Director of Facility Security Job Description UAE 2025
A Director of Facility Security in UAE earns between AED 300,000 and AED 540,000 per year. The role leads physical security across a large property portfolio, managing access control, CCTV, guard forces, and incident response in compliance with Dubai Police and Abu Dhabi Police security licensing frameworks.
The Director of Facility Security role in UAE operates under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) regulates all mainland employment contracts.
All employment contracts in UAE must comply with Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. Mainland UAE roles require Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) approved contracts. End-of-service gratuity is 21 days per year for the first 5 years and 30 days per year thereafter.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Director of Facility Security earn in UAE?
A Director of Facility Security in UAE earns AED 300,000–540,000 per year. Roles in Abu Dhabi government-linked organisations and large multinational corporations pay at the upper end. Free zone and private sector roles pay at the lower to mid range.
What experience does a Director of Facility Security need in UAE?
UAE employers require 12–18 years of relevant experience for Director of Facility Security positions. Candidates with professional qualifications and UAE or GCC market experience are preferred.
How does RFS recruit Director of Facility Securitys?
RFS sources Director of Facility Security candidates from its UAE facilities management network. A shortlist of 3 to 5 pre-screened candidates is delivered within 48 to 72 hours. The retained search fee is 15 to 18 percent of first-year total compensation.
What a Facility Security Director does in UAE
A Facility Security Director in UAE leads the physical security function for a corporate campus, developer portfolio, or critical infrastructure asset, overseeing access control, guarding, CCTV, and emergency response in compliance with UAE Ministry of Interior and Abu Dhabi Police security regulations.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the physical security programme for all UAE facilities including access control, guarding, and CCTV
- Manage security operations team including security supervisors, control room operators, and guards
- Ensure compliance with UAE Ministry of Interior private security company regulations
- Manage security contractor performance including guarding company KPIs and compliance
- Lead security risk assessment and threat evaluation for UAE facilities
- Oversee CCTV system management, retention policies, and UAE data protection compliance
- Manage access control systems and visitor management for UAE corporate sites
- Lead emergency response planning and conduct regular security drills
- Coordinate with UAE Police, Civil Defence, and government security authorities on incidents
- Present security risk assessments and incident reports to the COO and Audit Committee
Qualifications required
- Bachelor degree in security management or equivalent military/law enforcement qualification
- CPP (Certified Protection Professional) or PSP qualification preferred
- 10 to 15 years security management experience with at least 4 years as Security Director in UAE
- UAE Ministry of Interior security licence awareness and private security company regulation knowledge
- Physical security technology experience (PSIM, CCTV, access control, intruder detection)
- Arabic language skills strongly preferred for UAE police coordination and security workforce management
- Experience managing large guarding contracts in UAE commercial or industrial properties
- UAE military, police, or critical infrastructure security background preferred
Facility Security Director salary by employer type in UAE
| Employer type | Annual salary (AED) |
|---|---|
| Government-linked entity or critical infrastructure (UAE) | 480,000–860,000 |
| Large UAE corporate or financial institution | 400,000–740,000 |
| Developer or hospitality security (UAE) | 360,000–680,000 |
| Security service company or IFM provider UAE | 300,000–560,000 |
Contract terms for this role in UAE
Facility Security Director roles carry a 90 day notice period in UAE. Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 governs end-of-service gratuity at 21 days basic salary per year for the first five years.
Hire a Director of Facility Security in UAE or Saudi Arabia
RFS delivers a shortlist in 48 to 72 hours. Retained search fee: 15 to 18 percent of first-year total compensation. 6-month replacement guarantee.
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UAE Market Data — Director of Facility Security 2025
Salary Range (AED/month)
AED 8,000 – 40,000 (varies by seniority)
Tax-free. Source: Michael Page UAE 2026, Indeed UAE 2025
Industry
Facilities — UAE & GCC
Required Certifications (UAE Market)
CFM (Certified Facility Manager) / FMP. PMP for large projects. NEBOSH for HSE-adjacent roles. LEED for sustainability roles.
UAE-Specific Regulatory Skills
UAE Fire and Life Safety Code, Dubai Civil Defence regulations, DEWA (Dubai Electricity and Water Authority) compliance, Abu Dhabi ADWEA standards, Green Building Regulations (Dubai Municipality).
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