Security Technician (Lead)

Data Center Solution Singapore; Cikarang; On-site; IDR 300,000,000 - 650,000,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Security Lead for a Data Center facility. You will lead and oversee physical security operations, incident management, and compliance programs to protect personnel, assets, and critical infrastructure on-site.

You will serve as the primary security contact, manage access control in Data Halls, MMRs, and other restricted spaces, and coordinate with operations and vendors to maintain a secure environment and support emergency response and business continuity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years in security operations or mission-critical facilities.
• Experience leading incident response and investigations.
• Knowledge of access control, CCTV, and visitor management.
• Data Center security practices and uptime-sensitive environments.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work with customers, vendors, and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily physical security operations and incident response.
• Serve as on-site security point of contact for escalations.
• Oversee security in Data Halls, MMRs, and restricted areas.
• Conduct patrols, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Lead investigations and ensure corrective actions are tracked.
• Monitor compliance of contractors and visitors.
• Support emergency response and business continuity.
• Coordinate with vendors for maintenance of security systems.
• Prepare security reports and participate in audits.
• Train security staff on policies and procedures.

Skills

Security operations

Incident response

Access control

Investigation & audits

Emergency management

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CCTV platforms

Access control systems

Job description

About the Role

As a CBRE Security Lead, you will lead and oversee physical security operations, incident management, compliance programs, and continuous improvement initiatives at a client Data Center facility. This role is part of the Security and Fire job function and is responsible for ensuring adherence to client security standards, maintaining a safe and secure environment within a mission-critical Data Center, and providing leadership during security incidents, investigations, and critical events.

The Security Lead serves as the primary security point of contact on-site, ensuring physical security measures, access control processes, compliance requirements, and operational procedures are consistently executed to protect personnel, customers, assets, and critical infrastructure. This role requires a strong understanding of Data Center security operations, including managing access to critical areas such as Data Halls, Meet-Me Rooms (MMRs), and other restricted spaces.

What You'll Do

• Lead daily physical security operations, access control activities, and incident response functions within the Data Center facility.


• Act as the primary point of contact for escalated security incidents, emergencies, investigations, and critical events.


• Oversee physical security operations within Data Halls, Meet-Me Rooms (MMRs), loading bays, and other restricted or sensitive areas.


• Conduct routine patrols and inspections to identify security risks, safety hazards, operational concerns, and compliance gaps.


• Lead security incident investigations, perform root cause analyses, and ensure corrective actions are implemented and tracked to completion.


• Monitor contractors, vendors, customers, and visitors to ensure compliance with site security policies, procedures, and access requirements.


• Support emergency response, crisis management, evacuation, and business continuity activities as required.


• Perform routine inspections and functionality checks of access control systems, CCTV systems, badge readers, doors, locks, alarms, and other physical security devices.


• Coordinate with security system vendors and service providers to address maintenance activities, repairs, and system issues.


• Ensure compliance with client security requirements, Data Center security standards, visitor management procedures, and access governance controls.


• Partner closely with Data Center Operations, Facilities, EHS, and Global Security teams to maintain a secure and compliant operating environment.


• Prepare and deliver daily, weekly, monthly, and incident-specific security reports.


• Escort customers, auditors, vendors, visitors, and other stakeholders within secure and restricted areas as required.


• Train, mentor, and coach security personnel on policies, procedures, incident response protocols, and industry best practices.


• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of security procedures, site playbooks, and operational standards.


• Participate in audits, security assessments, compliance reviews, and customer inspections.


• Support security-related projects and initiatives that enhance the site's overall security posture and operational effectiveness.

What You'll Need

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.


• Minimum 5 years of experience in security operations, law enforcement, military, Data Center environments, mission-critical facilities, or a related field.


• Proven experience leading incident response activities, investigations, and emergency management efforts.


• Strong knowledge of physical security operations, access control systems, CCTV platforms, visitor management processes, and security compliance programs.


• Previous experience working within a Data Center, colocation facility, or other mission-critical environment is required.


• Understanding of Data Center physical security practices, including:
  
  
  
  • Data Hall access controls
  
  
  • Restricted area management
  
  
  • Customer and vendor escort procedures
  
  
  • Visitor management programs
  
  
  • Critical infrastructure protection
  
  
  • Security operations within uptime-sensitive environments
  
  
  
  


• Experience conducting security risk assessments, audits, investigations, and corrective action tracking.


• Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, and report-writing skills.


• Ability to work effectively with customers, vendors, contractors, and cross-functional teams.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.


• Ability to perform routine patrols, inspections, and physical security assessments within the Data Center facility.


• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset.


• Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound decisions during emergencies and security incidents.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting security operations within hyperscale, colocation, enterprise, or cloud Data Center environments.


• Familiarity with mission-critical facility operations and critical infrastructure protection practices.


• Experience managing customer-facing security operations within a Data Center environment.


• Experience supporting audits related to physical security, compliance, or customer assurance programs.


• Relevant certifications in security management, physical security, investigations, emergency response, law enforcement, military service, or related disciplines are advantageous.