IT Security Manager APAC

Gallagher AJG; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Gallagher is hiring a Security Manager, Asia Pacific to lead Gallagher's Global Safety & Security program across APAC. You will oversee physical security, employee safety, incident management, investigations, emergency preparedness, security intelligence, travel risk management and security technology.

This role can be located at any Gallagher office across Australia and requires coordinating across multiple locations and vendors while driving continuous improvement in security programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5-7+ years' experience in corporate security or related fields.
• Experience conducting security risk assessments and managing incidents.
• Knowledge of physical security systems and technologies.
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and report-writing skills.
• Ability to travel within Asia Pacific (~25%).
• Fluent English; regional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of security standards, policies and programs across Asia Pacific.
• Identify security risks and develop mitigation strategies to protect people, assets and operations.
• Monitor regional risk trends including crime, unrest and regulatory changes.
• Conduct security assessments, audits and risk reviews across locations and operations.
• Support office openings, relocations and closures ensuring security requirements.
• Manage physical security measures: access control, CCTV, visitor management, intrusion detection.
• Coordinate responses to incidents, investigations and crisis events.
• Support travel risk management and security planning for events.
• Build partnerships with stakeholders and drive security awareness.
• Provide reporting, risk insights and recommendations across programs.

Skills

Security operations

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Gallagher is a global leader in Insurance broking, risk management and consulting, with over 71,000 employees worldwide in over 130 countries. We have a global reach with a local presence and pride ourselves on being a socially responsible and an ethical organisation expressed through our Shared Values, The Gallagher Way. We are proud to have been awarded one of Insurance Business Australia Top Insurance Employers and Forbes Best Employer for Women.

About the Role

The Security Manager, Asia Pacific is responsible for delivering Gallagher's Global Safety & Security (GSS) programme across Asia Pacific. The role provides operational leadership for physical security, employee safety, incident management, investigations, emergency preparedness, security intelligence, travel risk management and security technology.

This role can be located at any of our offices across Australia.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of security standards, policies and programs across Asia Pacific
• Identify security risks and develop effective mitigation strategies to protect people, assets and operations.
• Monitor regional risk trends, including crime, civil unrest, natural hazards and regulatory changes.
• Conduct security assessments, audits and risk reviews across office locations and business operations.
• Support office openings, relocations, acquisitions and closures, ensuring security requirements are met.
• Manage physical security measures, including access control, CCTV, visitor management and intrusion detection systems.
• Coordinate responses to security incidents, investigations, employee safety matters and crisis events.
• Support travel risk management, executive travel and security planning for corporate events and leadership meetings.
• Build strong partnerships with business stakeholders, deliver security awareness initiatives and manage vendor performance.
• Provide security reporting, risk insights and recommendations, while driving continuous improvement across regional and global security programs.

About You

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in security operations, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. You’ll be a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage complex security challenges across diverse environments.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5-7+ years' experience in corporate security, risk management, investigations, emergency management, law enforcement, military security or a related field.
• Experience conducting security risk assessments and managing incidents.
• Knowledge of physical security systems and technologies.
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and report-writing skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
• Fluent English. Regional languages preferred include Mandarin, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Bahasa Indonesian
• Ability to travel within Asia and Pacific (approx. 25%).
• Ability to participate in after-hours incident response.

What We Offer

At Gallagher, we invest in our people and provide the support needed to build a rewarding career.

Benefits include:

• Structured career pathways and professional development
• Mentoring from experienced insurance professionals
• Flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance
• Additional lifestyle leave and volunteering opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing initiatives
• Competitive remuneration and incentive opportunities
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Gallagher Rewards discounts at over 1,000 retailers
• Access to a globally recognised brand with long-term career opportunities

Ready to Build Your Future?

Any offer of employment and subsequent continuing employment is dependent upon the satisfactory completion of background checks by Gallagher or by an external third party provider.

Gallagher is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to the principles of workplace diversity and inclusion. We welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity and lifestyle choices. We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.