Wasim Haider

Senior Security, Safety, Access (NoC/MoU), and Operations professional with over twenty‑five (25) years of progressive experience across defence, UN‑aligned humanitarian operations, and international NGOs. Demonstrated expertise in Security Risk Management (SRM), Safety & Security Operations, Duty of Care, Access Management, Crisis & Incident Response, Administration, Logistics and HR coordination in complex and high‑risk environments. Extensive experience working with UN agencies, INGOs, diplomatic missions and national authorities in Pakistan and Afghanistan.

Proven ability to advise senior management, develop security frameworks, and ensure compliance with UNSMS, UNDSS and donor requirements.

Manager – National Security - International Medical Corps (IMC) - Islamabad, Pakistan

(2025-01)

Leading national-level security risk management and access for IMC operations in Pakistan.

• Translating global security frameworks into a country-level security strategy aligned with operational priorities and risk appetite
• Providing strategic security advice to Country Leadership and senior management in line with IMC global security policies
• Leading Security Risk Assessments (SRAs), Area Security Plans, SOPs and contingency planning for country operations
• Establishing security KPIs, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms to inform senior leadership decision-making
• Leading multi-site security operations oversight, including guard force management (in-house and outsourced) and vendor performance monitoring
• Monitoring security trends, analyze threats and provide timely advisories to support safe programme delivery
• Ensuring alignment with national regulatory requirements, life safety standards, and EHS considerations and coordinating closely with UNDSS, UN agencies, government authorities, law enforcement and NGO security forums
• Overseeing incident management, reporting, escalation and lessons‑learned processes
• Delivering security inductions, briefings and evacuation drills for national and international staff
• Ensuring duty of care compliance for staff movement, field missions and residential security

Director Security & Administration - Ministry of Defence - Peshawar / Islamabad, Pakistan

(2021-01 - 2024-12)

Oversaw physical security, access control, incident management, administration, logistics, and HR coordination for sensitive installations and large operational clusters. Conducted threat assessments and advised senior leadership.

• Led security management, physical protection and access control for sensitive installations and personnel
• Conducted threat assessments, vulnerability analyses and risk mitigation planning
• Managed large administrative clusters including HR coordination, logistics and facilities management
• Established incident reporting systems and crisis response mechanisms
• Coordinated with civil administration, law enforcement agencies and international counterparts
• Delivered security briefings and training to enhance institutional preparedness
• Coordinating high-level visits, VIP movements, and major institutional events with relevant authorities
• Advising on infrastructure and site security enhancements, embedding risk mitigation measures into facility planning ("Security by Design")
• Leading capacity building initiatives, mentoring security focal points, and strengthening succession planning
• Facilitating visa/security clearances and maintaining structured liaison with civil administration and intelligence agencies for operational continuity

Deputy Director Security & Administration - Ministry of Defence - Peshawar / Islamabad, Pakistan

(2017-01 - 2020-12)

Assistant Director Security & Administration - Ministry of Defence - Peshawar / Islamabad, Pakistan

(2014-01 - 2016-12)

Security & Administrative Officer - Ministry of Defence - Peshawar / Islamabad, Pakistan

(2009-01 - 2013-12)

In-charge Officer – Security, Operations & Administration - Pakistan Air Force (PAF)

(2004-01 - 2008-12)

Managed security operations, logistics coordination, and emergency preparedness at unit and base levels.

• Managed base‑level security operations, emergency preparedness and access control
• Coordinated logistics, personnel administration and occupational health & safety measures
• Supported inter‑agency coordination during joint operations and national emergencies
• Promoting organizational learning through structured after-action reviews and security knowledge sharing platforms

Junior In-charge Officer – Security, Operations & Administration - Pakistan Air Force (PAF)

(1999-01 - 2003-12)

Security & Coordination Officer - UNHCR / UNICEF - Pakistan & Afghanistan

(2011-01 - 2013-12)

MPhil - Media Studies - Riphah International University (2024-01 - 2025-12)

MSc - War Studies & Social Sciences - National Defence University (2016-01 - 2018-12)

BSc - General Aviation & Computer Sciences - University of Peshawar (1997-01 - 1999-12)