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Saravanaraj Thangamoney

Saravanaraj Thangamoney

Selangor,Malaysia

Summary

With over 15 years of experience in airline, airport, and corporate security, I have a proven track record of optimizing policies, reducing incidents, and enhancing security for facilities, personnel, and passengers.

My expertise includes:

  • Strategic Leadership: Skilled in strategic planning and risk mitigation, ensuring full compliance with national and international security standards, including ICAO and IATA regulations.
  • Crisis Management: Adept at managing emergencies and making critical decisions under high-pressure situations to ensure seamless operations.
  • Operational Excellence: Experienced in implementing advanced security systems and leading cross-functional teams to maintain rigorous operational standards.
  • Training & Development: Focused on personnel training and development to foster a culture of vigilance and safety.
  • Adaptability: A bilingual and versatile professional with a strong record of delivering results in complex, fast-paced environments.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Security Manager (Compliance Standard & Operation)

AirAsia Bhd
Selangor, Malaysia
2021.04 - 2026.02
  • Develop and update AirAsia’s Security Programme, Training Programme, Quality Control Programme and SOP's to address deficiencies and align with national and international security requirements.
  • Ensure that the security program is up-to-date and has received approval from AirAsia’s CEO and relevant state authorities.
  • Regularly evaluate and inspect the security program to ensure its effectiveness, promoting internal security audits and improvements.
  • Implement and oversee thorough and efficient security measures at each airport where AirAsia operates.
  • Ensure that all personnel with security responsibilities receive adequate training.
  • Stay informed about applicable aviation security legislation and regulations in the geographic areas served by AirAsia.
  • Implement and oversee cybersecurity measures to protect AirAsia’s systems and data.
  • Oversee the management of the entire security system, including CCTV, ViMS, and access card systems.
  • Oversee team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations.
  • Kept team compliant with security protocols and appearance standards.
  • Conducted drills to keep security staff on alert and proficient with established plans.
  • Investigated incidents and write reports.
  • Administrative functions, business management and inventory control by enhancing planning and allocation of resources.
  • Liaised with corporate headquarters on compliance with manpower, travel, replacements and operational requirements.
  • Developed improved training methods with focus on public safety and officer awareness.
  • Served as liaison with government officials, company negotiators and other departments to maintain big picture understanding of security needs covering all corporate assets.
  • Oversee contract negotiations, budget implementation, disciplinary reviews, training and manpower work schedules.
  • Verified excellence in regards to security programs, strategies and plans within fast-paced and high-risk environments.
  • Completed vulnerability scans to identify at-risk systems and remediate issues.
  • Streamlined communication amongst staff with regular training and updates.
  • Led crisis management drills regularly, ensuring preparedness in case of emergencies.
  • Provided strategic guidance on matters of risk management to reduce vulnerabilities.
  • Trained new hires on organizational security policies ensuring compliance with set standards.
  • Conducted audits of existing systems, identified opportunities for improvement in security infrastructure.
  • Kept abreast with latest trends in corporate security to maintain up-to-date systems and processes.
  • Identified potential security risks, enhanced overall company protection.
  • Planned revenue generation strategies designed for growth.

Security Executive

AirAsia Bhd
Selangor, Malaysia
2010.10 - 2021.11
  • Monitor and coordinate security activates, incidents, audits, security surveillance and reporting management.
  • Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
  • Conducted frequent security audits to identify potential problems related to physical security, staff safety, and asset protection.
  • Oversee team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations.
  • Prepared and submitted reports to keep management informed of security activities and developments.
  • Developed and implemented security policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for operations and maintain quality standards.
  • Monitored alarm systems and CCTV footage to enable prompt attention and response.
  • Conducted regular patrols of facility to detect and deter security threats.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to prevent and respond to security incidents.
  • Monitored and approved access control systems for accessibility to authorized personnel.
  • Collaborated with management to develop security policies and procedures.
  • Coordinated with security personnel or other departments to establish safety of visitors and staff.
  • Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points.
  • Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
  • Conducted training sessions for new security personnel to facilitate compliance with security protocols.
  • Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.

Assistant Engineer

Smart Modular
Penang, Malaysia
2004.07 - 2010.09
  • Maintained timely and accurate oral and written technical reports of engineering activities.
  • Kept project leaders regularly updated with progress, maintaining open, productive communication.
  • Administered construction contracts and provided direction to contractors.
  • Checked to verify all materials used in projects met quality standards.
  • Worked closely with team to implement changes in process design, completing within tight deadlines.
  • Monitored quality and progress of consultants' and handled disbursements of payments for completed work.
  • Prepared construction drawings using AutoCAD drafting software to assist in preparation of civil engineering designs.
  • Compiled engineering and other data useful to project progress for use by other staff members.
  • Scheduled repairs for faulty equipment and developed preventative maintenance plan to minimise work disruptions.
  • Performed calculations and computations and submitted to senior engineer for review.
  • Handled production and maintenance of Quality Management System site records.
  • Conducted special studies or research to solve customer service problems.

Education

Certificate of Higher Education - Professional Certificates

ICAO/IATA
Malaysia, Singapore, China
06.2012

Higher National Diploma - Electrical & Electronic ( Computer Engineering)

RIFA International College
Georgetown

Certificate of Higher Education - Electric & Electronic (Computer Engineering))

Informatics International College
Georgetown
2005

Skills

  • Security resource management
  • Security procedures, compliance and standards
  • Security officer training
  • Training management
  • National and International audits
  • Company risk mitigation
  • Investigative skills
  • CCTV surveillance
  • Access control
  • Law enforcement
  • Security team leadership
  • Emergency response
  • Staff assessments

Education

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Accomplishments

  • Successfully coordinated and delivered enterprise-wide security system projects (CCTV and Access Card Systems) for AirAsia KLIA2 Airport, AirAsia Headquarters (RedQ), AirAsia REDCHAIN, and AirAsia ADE MRO.
  • Led and completed new station and AOC security setups, including AAC, Dhaka, and multiple international stations, ensuring full operational readiness and regulatory compliance.
  • Played a key role in the successful completion of national and international audits, inspections, and assessments, including CAAM regulatory audits, ICAO USAP audits, IATA IOSA audits, ISMS audits, and internal security station audits.
  • Standardized security systems and operational frameworks across all AirAsia Operating Centers (AOCs) to ensure consistency, compliance, and operational efficiency.
  • Implemented a new interactive daily operations reporting system, significantly reducing manual reporting, improving accuracy, and minimizing paper usage.
  • Streamlined security workflows by consolidating lengthy processes and eliminating redundant documentation, resulting in faster turnaround times and improved operational effectiveness.

Certification

Professional Certificates

Basic Aviation Security Course - Malaysia- 2010

AVSEC Crisis Management - Malaysia -2011

Security Systems Management - Australia- 2012

ICAO Inspector Course - China- 2014

ICAO Instructor Course - China-2014

IATA Train the Trainer- Malaysia- 2015

Airport Security Management (Antiterrorism US Diplomatic) - 2016

IATA Security Management System SeMS- Malaysia-2018

IATA Aviation CyberSecurity - Singapore-2019

Languages

English, Tamil, Malay
Native language
English
Fluent
Tamil
Fluent
Malay
Fluent
Saravanaraj Thangamoney