In this episode of the Circuit Magazine podcast, Armando Leon, Senior Manager of Security Infrastructure Protection at Washington Metropolitan Area Transport Authority, and Jonathan Pirillo, Manager of Security and Life Safety at Munich Re, discuss the evolution of leadership skillsets in corporate security.

They delve into how leaders develop and guide their teams, stressing the importance of soft skills, adaptability and taking care of staff in a dynamic threat environment.

The discussion also covers the following topics:

• The Importance of Leadership Skills in Corporate Security
• The Role of Soft Skills in Security Leadership
• Legal Considerations in Duty of Care
• The Challenges in Hiring for Security Roles and the Importance of creating a Team Environment.
• What legal frameworks does the leader have to take into consideration when it comes to EHS?
• How can the leader protect the organization whilst also protecting the protectors?

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