Behind every great company lies a vision. Jihad El Annan, Chairman and CEO of Metropolitan Security, has transformed the private security landscape in Lebanon over the past twenty-five years.
This anniversary is not merely a celebration of a quarter-century of existence. It marks a journey built on trust, professionalism, and unwavering commitment, enabling Metropolitan Security to establish itself as a benchmark in Lebanon and far beyond its borders.
Jihad El Annan: An Entrepreneur Who Redefined Security Standards
Jihad El Annan’s journey is far more than a typical entrepreneurial success story. It is the result of a strategic vision.
Drawing on solid experience in the telecommunications sector, Jihad El Annan recognized early on that the future of security would depend on integrating new technologies and adopting a comprehensive approach to risk management.
Beginning in 2008, Jihad El Annan developed an extensive network of partners and experts across Europe and the Middle East, enabling Metropolitan Security to become a strategic partner for numerous institutions in Lebanon and internationally.
This journey was recognized in 2016 when Jihad El Annan was named “Security and Protection Personality of the Year in Lebanon,” an award acknowledging his growing influence across the Arab world and the African continent.
Metropolitan Security’s Greatest Asset: Its People
For Jihad El Annan, Metropolitan Security’s success rests above all on the men and women who make up the company.
In an interview with LebTalks, Jihad El Annan emphasized:
“Nothing we have built would have been possible without an exceptional team. Our directors, our employees, and every one of our security officers are the true architects of this success. Day and night, they protect the sites entrusted to us with total dedication.”
Jihad El Annan thus pays tribute to the entire Metropolitan Security team, whom he considers full partners in this collective achievement.
Metropolitan Security: A Key Partner for Strategic Sectors
Under Jihad El Annan’s leadership, Metropolitan Security quickly specialized in securing critical infrastructure.
The company has developed recognized expertise in the oil and gas sectors, protecting sensitive facilities and supply chains in accordance with the highest international standards.
At the same time, Metropolitan Security has become a trusted partner for embassies, diplomatic missions, and numerous international organizations.
The company is notably among the security firms selected to work with the European Union, a recognition that confirms the level of excellence achieved by Metropolitan Security.
Complementing this expertise is a fundamental principle from which Jihad El Annan never deviates: absolute confidentiality.
“At Metropolitan Security, confidentiality is not simply an internal procedure. It is a moral commitment. All information relating to our assignments remains strictly confidential. This discretion is one of the pillars of our credibility.”
Technology: The Driving Force Behind Jihad El Annan’s Strategy
Under the leadership of Jihad El Annan, the Security Systems, Engineering, and Technology Department has become the true nerve center of Metropolitan Security.
Far more than a technical department, it drives the company’s entire technological strategy.
Its responsibilities include:
Designing customized security strategies for each facility through comprehensive risk assessments;
Deploying, supervising, and maintaining international ETS systems dedicated to intelligent surveillance and real-time response;
Providing security engineering consultancy to optimize existing security systems, access control, and crisis management; Ensuring digital integration between command centers and field teams to enable the instant flow of information and rapid decision-making.
Thanks to this approach, Metropolitan Security now protects banks, universities, hospitals, airports, and numerous major infrastructures.
Under Jihad El Annan’s leadership, Metropolitan Security no longer simply provides security services; it supports its clients as a true strategic technology partner entrusted with protecting people, infrastructure, and sensitive data.
A Deeply Human Vision
For Jihad El Annan, security only has meaning when it serves people.
A Social and National Commitment
Over the years, Jihad El Annan has distinguished himself through numerous social initiatives.
In partnership with the Maronite League and the Patriarchate of Bkerké, Jihad El Annan supported several collective wedding ceremonies that enabled nearly 200 Lebanese couples to begin their married lives.
His commitment has also extended to healthcare.
Jihad El Annan contributed to donations benefiting the Lebanese Army, participated in establishing twenty-three intensive care units at Baalbeck Governmental Hospital, as well as two additional units at Baabda Governmental Hospital in cooperation with the Embassy of the Czech Republic.
In addition, he supported Rafik Hariri University Hospital, notably by funding cataract surgeries for patients in need.
Sport as a Pillar of Stability
For Jihad El Annan, sport is also a fundamental pillar of societal development.
His support extends from Al Bourj Club to Thai Boxing competitions, as well as partnerships with the International Scientific Academy for Physical Education and Sports (ISAPES).
Jihad El Annan also supports conferences dedicated to sports medicine and mental health while backing several sports federations, including the Lebanese Wrestling Federation and the Military Olympiads.
His presence has also extended to the international stage through Metropolitan Security’s exclusive partnership for the security and organization of events related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup held at Casino du Liban.
For Jihad El Annan, this commitment reflects a simple conviction: a balanced society is built on a healthy mind in a healthy body.
International Certifications Strengthening Metropolitan Security’s Credibility
Even in the most challenging environments, Metropolitan Security has demonstrated its ability to conduct complex operations, including high-risk evacuation missions.
The company is supported by ISO certifications and its membership in the International Code of Conduct Association (ICoCA), reflecting its ongoing commitment to international best practices, human rights, and professionalism.
“Security, Safety, Satisfaction”: More Than a Motto
After twenty-five years of operation, Jihad El Annan continues to uphold an unwavering belief: security is not merely a commercial service—it is a responsibility.
“At Metropolitan Security, we live our motto every day: Security, Safety, Satisfaction. These three values summarize our commitment to each of our clients.”
Jihad El Annan concludes with the guiding principle that has defined Metropolitan Security since its founding: “Security, security, and always security.”
