Security Expert (Physical Security / Data Center)

Titanicom Tech Limited; Fatih; On-site; TRY 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

TITANICOM is seeking a Security Expert to oversee physical security operations for data centers and critical infrastructure projects in Istanbul, Türkiye. The role focuses on security management, loss prevention, incident response, and KPI-driven improvements.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with CCTV, access control, and security monitoring, plus strong leadership and cross‑functional collaboration with IT and facilities teams. Fluency in Turkish and English is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Safety Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in physical security management and operations.
• Experience with large-scale projects and critical infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of security systems.
• Fluent Turkish and English required.
• Mandarin Chinese preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily physical security operations and ensure policy compliance.
• Manage access control for personnel, visitors, and contractors.
• Coordinate on-site security teams and external providers.
• Develop and improve security procedures and KPIs.
• Lead security incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Monitor CCTV, access control, and alarm systems.
• Collaborate with SOC and facilities IT for secure operations.
• Provide security reports and risk mitigation recommendations.

Skills

Physical security

Security operations

Loss prevention

Incident response

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Crisis management

Turkish/English bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree in Security Management

Tools

CCTV systems

Access control

Intrusion detection

Alarm monitoring

Job description

Security Expert (Physical Security / Data Center)

Workplace Type: On-site

Employment Type: Full-time

Language Requirements: Fluent Turkish and English Required | Mandarin Chinese Preferred

About the Role

TITANICOM is seeking an experienced Security Expert to oversee physical security operations and security management for international data center and critical infrastructure projects in Istanbul, Türkiye.

This role focuses on physical security management, loss prevention, security incident response, security team coordination, and the implementation of operational security standards.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing physical security operations in large-scale environments such as data centers, logistics facilities, warehouses, industrial sites, corporate campuses, or other critical infrastructure facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily physical security operations and ensure compliance with established security policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Manage personnel, visitors, contractors, vehicles, and asset access control processes to ensure site security and compliance.
• Coordinate and supervise on‑site security teams, external security service providers, and security vendors.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve physical security procedures, operational standards, and security performance indicators (KPIs).
• Lead security incident investigations, risk assessments, corrective actions, and end‑to‑end incident closure.
• Implement physical loss prevention measures to protect company assets, equipment, facilities, and personnel.
• Monitor and improve physical security systems, including CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, and alarm management systems.
• Collaborate with Security Operations Center (SOC) teams to respond to security alarms, incidents, and potential threats.
• Coordinate emergency response activities, crisis management procedures, and security arrangements for major events.
• Manage security‑related projects, coordinate resources, track progress, and ensure timely implementation of security improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with facility operations, IT teams, contractors, and other stakeholders to maintain a secure and stable operational environment.
• Provide security performance reports, incident analysis, and risk mitigation recommendations to management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Safety Engineering, Facility Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven professional experience in physical security management, security operations, loss prevention, or corporate security.
• Experience managing security operations for large-scale projects, industrial facilities, logistics centers, warehouses, corporate campuses, or critical infrastructure environments.
• Strong knowledge of physical security systems, including access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, and security monitoring.
• Experience coordinating or managing security teams, contractors, and external security service providers.
• Demonstrated ability to manage security incidents, conduct investigations, implement corrective actions, and ensure effective incident closure.
• Strong understanding of security risk assessment, emergency response, and crisis management procedures.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, organizational, and decision‑making abilities.
• Ability to independently manage security operations, identify risks, and drive operational improvements.
• Fluent Turkish and English are mandatory, with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in data center (IDC) physical security operations.
• Experience in large-scale logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, industrial facilities, or other high‑security environments.
• Experience implementing physical loss prevention strategies and managing asset protection programs.
• Familiarity with SOC operations, security alarm management, and incident escalation procedures.
• Experience managing multiple security sites or large security teams.
• Knowledge of international physical security standards and security management frameworks.
• Mandarin Chinese communication skills are an advantage.
• Experience working on international projects or in multinational organizations is preferred.