Data Center Security & Safety Officer

Securitas; Dublin; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted Private Healthcare Scheme

Company pension

Bike to work scheme

Employee discounts

Training & development opportunities

Job summary

Securitas is seeking a Security and Safety Officer on a specified-purpose contract for Ballycoolin, Dublin. The role requires protecting people, property, and ensuring a safe and welcoming environment across a 24/7 data-center setting.

Responsibilities include access control, CCTV monitoring, incident response, and maintaining secure operations while upholding HSE standards and SOPs. Fully flexible with days, nights, and weekends; training and progression opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a data center, critical infrastructure, or high-security environment is highly desirable.
• Valid PSA security license. FAR, Manual Handling, Fire warden training desirable.
• Strong understanding of integrated security systems, including Access Control, CCTV, intrusion detection, and alarm monitoring.
• Good working knowledge of Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) standards within a regulated environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and customer-focused approach.
• Strong problem-solving ability with a calm, methodical approach to incident management in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to follow strict procedures while maintaining attention to detail and situational awareness.
• Highly organized with strong multitasking, prioritization, and reporting skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and security reporting systems.
• Strong observational skills and experience using communication systems such as two-way radios.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team within a 24/7 shift-based environment.
• Fully flexible to work days, nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform a range of security and safety duties within a critical data center environment, including access control, CCTV monitoring, alarm response, and control room operations in line with site policies and procedures.
• Secure the facility by conducting proactive patrols, monitoring surveillance systems, inspecting infrastructure, and controlling access to sensitive and restricted areas.
• Assume immediate responsibility for incident and emergency response, including fire alarms, security breaches, and safety risks, ensuring swift escalation and adherence to SOPs.
• Maintain the safe and uninterrupted flow of personnel, contractors, and vehicles across the site while enforcing strict security protocols.
• Produce accurate incident reports, logs, and operational records, ensuring all events are documented and communicated in line with compliance requirements.
• Identify, assess, and report all security threats, vulnerabilities, and health & safety risks during patrols or control room monitoring.
• Ensure full compliance with all security policies, SOPs, Operational Orders, and Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) regulations.
• Manage and operate access control systems, including badge issuance, access permissions, visitor management, and key control processes.
• Support contractor management activities, including escorting vendors, and ensuring adherence to site safety requirements.
• Monitor and enforce compliance of all personnel, contractors, and visitors with site security and safety standards.
• Support the coordination of site activities to ensure operational continuity and resilience within a 24/7 mission-critical environment.
• Assist with lost and found, administrative duties, and other operational support tasks as required.
• Deliver a high standard of customer service, building strong working relationships with clients, site teams, and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure appropriate staffing levels, incident readiness, and continuous improvement of security and safety processes.

Skills

Data center security

CCTV monitoring

Access control

Alarm monitoring

Incident response

Patrols

Communication systems

MS Office

Reporting

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Shift work

Tools

Two-way radios

Security reporting systems

Job description

Securitas is seeking a Security and Safety Officer on a specified-purpose contract for Ballycoolin, Dublin. The role requires protecting people, property, and ensuring a safe and welcoming environment across a 24/7 data-center setting.

Responsibilities include access control, CCTV monitoring, incident response, and maintaining secure operations while upholding HSE standards and SOPs. Fully flexible with days, nights, and weekends; training and progression opportunities available.