Physical Security Senior Manager (EMEA)

Introduction

Organization

Our client’s company is a reliable provider of colocation and connectivity services with the best and most sustainable digital solutions. The initial location is Germany with 10 distributed Edge data centers, followed by other data centers in the Netherlands, UK, Belgium, Spain, France, and Switzerland. Mid 2024 they target 30+ edge locations.

The data centers will also be integrated into a future-oriented energy infrastructure, which will contribute to a reduction in CO2 emissions in the generation, heating, and gas sectors through sector coupling. Thus, the function of data centers in Europe as an innovative lever for reducing coal and a stabilizing part of green energy infrastructure is being redefined from the ground up.

We are looking for a full-time experienced Physical Security Senior Manager (EMEA) who will be based in one of the company’s Western European or central European locations. This role offers the flexibility of some remote work.

Function

– Lead the company’s physical security strategy for all European locations.

– Develop and maintain the company’s physical security strategy, ensuring consistency across all locations.

– Manage physical security vendors and execute risk assessments.

– Maintain and test emergency protocols.

– Address the physical security needs of the company’s growing team and mentor staff to ensure everyone understands the protocols.

Job Requirements

– A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

– Similar professional experience in a security role, with a focus on physical security management is required

– Outstanding organizational management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities

– Proven experience in overseeing physical security protocols, conducting risk assessments and designing security policies

– Excellent communication skills, which include the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization and direct management

– Able to work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

– Fluency in English (verbal and written) is required. Fluency in German or other European languages is a plus

– Certification from professional security associations (e.g. CPP, PSP, etc.) is an asset

– Willingness to travel across Europe (maximum 25% of the time)

– Datacentre experience is a plus.

What we offer

– You will be employed by an innovative and energetic organization where no day is the same. In this educational environment, you will work together with your colleagues on growth and contribute to excellent business results. You can expect the following for your commitment

– An excellent salary that matches your knowledge and experience

– 25 days of vacation per year

– Travel expenses or a company car, everything is negotiable

– A good pension scheme

– There is room for training and personal development.

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Anna Boiarynova

a.boiarynova@dc-people.nl

+31 020 820 3018