Vinodh Ashokan

About Vinodh Ashokan

With over 16 years of experience in safety, security, and general administration, I most recently served as Head of Security at American International School Chennai, where I specialized in strategic security leadership, campus safety, emergency preparedness, and safeguarding. My role involved policy development, compliance management, and fostering collaborative relationships with local authorities to ensure a safe and secure environment. My expertise spans risk assessment, threat management, and physical and technical security systems, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and staff training. I am dedicated to fostering secure environments through effective crisis response, data protection, and resource management, empowering teams to uphold the highest standards of safety and security.

Experience

1. Director of Security

   Marriott International

   Feb 2026 — Present · IN

   Key Roles & Responsibilities*Develops and Implements Security StrategyDesigns and oversees the organization’s overall security plan, policies, and procedures.*Risk Assessment & Threat ManagementIdentifies potential risks, vulnerabilities, and threats; implements preventive and corrective measures.*Safety & Asset ProtectionEnsures the safety of employees, visitors, students (if applicable), and protection of physical and digital assets.*Crisis & Emergency ManagementLeads response during emergencies (fire, medical incidents, natural disasters, security breaches) and ensures preparedness through drills and protocols.*Surveillance & Access Control OversightManages CCTV systems, alarm systems, entry/exit controls, and other security technologies.*Compliance & Legal CoordinationEnsures adherence to local laws, safety regulations, and organizational policies.*Team Leadership & TrainingSupervises security personnel, conducts training programs, and ensures high professional standards.*Incident Investigation & ReportingOversees investigations of security incidents and prepares detailed reports with corrective recommendations.*Vendor & Contract ManagementCoordinates with external security agencies, equipment suppliers, and service providers.*Policy Development & Continuous ImprovementRegularly reviews and updates security policies to adapt to evolving risks.

Education

• University of Madras

  Bachelor of Commerce (BCom), Accounting and Finance

  2006 — 2009

• Alagappa University, Alagappa Nagar, Karaikudi

  Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance, General

  2009 — 2011