 2 2024 - DUE 20 SEPTEMBER
2024
QUESTION 1
A comprehensive security plan consists of four key components:
1. Physical Security: This includes measures to protect assets from physical
threats such as theft, vandalism, or unauthorized access. Common tools
include surveillance cameras, alarms, locks, and barriers.
2. Personnel Security: Ensuring the trustworthiness and reliability of individuals
with access to critical information or assets. This may involve background
checks, training, and enforcing access controls.
3. Policy: Clear security policies set the rules and guidelines for protecting assets,
data, and personnel. These policies outline acceptable behavior, access levels,
and the consequences of violations.
4. Procedures: These are step-by-step instructions on how to respond to security
threats or incidents, ensuring quick, organized, and efficient reactions to
emergencies or breaches.
Together, these components ensure a well-rounded approach to addressing security
risks.
QUESTION 2
2.1.
According to Sennewald (1998:87-88), job descriptions should provide clear and
comprehensive details about the position. These descriptions include:
Objective of the Position: A clear statement of the role's purpose and goals.
Dimension of the Position: The scope, size, and extent of the position's
influence or control.
Nature and Scope of Position: This includes:
o Position in the Organization: Where the role fits within the hierarchy.
o Mission and Environment: The mission of the role and the operating
environment.
, SEP2602 ASSIGNMENT 2 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) SEMESTER 2 2024 - DUE 20 SEPTEMBER
2024
o Specific Function of the Position: Key duties and responsibilities.
o Subordinates' Functions: The roles of individuals reporting to the
position.
o Primary Challenges: Obstacles or key challenges faced by the position.
o Authority Vested: The level of decision-making power associated with
the role.
o Relationships: Key internal and external relationships the role
maintains.
Requisites: The qualifications, skills, and experience required for the role.
Principal Responsibilities: The main tasks and duties that the role must
perform.
Including these elements ensures clarity about the position and helps align
expectations for both the employer and the employee.
2.2.
Job Description for a Chief Protection Officer (CPO) at ABC Manufacturing
Position: Chief Protection Officer (CPO)
Objective: To develop, implement, and manage security strategies and protocols to
safeguard ABC Manufacturing’s assets, personnel, and information.
Dimension: The CPO oversees security operations across multiple locations and
ensures compliance with security policies and procedures.
Nature and Scope:
Position in the Organization: Reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Mission and Environment: Ensures a secure working environment,
preventing theft, unauthorized access, and other breaches.
Specific Function: Manages the security team, oversees access control
systems, and investigates security incidents.
