Regional Physical Security Engineer for Data Centers

Nscale; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nscale is seeking a Physical Security Engineer to lead regional security engineering across planning, design, construction, and commissioning lifecycles. You will ensure new data centers align with global physical security standards and act as the regional engineering authority.

You will collaborate with architects, consultants, and the Data Center Infrastructure team to integrate physical security early in designs and maintain it through delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, IT, or related discipline or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years leading physical security, critical infrastructure, or large deployment programs.
• Experience delivering physical security for hyperscale data centers or mission-critical facilities.

Responsibilities

• Review architectural/engineering designs for compliance with Nscale standards.
• Partner with DCI during planning and design development.
• Review security consultant designs, shop drawings, and equipment submittals.
• Evaluate proposed changes to scope and specifications.
• Serve as technical approval authority for physical security design changes.
• Support engineering coordination throughout construction.
• Perform installation quality inspections and milestone walkthroughs.
• Support commissioning and operational turnover activities.
• Provide technical support during construction and issue resolution.
• Serve as regional SME for physical security design and systems engineering.

Skills

Access control

Security networking

Structured cabling

Low-voltage systems

Security design standards

Cybersecurity fundamentals

Security system integration

Genetec

Education

Bachelor clearly in Engineering/related field

Tools

Genetec Security Center

Job description

Nscale is seeking a Physical Security Engineer to lead regional security engineering across planning, design, construction, and commissioning lifecycles. You will ensure new data centers align with global physical security standards and act as the regional engineering authority.

You will collaborate with architects, consultants, and the Data Center Infrastructure team to integrate physical security early in designs and maintain it through delivery.