Sajjad Malik

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Expert program manager with extensive security/risk management & research/analysis experience
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Springfield, Virginia, United States, United States
About Sajjad Malik

Sajjad is a dynamic program/risk manager with extensive experience in program management augmented by risk/security management and research/analysis. He worked in the government and diplomatic/development sectors at international level, complimented by relevant academic/professional qualifications in which he merged his program management/professional expertise with research/analysis to ensure practicality with critical thinking, innovation and diligence.In UNODC as senior research officer, he managed Country-Program with host government’s ministries, leveraged diplomatic channels to secure funding from international donors with articulation of UNODC’s interventions, participated in federal/legislative reforms and lobbied with stakeholders for international/regional conventions and transnational-cooperation forums with significant achievements/funding. He extensively worked on research/analysis assignments with International Narcotics Control Board-INCB on transnational organized crimes, i.e. narcotics/precursors and human trafficking, and their incorporation in INCB/UNODC’s plans/strategies with major accomplishments. As security focal person with UNDSS, he managed security protocols for UN’s international/regional events, donor conferences and personal-protection of dignitaries/delegations. In diplomatic/development sector, he worked in international projects of USAID as director of security/risk management for INGOs in program management for complete-project-cycle i.e. 3-way need assessment, proposal writing, bidding, securing donor confidence/funding and life of project plans. He develope 3-tier proactive risk management model with comprehensive security management regime based upon research/analysis, built-in policies/plans and active operational management augmented by integrated-training with specific training modules and quality assurance/audits. Earlier, starting career in government sector, his combat experience includes anti-terrorist/counter-insurgency-COIN operations. As General Staff Officer GSO-3/GSO-2 he managed strategic planning with extensive staff work, diligent staff checks with attention to details and handled protection/dissemination of classified information. As Staff Officer in National Security Council-NSC with President of Pakistan, he managed security protocols/close protection of State officials/foreign dignitaries at state events and international/diplomatic summits with logistics. He also worked in a think-tank as a research analyst to learn complete research cycle with pattern recognition and forecasting.

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Expert program manager with extensive security/risk management & research/analysis experience
Sajjad Malik Work Experience Details
  • Gusrdian Sentry Group-Gsg
    Director Operations
    Gusrdian Sentry Group-Gsg Oct 2020 - May 2023
    United States
    Formulated/managed security and risk management plans for varied nature of clients including educational institutes/schools, commercial buildings, office complexes, shopping malls, apartment complexes and warehouses.Devised security response plans to act in security/safety scenarios i.e. active-shooter, suspect package, intruder detection/handling, casualty handling/management and other emergencies. Managed response teams for various contingencies with calculated reaction-time and required weapons, equipment and transport.Designed electronic security structures with procedures including intruder detection systems, access control/air-lock systems, scanners, CCTV cameras/DVRs, POS systems and passive infrared devices for a varied nature of clients.Devised/managed executive protection details, executive security vehicles with trained drivers and guard force.Secured/managed security contracts with clients and ensured satisfaction with all services, deliverables, equipment and timely response. Liaised/leveraged with local law enforcement and response agencies to coordinate response for assigned sites/locations.
  • Bsg/Arizona State University: Usaid'S Uspcase Project
    Director Risk Management
    Bsg/Arizona State University: Usaid'S Uspcase Project Apr 2017 - Mar 2020
    Pakistan
    USPCAS-E project was an initiative of USAID in energy research & development, headed by Arizona State University-ASU in collaboration with Pakistani Universities i.e. NUST and UET. In that:Actively participated with ASU's project proposal team with threat analysis, project risk assessments and comprehensive risk management regime to compete in the bidding process, exceeded USAID's stringent risk-tolerance requirements for project implementation in high-risk locations and won the project worth $78+ million. Designed/managed an unorthodox/discreet campus security structure, consistent with the Campus Security Act for project sites in NUST/UET Universities, to include all types of safety/security scenarios with systems/protocols i.e. surveillance/detection, early-warning/communication, armed-assault/active-shooter, suicide bombing, suspect package, security wardens/coordinators, safe-heavens, move & muster-points, mitigation & response and awareness/drills, which ensured business-continuity with no incident/occurrence. Formulated tailor-made plans for integration into life-of-project/LOP plan, to include travel management, executive-protection for ASU/international experts, event management and emergency/casualty management, ensuring swift project execution and productivity. Created and managed effective leveraging plans with other INGOs and law enforcement agencies/officials in high-risk areas, providing for economy of resources/efforts. Created/managed integrated security/safety training plan for all tiers of management/staff, CPOs and guards with detailed guarding orders, which ensured synergy and coordinated response. Arranged/managed complete paraphernalia of logistics/administrative elements including residences/lodging, offices/field locations, transport and airport reception/departures.Supervised land acquisition/construction work for Advance Research Centers at project locations, hardening/upgrades, and managed vendors/contractors to save cost.
  • Unodc
    Senior Research Officer
    Unodc Feb 2014 - Mar 2017
    Pakistan
    Organized research effort as per International Narcotics Control Board-INCB's framework and assisted UNODC to develop in-depth knowledge at regional/country level to identify trends/forecasts in transnational organized crimes (narcotics/precursors and human trafficking), converging onto revised strategies/plans which provided for pro-active approach with a significant increase in detection, interdiction, and conviction rate. Contributed to designing of UN projects/interventions with concept notes, need assessments, UNO’s cooperation framework with recipient government. Contributed to develop donor assistance & funding plans for UNODC’s Country Programs i.e. CP-2010-14(ext) and CP-2015-20 and secured international cooperation/funding i.e. $20 Mn in 2015 and $ 15 Mn in 2016.Lobbied through diplomatic and formal/informal channels to establish a consortium of international governments/agencies to secure special funding of $ 11 million for the foundation of Research & Analysis Center-RAC and International Liaison Office-ILO at Headquarters Federal Investigation Agency-FIA by UNODC.Liaised and coordinated with host government ministries to formulate and implement Country Program, capacity building and TNOs focused federal legislations/reforms. Contributed to develop Annual Narcotics/Precursor Reports 2013-14 and 2015-16, core & professional curriculum for LEAs on narcotics control/precursor identification, and establishment of Inter Agency task Force for narcotics control.Contributed to organize and represent UNODC in international and regional conferences/technical working groups-TWGs on border management, narcotics/precursors and human trafficking.Developed effective data/information collection networks and enhanced liaison/collaboration with stakeholders/LEAs.
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  • Marriott Hotels
    Deputy Chief Security Officer
    Marriott Hotels Aug 2013 - Jan 2014
    Islāmābād, Pakistan
    Joined Marriott Hotel Islamabad in a business crisis situation to restore the confidence of clients from diplomatic and corporate sector. Carried out Corporate Rebranding, with the benefit of previous assignments in diplomatic sector/ INGOs, and formulated revised business plans to align with standards/processes of UNO, USAID, INGOs/MNCs while incorporating sensitivities of the hospitality industry for a welcoming/ soft image with fine calibration, including business continuity plan, event management plan, security management plan, evacuation plan and all safety procedures.Restored Corporate Reputation by leveraging relationships/contacts from previous jobs in the diplomatic sector and INGOs, organized visits of their management and security officials with cultural events/functions and projected the revamped structures/processes to demonstrate standards/protocols of business/event management at par with international standards.Executed aggressive lobbying and follow-up visits to prospective clients with presentations and briefings to top management and security officials with significant achievements i.e. initial clearance for official/corporate events, followed by long-duration lodging contracts. Contributed in revision of corporate marketing strategy with persuasive communication, projection of Re-Branding and extensive media coverage of events/functions to rebuild corporate image.
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  • British Security Group-Bsg/ Usaid
    Director Risk Management
    British Security Group-Bsg/ Usaid Feb 2012 - Jul 2013
    Pakistan
    Worked on DFID's project for Crown Agents-UK and Malala Fund-USA. In that:Carried out extensive reconnaissance of high-risk areas, formulated threat analysis and risk assessments of project sites to form the basis for launch of projects and operations in the area.Developed liaison and coordination with government agencies and district administration for launch of projects in Swat/ Shangla, including permissions, NOCs and official proceeds.Worked extensively with the Excise Department for acquisition of land in Swat and Shangla and supervised land acquisition proceeds. Formulated and managed extensive travel management plans for expats and local staff for visits to project locations with logistics. Developed extensive leveraging plans and liaison with tribal elders, civil administration and agencies for smooth execution of project activities in high risk areas.
  • Jobs Internations Pvt Ltd/ Usaid
    Director Risk Management
    Jobs Internations Pvt Ltd/ Usaid Feb 2011 - Jan 2012
    Pakistan
    Working for PCTV project, of USAID, In that:-Formulated regional and specific threat analysis and security surveys and furnished risk management recommendations for initial need assessments and program designing. Created sound project foundations with inbuilt security via inputs for HR, procurement and admin. Evolved comprehensive risk management regimes for the projects with detailed risk assessments and plans/procedures, encompassing all project related activities including, travels, events, production/field sites, branding and large public gatherings. Managed to resolve the crucial issues of reputation and consistent hostile targeting of an IP by curtailing/modifying contentious events/activities and creating an interface between local power brokers/chieftains and project management.Developed elaborate security upgrade plan including physical and procedural security measures and supervised implementation through contractors.
  • Abt Associates
    Director Risk Management
    Abt Associates Feb 2010 - Jan 2011
    Pakistan
    Sajjad was selected by Abt Pakistan for USAID's PSDW and EPJ projects. In that, he:- Prudently managed intricate task of Abt’s transition from consultant-based security edifice to Abt’s integral and robust risk management structure. Redefined the Abt’s risk management approach by converting it to proactive-posture, revised the risk management policies, strategies and plans to postulate tailor-made effect for all projects. Introduced concept of “built-in project security” and suitably altered future project plans consistent with on-ground tactical situation/forecast, adding value to projects. Developed support networks for projects in high-risk areas and obtained information and ensured business-continuity/productivity with no/minimum disruptions. Formulated effective leveraging plans with the Army, government entities, UNO, INGOs and local chieftains, to achieve program objectives and provision of crucial logistics/evacuation support for trapped/stranded staff members in emergencies. Appropriately handled the conflicting requirements of branding in a very hostile and challenging environment of FATA/PATA with fine calibration, addressing concerns of donors and IPs. Implemented “Integrated Training Approach” and trained senior management/staff on threat awareness, revised plans/procedures and personal safety, especially against kidnapping, through combination of lectures, presentations and practical drills/exercises.Arranged valuable explosive/toxic agent handling, first aid/ trauma and stress management trainings delivered by experts from UN, government entities and commercial outfits with no cost. Overhauled the guarding orders/procedures and managed the guarding service to comply with revised standards and SOPs. Accomplished risk assessments of all Abt facilities, installations/sites, lodging facilities and local IPs, and managed security-hardening with modifications/upgrades by selected vendors.
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  • Urban Institute
    Program Security Manager
    Urban Institute Jan 2009 - Jan 2010
    Pakistan
    Sajjad was selected to be trained and become the director of security by Risk & Strategic Management/RSM-USA, for USAID's projects and deputed for on-job training at Urban Institute's Districts-That-Work/DTW Project, an initiative of USAID directed at the identification of weak orbs in governance at various macro/micro levels and addressing them to bring positive results and improved level of governance. Sajjad worked with the project team to fathom and understand the peculiar intricacies and details of local governance, especially policing, social, security and drug-related issues to provide effective support and security related solutions. In that he:Formulated threat analysis and risk assessments for all project locations and activities.Developed detailed security management regime with contingency plans compatible with the project requirements.Managed security of project events in high-risk areas.Assisted in the reappraisal and remodeling of the project activities.Managed field activities, project events, travel-management and guarding service. Successfully implemented/exercised the knowledge/expertise gained in the training and handed over charge to the incumbent manager amicably.
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  • Institute Of Regional Studies-Irs, Islamabad
    Research Analyst
    Institute Of Regional Studies-Irs, Islamabad Oct 2007 - Dec 2008
    Pakistan
    Learned and organized research work on assignments with formulation of research problems/questions, methodology, objectives, collection/collation and sifting of data, information synthesis and evaluation.Worked to integrate operational information/experience with academic research and identified gaps.Learned and developed effective data/information collection networks and enhanced liaison/collaboration with stakeholders.
  • Pakistan Army
    Major
    Pakistan Army Sep 1988 - Sep 2007
    Pakistan
    Command/ Combat & Internal Security Experience:Learned planning and execution of operations/tasks at tactical level with command/control of missile systems with surveillance/airspace management with major achievements in combat zones. Learned and conducted anti-terrorist(AT) and counter-insurgency(COIN) operations with significant success and busted terrorist/insurgent networks with capture of HVTs in FATA/PATA and Af-Pak border regions.Learned and conducted border-management and anti-smuggling operations in Af-Pak border areas, Baluchistan and FATA regions. Developed/managed information gathering networks with information management/verification and dissemination for use as actionable intelligence.General Staff / Operational Staff Experience:General staff officer-II & III (Operations) at Corps HQ, (1999-2000)Staff officer National Security Council-NSC with President of Pakistan(2001)Responsibilities & achievements: Learned and developed expertise in general staff planning/management, operational staff work, staff duties (SD), staff checks and protocol staff.Planning and management at strategic level in GHQ for kinetic operations, including post 9/11 joint operations with NATO/ISAF forces in Af-Pak region.Contributed in major initiatives i.e. formulation of Pakistan’s New air defense concept-2000 and combat development board-2001.Learned federal ministerial/bureaucratic processes in national security council.Contributed in formulation of federal legislation for local governance and national charter on human rights.
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Sajjad Malik Education Details

  • National Defense University-Ndu
    National Defense University-Ndu
    Peace Studies And Conflict Studies
  • Karachi University
    Karachi University
    International Relations And International Diplomacy
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  • Preston University
    Preston University
    Business Administration, Management And Operations
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  • Pakistan Military Academy-Pma
    Pakistan Military Academy-Pma
    Political Science And Government
  • Pakistan Navy Junior Cadet College-Jcc
    Pakistan Navy Junior Cadet College-Jcc
    Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry

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Sajjad Malik's current role is Expert program manager with extensive security/risk management & research/analysis experience.

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Sajjad Malik attended National Defense University-Ndu, Karachi University, Preston University, Pakistan Military Academy-Pma, Pakistan Navy Junior Cadet College-Jcc.

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