Senior Lead, Security System Specialist

Senior Lead, Security System Specialist

Reporting to: Director Global Physical Security

Location: Bangalore, India

Overview The Role:

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Physical Security Systems for client who leads the global technical security and supply chain security risk pillars. With guidance, the contractor assists in the planning and implementation of physical security systems and their service requirements for the company. The System Specialist will be able to apply established procedures and standards with systematic review through completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. The incumbent will also support the management of the supply chain security pillar and others, as needed.

Responsibilities:

● Maintain, coordinate, and project manage, upgrades, conversions and service all systems involving alarms, access control, video cameras, burglar alarms, radio systems, and all other types of physical security equipment.

● Ensuring APAC studios are aligning with standards and processes involving physical security systems, required upgrades, maintenance and day to day operation.

● Interact with external and internal partners to ensure the viability of security systems, legacy and new, with the goal of minimal business disruption as the result of failed or improperly configured systems.

● Assist in the implementation of technology solutions aligned with corporate security goals and budget guidelines.

● Perform operational processes to ensure security standards are maintained.

● Administer audits for various access control systems.

● Act as a primary contact for physical security system issues for Asia/Pacific offices and studios, and secondary contact for company sites in other regions.

● Project planning, tracking and quality assurance and overall vendor communication, troubleshooting and management. Assists in annual security systems budgeting process.

● Manage, design, and implement physical security system projects for new builds, renovations, and upgrades in collaboration with IT, Workplace Services, external vendors and others.

● Ensure alignment, knowledge sharing, collaboration among key business partners.

● Conduct physical security surveys, security assessments and prepare written and verbal reports identifying discrepancies, recommendations for alternative security measures and actions as appropriate.

● Manage 3rd party security vendors to ensure high quality service delivery, and document service delivery shortcomings and failures.

● Perform commissioning with closing documentation and required reports.

● Support and supervise field system maintenance / inspections related to break-fix and compliance requirements.

● Maintain proficiency in various physical security systems, including but not limited to Lenel, Avigilon Alta Aware, Bosch, 2N, Axis, and others. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

● Proven project and vendor management skills.

● Analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a focus on anticipating and identifying potential risks and vulnerabilities and proactively presenting solutions.

● Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.

● Collaborative mindset with the ability to foster relationships and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

● High ethical standards and integrity, coupled with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters.

● Identify and develop resource requirements to achieve corporate program goals and objectives.

● Positive, can-do attitude.

Qualifications:

● Project management experience.

● Bachelor's degree or trade school related to security systems or in a similar field.

● Minimum of 3 years experience with installation, configuration and programming experience, with Lenel, or similar enterprise systems.

● Knowledge of network topology and general networking skills.

● CPP or PSP certifications, or other relevant certifications are helpful, but not required.