Dip-Arm Kannan Nair Cpo, Ato, Csso

Kannan Nair has a diverse work experience spanning over several roles and companies. Kannan Nair MBA , is currently serving as the Director - Operations at Spark Security Services since February 2017. In this role, they are responsible for implementing security risk and assurance processes and managing the physical man guarding program across the United Arab Emirates.

Prior to this, Kannan held the position of Operations Manager - UAE Operations at Spark Security Services from July 2012 to January 2017. Here, they managed a multinational security staff of around 5200 and oversaw the efficient and effective management of all aspects of physical security for the company's clients.

Before joining Spark Security Services, Kannan served as the Manager of the Yas Branch, Events & Training at Spark Security Services from March 2011 to June 2012. In this role, they supervised mobile supervisors, ensured effective operations and administration practices, conducted market surveys, and achieved sales targets.

Additionally, Kannan has worked as a Branch Manager at Spark Security Services and Al Ain from January 2010 to July 2010, as a Training & Events Manager and Project Manager at Spark Security Services from June 2006 to May 2009, and as a Training Officer at Emirates Security Services from August 2004 to June 2007. Kannan Nair MBA , also gained experience as a Security Supervisor at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre from June 1999 to January 2004, and as a Security Officer at AVM Security Services from January 1994 to April 1996.

Kannan Nair has a diverse education history. In 1998-1999, they obtained a Diploma in Computer Applications from JJ Computer Centre. From 2009-2010, they pursued a Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) degree in Project Management from 3 Fold LLC in Dubai. In 2011-2012, they obtained certifications as a Certified Protection Officer (CPO) from the International Foundation for Protection Officers and as an Anti-Terrorism Officer (ATO) from S2 Safety & Intelligence Institute USA. In 2011-2013, they pursued a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in Business Administration and Management from Mahatma Gandhi Central University. In 2013-2014, they earned a Certified ISPS Company & Ship Security Officer (CSSO) certification from Lloyd's Register. In 2014-2016, they pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Operations Management and Supervision from Jaipur National University. Finally, from 2020-2021, they obtained a Diploma in Asset Risk Management with a focus on Security and Loss Prevention Services from the Security Institute of Ireland.