Physical Security Systems Specialist

Gallagher; Greater London; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Gallagher is seeking a Physical Security Systems Specialist to shape and deliver access control, CCTV, and related security technologies across the UK & EMEA. You will design, implement, and optimise security solutions, collaborating with IT, Facilities, and Real Estate teams to keep employees, facilities, and assets secure.

The ideal candidate has extensive physical security experience and a solid understanding of low-voltage infrastructure, with a readiness to work in a hybrid model, including

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with physical security systems and technologies.
• Knowledge of low voltage systems and security networking.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and vendors concurrently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent problem-solving and cross-cultural communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage regional access control, CCTV, intrusion, and visitor systems.
• Lead regional projects, ensuring delivery within scope, budget and schedule.
• Maintain comprehensive security documentation and system records.
• Collaborate with IT, Facilities, Real Estate and business partners.
• Manage badge inventory and access credential issuance/replacement.
• Troubleshoot system issues and coordinate with vendors for resolution.

Skills

Physical security expertise

Low voltage knowledge

Project and vendor management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Problem solving & communication

Job description

Overview

As a Physical Security Systems Specialist, you will help shape and deliver physical security solutions across our UK & EMEA locations. You'll be responsible for supporting the design, implementation, integration, and ongoing optimisation of access control, CCTV, and other security technologies that help keep our employees, facilities, and assets secure. You'll collaborate with teams across IT, Facilities, Real Estate, and regional business functions to deliver security projects and ensure systems remain effective, compliant, and fit for purpose. The ideal candidate will have experience with enterprise security platforms and a good understanding of low-voltage infrastructure and systems. We offer flexible/hybrid working and the expectation would be to be in London 3 days a week as a minimum.

Program Leadership & Strategy

• Support the design, deployment, and lifecycle management of regional access control, CCTV, intrusion alarm, and visitor management systems.
• Lead regional projects involving system upgrades, expansions, and new installations, ensuring delivery to scope, budget, and timeline.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive site security documentation and system records.
• Track and report on project progress, risks, and key deliverables.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and business partners across the region.

Operations & Support

• Ensure the reliable operation and ongoing performance of physical security systems across the EMEA region.
• Collaborate with Physical Security, IT, Facilities, and Real Estate teams to deliver effective and scalable security solutions.
• Manage badging inventory and support the issuance and replacement of access credentials.
• Assist in troubleshooting system issues and coordinate resolution with vendors and service providers.

Governance & Compliance

• Maintain documentation and records relating to security system installations, configurations, and maintenance activities.
• Support internal audits, external inspections, and compliance initiatives, including ISO 27001 and ISO 22301 requirements.
• Conduct periodic access control reviews and audits to ensure compliance with security policies and standards.
• Administer user access permissions and support access governance processes.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Partner with regional service providers, contractors, and system integrators to support operational and project objectives.
• Provide subject matter expertise and consultative support to regional and local business units.
• Work closely with Corporate Real Estate and Facilities teams to ensure physical security requirements are incorporated into office and facility projects.

Training & Awareness

• Deliver end-user training on physical security systems, processes, and best practices.
• Promote awareness of physical security technologies and their role in protecting employees, facilities, and assets.
• Support and engage local security champions to enhance security education and adoption across the region.

About You

• Extensive experience and knowledge of physical security systems and technologies
• General knowledge of physical security hardware, low voltage systems and security networking
• Ability to manage multiple projects and vendors simultaneously.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills across diverse cultures.
• Ability to work under minimum supervision.
• Understand security best practices and competencies.

Compensation and Benefits

At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being
• Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
• A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership
• The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact
• At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace.

If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities.

Although this role is listed as full-time, if you’re in a job-share partnership, work reduced hours, or have any other flexible arrangement, please still get in touch. We will also offer reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process if required, so please let us know.

Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)