Lead Systems Engineer, Security Systems

Grab; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions firm is seeking a skilled Security Systems Engineer to design and maintain physical security systems across the region. You will lead the implementation of such systems, working with various teams to ensure compliance and reliability. Candidates should have over 5 years of relevant experience, a solid understanding of security technologies, and a willingness to travel. This role offers competitive benefits and a commitment to your well-being.

Benefits

Term Life Insurance

Medical Insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Parental leave

Volunteering leave

Qualifications

• More than 5 years of hands-on experience with physical security systems.
• Ability to read technical drawings and network diagrams.
• Experience in coordinating physical installations with contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of physical security systems for new site builds.
• Prepare and review security design documentation.
• Conduct testing and quality assurance checks of installed systems.

Skills

Physical security systems management

IP networking

Project coordination

Documentation skills

Regionally willing to travel

Tools

CCTV

Access control systems

VMS

AI/ML tools

Scripting languages (Python, PowerShell)

Job description

Grab is Southeast Asia's leading superapp. From getting your favourite meals delivered to helping you manage your finances and getting around town hassle-free, we've got your back with everything. In Grab, purpose gives us joy and habits build excellence, while harnessing the power of Technology and AI to deliver the mission of driving Southeast Asia forward by economically empowering everyone, with heart, hunger, honour, and humility.

Job Description

Get to Know the Team

At Grabber Technology Solutions (GTS), we revolutionise the technology experience for every Grabber. Our mission is to empower our team with seamless and innovative solutions that enhance their daily work. We are a diverse group of forward-thinkers committed to creating personalised IT experiences. If you're passionate about customer‑centric innovation and eager to make a significant impact on technology at Grab, come join us and help shape the future of technology.

Get to Know the Role

As a Security Systems Engineer, you will design, implement, and maintain Grab's physical security systems across offices in the region. This includes managing projects for CCTV, access control, and intrusion detection systems, as well as ensuring system reliability and compliance with regulatory and internal standards.

You will work closely with Grab CREST (Corporate Real Estate and Security Team) and Cybersecurity team, and external vendors to support Grab's rapid growth and physical infrastructure needs.

This role is onsite and based in Malaysia.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead implementation of physical security systems during new site builds, retrofits, and expansions.
• Prepare and review security design documentation: device layouts, wiring diagrams, bill of materials (BOM), and as‑built drawings.
• Coordinate with vendors, integrators, and project managers on schedules, installations, and commissioning activities.
• Conduct testing, configuration, and quality assurance checks of installed systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure continuous system uptime.
• Maintain site documentation, including change records and maintenance logs.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for system issues.
• Conduct physical site risk assessments with Corporate Security Teams onsite and support mitigation design.
• Ensure all work complies with Grab security standards and local regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• More than 5 years of hands‑on experience working with physical security systems such as access control, CCTV, VMS, ISMS, CACB, and related technologies
• Basic to intermediate understanding of IP networking (switching, PoE, subnetting).
• Ability to read technical drawings, network diagrams, and floor plans.
• Experience coordinating with contractors or vendors on physical installations.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel regionally
• Preferred Qualifications (not mandatory):
  • Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash) for automation or system integration.
  • Exposure to AI/ML tools or video analytics for threat detection or incident filtering.
  • Vendor certifications (e.g., Genetec, Gallagher, Axis).
  • Project management experience or certifications (e.g., PMP).
  • Physical Security Professional (PSP) or equivalent certification

Additional Information

Life at Grab

We care about your well‑being at Grab, here are some of the global benefits we offer:

• We have your back with Term Life Insurance and comprehensive Medical Insurance.
• With GrabFlex, create a benefits package that suits your needs and aspirations.
• Celebrate moments that matter in life with loved ones through Parental and Birthday leave, and give back to your communities through Love-all-Serve-all (LASA) volunteering leave
• We have a confidential Grabber Assistance Programme to guide and uplift you and your loved ones through life's challenges.
• Balancing personal commitments and life's demands are made easier with our FlexWork arrangements such as differentiated hours

What We Stand For at Grab

We are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that enables diverse Grabbers to grow and perform at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all candidates fairly and equally regardless of nationality, ethnicity, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, family commitments, physical and mental impairments or disabilities, and other attributes that make them unique.