Akshita Mathur
Regional Security Advisor Apac, Securitas - Linkedin Account @Securitas India
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WORK HISTORY
Regional Security Advisor Apac, Securitas - Linkedin Account @Securitas India
Gurugram, IN
Heading the security function for LinkedIn across 7 countries, covering offices, events, people & assets.Security Ops Leadership:• Design and implement security plans for the region aligned with LinkedIn\'s global safety and security standards.• Manage 100+ security officers across 12 sites in APAC (India, China, Singapore, HK, Australia, Japan, and KL).• Leading security technology initiatives in the region, such as implementation of global radios, NFC-enabled patrolling, and an IMS for regional officers.Cross-functional Collaboration:• With global & regional teams to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and to meet organizational safety and security objectives.• With Global Security divisions - Regional counterparts, Investigations & EP, & GSOC for comprehensive security posturing.L&D:• Oversee the region’s entire security training spectrum, from preparing region-specific materials to executing drills and auditing SOPs.• Inculcate leadership skills into team members for current and future roles.• Deployed first-of-its-kind ‘STARS’-trained officers to handle front-of-house responsibilities in addition to security services, in India and Singapore.• Conceptualized and implemented innovative training modules - handling Dawnraids, disgruntled customers, proximity mass events. For security teams and workplace partners.Vendor Management:• Oversee security vendor engagements to ensure seamless operations, logistics, performance, and budgets.• Conduct industry benchmarking to maintain competitive service levels, projections, and operational capabilities.Key Achievements:• Managed LinkedIn’s new office opening in Japan and the expansion of its Bangalore office.• Championed D&I initiatives in the region, increasing metrics.• Received leadership commendation for overseeing security assessments, manpower deployment, and volunteering for employee-led central coordination during the COVID19 lockdown periods.
EDUCATION
Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Masters in Geopolitics and International Relations, International Relations
St. Xavier's college Mumbai
Bachelor's of Art in Political science, Political Science and Government
SKILLS
ABOUT AKSHITA MATHUR
Corporate security is no longer just a protective layer it’s a strategic pillar that supports business continuity, reputation, and growth.With over a decade of experience leading security operations across the APAC region, I bring a forward-looking approach to risk management—one that’s aligned with business priorities, built on trust, and designed to adapt. I’ve led regional programs across complex environments, partnered with global stakeholders, and built teams that respond with agility and precision.My leadership is grounded in empathy and clarity. I believe diverse, empowered teams are not only stronger they are smarter, more resilient, and better equipped to protect dynamic, global organizations.Over the years, I’ve shaped and led high-impact programs across crisis response, executive protection, travel security, event safety, and stakeholder engagement. My focus has always been on enabling safety without slowing down business dand earning trust at every level.This journey has shaped me not just as a security professional, but as a people-first leader who believes in showing up with purpose, building cultures of trust, and driving security that enables people to do their best work.
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