Technical Security Manager

Nokia; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Life insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid time off

Tuition Assistance Plan

Adoption assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Nokia is seeking a Technical Security Manager to oversee physical security across its global real estate portfolio, including offices, data centers, and R&D spaces. The role emphasizes hands-on technical design and collaboration with internal teams and external vendors.

You will lead risk assessments against ASIS and ISO standards, supervise access control, surveillance systems, and alarm platforms, and support audits. Strong knowledge of Lenel or Avigilon is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in physical security management.
• Strong knowledge of ASIS and ISO standards.
• Hands-on experience with access control and surveillance platforms.
• Expertise in Lenel, Avigilon, or similar software management.

Responsibilities

• Implement tailored physical security measures for Nokia facilities, including access control, surveillance, and alarm systems.
• Collaborate with global safety and security functions to assess and update security frameworks.
• Conduct risk assessments aligned with ASIS and ISO standards to identify vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of physical security systems during facility planning, construction, and renovations.
• Participate in audits and support area managers in preparing for internal and external audits.
• Develop technical security system designs for large‑scale implementations across Nokia's real estate holdings.
• Serve as the primary access control software application manager, ensuring system availability, data integrity and privacy.
• Work closely with internal teams and external vendors to implement security measures and provide guidance and training on physical security protocols.

Skills

Physical security management

Access control

Surveillance systems

ASIS standards

ISO standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Security Management or Engineering or related field

Tools

Lenel

Avigilon

Job description

Job Description

The Technical Security Manager will oversee the implementation, management, and compliance of physical security measures across Nokia's global real estate portfolio, including offices, data centers, and R&D spaces. This role focuses on safeguarding assets and personnel by applying industry standards such as ASIS and ISO, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring adherence to security policies. The position requires hands‑on expertise, technical design capabilities, and collaboration with internal teams and external vendors.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

• Implement tailored physical security measures for Nokia facilities, including access control, surveillance, and alarm systems.
• Collaborate with global safety and security functions to assess and update security frameworks addressing emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
• Conduct risk assessments aligned with ASIS and ISO standards to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of physical security systems during facility planning, construction, and renovations.
• Participate in audits and support area managers in preparing for internal and external audits.
• Develop technical security system designs for large‑scale implementations across Nokia's diverse real estate holdings.
• Serve as the primary access control software application manager, ensuring system operational availability, data integrity, and privacy.
• Work closely with internal teams and external vendors to implement security measures and provide guidance and training on physical security protocols.

Key Skills And Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in physical security management, preferably in a tech company or similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of ASIS standards (e.g., ASIS GDL FPSM-2009) and ISO standards (e.g., ISO 27001).
• Hands‑on experience with physical security systems such as access control and surveillance platforms.
• Expertise in Lenel, Avigilon, or similar software application management.

It would be nice if you also had:

• Familiarity with physical security requirements for data centers and high‑tech facilities.
• Experience with integrated security platforms and advanced surveillance systems.
• Ability to adapt security measures to dynamic and fast‑paced environments.
• Proficiency in English, with additional language skills being a plus.

Leadership

• This is an individual contributor role with no formal direct reports.
• Requires the ability to manage virtual teams effectively and enable efficient decision-making.
• Coordination across multiple vendors and stakeholders is a key aspect of the role.

Key Interfaces

• Real Estate and Facility Management teams.
• External Security Suppliers.
• IT and Group Security/Cybersecurity Teams.
• All Business Groups.

About Us

Advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

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About The Team

Some of our benefits in US :

• Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
• Health and dental benefits
• Short-term disability, and long-term disability
• Life insurance, and AD&D – Company paid 2x base pay
• Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
• Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Assistance Plan
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program

The above benefits exclude students.

Disclaimer for US/Canada

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