Mike Buya
@mikebuya
Senior risk and compliance security leader with 8+ years’ experience improving safety, loss prevention, and incident readiness.
What I'm looking for
I’m a security professional with over 8 years’ experience in Kenya and abroad, combining hands-on leadership, decision making, and supervision with a disciplined military background. As a Platoon Commander, I planned and executed missions, coordinated with key personnel, and ensured mission plans were followed, including writing after action reviews to support sustainability and future progression. I’m also computer literate and committed to clear communication, working well with others in multicultural contexts.
In my most recent role as a Risk and Compliance Supervisor at Carrefour Kenya, I respond to emergency responses, act as command and control for incidents when needed, and enforce safety and security policies through daily/weekly/monthly equipment checks and patrol compliance. I train store employees on emergency procedures, monitor video surveillance footage for policy adherence, and support investigations involving employee theft, breach of ethics, corruption, and violations of company conduct. I identify safety and security risks, document risk reports, contribute to Loss Committee action plans to reduce shrinkage, and maintain strict compliance with the law and evidence-handling procedures.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Risk and Compliance Supervisor
Carrefour Kenya
Aug 2024 - Feb 2025 (6 months)
Led store safety and security risk management, including emergency response coordination, incident control, and compliance enforcement with company policies and the law. Conducted equipment checks and surveillance reviews, trained staff on emergency procedures, supported investigations, and reported risks and security issues to management.
Platoon Commander
Ministry of Defense
Oct 2013 - Oct 2020 (7 years)
Commanded a platoon supporting company and battalion missions through planning, supervision, and execution control. Ensured administration and readiness, developed casualty evacuation plans, led patrol and inter-agency operations, and produced after-action reporting; earned a gold medal for service during AMISOM VII in Somalia.
Security Officer
European Guarding and Security Services
Jun 2011 - Aug 2012 (1 year 2 months)
Performed regular patrols, monitored property entrances, and controlled access for people and vehicles. Monitored surveillance cameras, responded to alarms, assisted people in need, and submitted weekly reports on suspicious activities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Kenyatta University
Bachelor of Science, Military and Security Studies
2013 - 2016
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Military and Security Studies at Kenyatta University from 2013 to 2016.
Alliance High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), Secondary Education
2006 - 2009
Attended Alliance High School in Kiambu District and completed the KCSE program from 2006 to 2009.
Idsowe Primary School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE), Primary Education
1997 - 2005
Attended Idsowe Primary School in Tana River District and completed the KCPE program from 1997 to 2005.
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