Security Officer

TELUS Digital; Essen; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading technology firm in Essen seeks a Senior Corporate Recruiter for security management. This role involves overseeing compliance with international standards, managing relationships with external security providers, and ensuring facility safety. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Security Management, experience in corporate security, and strong communication skills. Full-time position with competitive benefits.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate security.
• ISO 27001 Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor certification preferred.
• Experience in conducting security audits.

Aufgaben

• Manage relationships with external security providers.
• Coordinate emergency response team and develop procedures.
• Participate in implementing and maintaining PCIDSS and ISO 27001 standards.

Kenntnisse

Fluent in German (C1 level or higher)

Proficient in English (B2 level or higher)

Strong leadership abilities for coordinating emergency response teams

Detail-oriented with a focus on policy compliance

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Competence in database management

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Security Management or related field

Tools

Access control systems

Video surveillance equipment

Jobbeschreibung

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Overview

EMEA Senior Corporate Recruiter | Driving Talent Acquisition for Digital Transformation at TELUS Digital. As Security Officer at TELUS Digital's Essen facility, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding our people, assets, and operations while ensuring compliance with international security standards. This position combines physical security management with compliance oversight, requiring a dynamic professional who can balance day-to-day security operations with strategic security initiatives. You will be responsible for maintaining our facility's security infrastructure, coordinating emergency response protocols, and ensuring adherence to global security standards including PCIDSS and ISO 27001.

Working within both local and global security frameworks, you will serve as the primary security liaison for our Essen location, managing relationships with external security providers, local authorities, and internal stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to shape and implement security policies that protect our digital and physical assets while fostering a security-conscious culture through training and awareness programs. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical security expertise, leadership capabilities, and a strong understanding of international security compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Participates in both local and global Information Security teams for implementing and maintaining PCIDSS and ISO 27001 standards;
• Reports potential audit points, builds and implements the corresponding action plan;
• Supports periodic internal and client audits regarding physical security policy compliance
• Provides/conducts specific training and implements measures to optimize and maintain a high level of awareness regarding internal security policies within the operational team;
• Uses and maintains equipment specific to access control and video surveillance activities;
• Creates, modifies or cancels access card rights and operates/maintains the access rights database;
• Ensures that hiring and termination processes comply with security policies;
• Coordinates the emergency response team; develops, implements and executes emergency evacuation plan and procedures;
• Coordinates and participates in periodic first aid and fire prevention training;
• Management of the external security guards;
• Develops and maintains good working relationships with local authorities and building administration personnel;
• Coordinates specific activities in case of any type of security, safety or emergency incident; prepares and sends related reports to direct superior.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, or a related field
• ISO 27001 Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor certification preferred
• PCI DSS certification or demonstrable knowledge preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate security, preferably in the technology sector
• Proven experience implementing and maintaining PCIDSS and ISO 27001 standards
• Experience in conducting security audits and developing action plans
• Demonstrated ability in managing external security personnel
• Fluent in German (C1 level or higher)
• Proficient in English (B2 level or higher)
• Proficiency in access control systems and video surveillance equipment
• Strong knowledge of physical security policies and procedures
• Familiarity with emergency response protocols and evacuation procedures
• Competence in database management for access rights systems
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles as they relate to physical security
• Must be eligible to work in Germany
• Willingness to undergo background checks as required by German law
• First Aid and Fire Safety certification, or willingness to obtain within 3 months of employment
• Flexibility to work in shifts, including nights and weekends as needed
• Valid driver's license
• Previous experience in a multinational corporate environment
• Knowledge of German labor laws and security regulations
• Familiarity with TELUS Digital's products and services
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for conducting training and liaising with local authorities
• Strong leadership abilities for coordinating emergency response teams
• Detail-oriented with a focus on policy compliance and reporting
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with various stakeholders

Values

• We embrace change and initiate opportunity
• We have a passion for growth
• We believe in spirited teamwork
• We have the courage to innovate

At TELUS Digital, we are committed to diversity and equitable access to employment opportunities based on ability.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Administrative

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting and Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting

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