Data Center Security & Safety Officer — Flexible Shifts

Securitas; Dublin; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Bike to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Life assurance

Overtime opportunities

Training and progression

Job summary

Securitas is seeking a Security and Safety Officer on a specified purpose contract in the Dublin area. The role covers access control, CCTV monitoring, incident response, and control room operations within a data center environment.

Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends is required, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. Training, licensing, and progression opportunities are provided as part of a comprehensive benefits package.

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.

Responsibilities

• 1. 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.
• 2. Secure the facility by conducting proactive patrols, monitoring surveillance systems, inspecting infrastructure, and controlling access to sensitive and restricted areas.
• 3. Assume immediate responsibility for incident and emergency response, including fire alarms, security breaches, and safety risks, ensuring swift escalation and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• 4. Maintain the safe and uninterrupted flow of personnel, contractors, and vehicles across the site while enforcing strict security protocols.
• 5. Produce accurate incident reports, logs, and operational records, ensuring all events are documented and communicated in line with compliance requirements.
• 6. Identify, assess, and report all security threats, vulnerabilities, and health & safety risks during patrols or control room monitoring.
• 7. Ensure full compliance with all security policies, SOPs, Operational Orders, and Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) regulations.
• 8. Manage and operate access control systems, including badge issuance, access permissions, visitor management, and key control processes.
• 9. Support contractor management activities, including escorting vendors, and ensuring adherence to site safety requirements.
• 10. Monitor and enforce compliance of all personnel, contractors, and visitors with site security and safety standards.
• 11. Support the coordination of site activities to ensure operational continuity and resilience within a 24/7 mission-critical environment.
• 12. Assist with lost and found, administrative duties, and other operational support tasks as required.
• 13. Deliver a high standard of customer service, building strong working relationships with clients, site teams, and stakeholders.
• 14. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure appropriate staffing levels, incident readiness, and continuous improvement of security and safety processes.

Skills

Data center security

Access control

CCTV monitoring

Incident management

HSE standards

Communication

MS Office

Two-way radios

Teamwork

Procedural discipline

Multitasking

Observation

Tools

MS Office

Security reporting systems

Access Control systems

CCTV systems

Two-way radios

Job description

Securitas is seeking a Security and Safety Officer on a specified purpose contract in the Dublin area. The role covers access control, CCTV monitoring, incident response, and control room operations within a data center environment.

Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends is required, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. Training, licensing, and progression opportunities are provided as part of a comprehensive benefits package.