Physical Security & Safety Expert

AXA Group; Paris; Sur place; EUR 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

AXA Group Operations is seeking a senior Security Oversight professional in France to drive governance, risk management and site protection programs. You will shape security frameworks, oversee local teams, and ensure incident response planning aligns with AXA guidelines.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, regulatory awareness (GDPR, DORA) and strong program management in a financial services context.

Qualifications

• University degree in Security or IT.
• Experience with ISO27001/2 or related standards is a plus.
• GDPR/DORA regulatory experience is a plus.
• 5+ years in Physical Security & Safety Management.

Responsabilités

• Support alignment of governance and reporting with Group guidelines.
• Develop and maintain site and travel security frameworks.
• Establish physical security requirements and provide training.
• Oversee local security teams across risk assessment and incident planning.
• Prepare awareness sessions and provide reporting to leadership.
• Contribute to remediation of audit issues in security perimeter.

Connaissances

Strong communication

Program/project management

Analytical skills

Time management

Matrix/ decentralized environment

English fluency

French language (advantage)

Formation

University degree in Security or IT

ISO 22301 Lead Implementor/Auditor

CSMP / CPP / PSP certification

Description du poste

About the job

Main missions

Your responsibilities include:

• Support the GO Security Oversight Executive Manager & the GO Security Oversight Physical Security & Safety Officer Lead Expert in aligning all Governance & Reporting (G&R), Site – Travel - Event protection measures & Incident response planning, initiatives, and goals with Group guidelines
• Develop and maintain the Site Assessment Framework, Event Security Framework and methodology, the Travel Security protection measures as part of the Physical Security & Safety Management System
• Establish Physical Security & Safety requirements and guidelines for consumption by wide audiences and provide and training to Local Physical Security & Safety teams
• Collaborate, Support and Oversee Local Physical Security & Safety teams of AXA GO in the diverse activities covered by the Program including but not limited to Physical Security & Safety Risk Assessment, Incident Response Strategies, Physical Security & Safety Assurance Plans, Emergency Management Plans, Crisis Management Plans
• Prepare and facilitate awareness and training programs and sessions to wide audiences
• Provide visibility and reporting to the GO Security Oversight Executive Manager & the GO Security Oversight Physical Security & Safety Officer Lead Expert on the overall Physical Security & Safety Program
• Contribute to the remediation of audit issues on Physical Security & Safety perimeter

Expected skills & experience

Experience

• University degree in Security or IT
• Physical Security & Safety industry certification (ISO 22301 Lead Implementor / Lead Auditor or equivalent) strongly recommended.
• Certification CSMP (preferred) or CPP, PSP is a plus
• Experience > 5 years.
• Strong experience in Physical Security & Safety Management Systems.
• Experience of working on ISO27001/2 and/or related security standards is a plus.
• Experience working in Regulatory requirements related to Physical Security & Safety (GDPR, DORA…) is a plus
• Experience working in Financial Services sector preferred

Technical skills

• Proficiency in Site Security and Travel Security Management, in Physical Security & Safety Incident response and also in Crisis management (I&CM) standards, good practices & tools.
• Data Center Environmental and Control for Physical Security & Safety Management standards knowledge is a plus.

Soft skills / transversal skills

• Ability to effectively operate in a decentralized and political corporate environment.
• Ability to function effectively in a matrix structure
• Strong communication skills to collaborate and interact with various stakeholders
• Excellent time management skills (tight deadlines).
• Ability to prioritize activities and to manage action plans, review progress and adjust where required.
• Good analytical skills and the ability to clearly identify key issues.
• Ability to recommend solutions relevant to the complexity, scope, risk and magnitude of problems impacting the service level.
• Strong program/project management.
• Fluency in English is a necessity
• Fluency in French is an advantage

What we offer

We bring together the expertise, cultural diversity and creativity of over 8,000 employees worldwide and we’re committed to equal opportunities in all aspects of employment (gender, LGBT+, disabled persons, or people of different origins) and to promoting Diversity & Inclusion by creating a work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect, and where individual differences are valued.

About the entity

AXA is becoming a sustainable tech-led company and at AXA Group Operations we are one of the major catalysts for this transformation.

We set the tone by triggering and empowering the evolution of our insurance business model through technology and innovation, driving its concrete implementation globally at speed, with a high quality of advisory and execution.

We are present across 17 countries with committed, highly qualified teams. We leverage technology, data, sourcing, security and investment allocation in a global way, but also achieve economies of scale and synergies when necessary.

At AXA Group Operations, we want to be recognized in three fields of action:

• State-of-the-art Data Technology to drive customer experience
• State-of-the-art Procurement & Sourcing to drive efficiency and better manage risks
• High-Performing Global Team for stronger partnerships with AXA entities

About AXA

As a world-leading insurance company, we act for human progress by protecting what matters. With 153,000 employees in 54 countries working for 105 million customers, we’ve created a truly dynamic and vibrant community. Inclusion and diversity link closely with our values, and together we’re nurturing a culture of respect, for each other, for our customers and the communities around us. Join AXA and you’ll feel like you belong, are included and can thrive. You’ll be able to shape the way you work and truly grow your potential as you seek out new opportunities, push boundaries and benefit people in critical moments of their lives. This is your chance to build the tomorrow you want. Know you can.