Heath, Safety & Security Lead

Finastra; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Wellbeing programs

Career development

Job summary

Finastra is seeking a Health, Safety & Security Lead to protect people, facilities, and operations across the Americas, with some international support. The role requires proactive leadership to manage health, safety, physical security, and incident processes.

The candidate will assess threats, conduct investigations, ensure regulatory compliance, and partner with stakeholders to strengthen resilience and security preparedness.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in corporate security and health and safety
• Experience managing incidents and investigations
• Understanding regulatory requirements for security and safety
• Strong analytical and investigative abilities
• Ability to influence across diverse regions and teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including executive-level briefings
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; professional certifications preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead HS&S programs across the Americas and select international sites
• Monitor incidents, threats, and security events and respond accordingly
• Conduct investigations related to security incidents and safety concerns
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, security, and regulatory standards
• Develop risk assessments and preparedness strategies
• Coordinate crisis response and recovery efforts for major events
• Prepare executive-level reports and recommendations

Skills

Security leadership

Incident management

Threat assessments

Crisis response

Regulatory compliance

Investigation skills

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Who are we?

At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.

At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.

What Will You Contribute?

As the Health, Safety & Security Lead, you will play a critical role in protecting Finastra's people, facilities, and operations by leading health, safety, physical security, and incident management initiatives across the Americas while supporting selected international locations.

You will serve as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert, driving the maturity of Finastra's corporate security and health and safety programs. This role requires a proactive professional who can assess threats, manage incidents, conduct investigations, oversee regulatory compliance, and partner with stakeholders across multiple regions to strengthen organizational resilience and security preparedness.

Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Lead the execution and continuous improvement of Finastra's Health, Safety, Physical Security, and related resiliency programs across the Americas.


• Monitor, assess, and respond to incidents, threats, security events, and emerging risks affecting employees, facilities, and business operations.


• Conduct and support investigations related to security incidents, workplace safety concerns, and operational disruptions.


• Partner with internal stakeholders and regional teams to ensure compliance with applicable health, safety, security, and regulatory requirements.


• Develop security risk assessments, threat analyses, and preparedness strategies to enhance organizational resilience.


• Coordinate crisis response activities, incident management processes, and recovery efforts during significant events.


• Prepare executive-level reports, presentations, and recommendations on security, safety, and risk-related matters.


• Lead strategic program enhancements and collaborate with global teams to strengthen physical security and operational resilience capabilities.

Required Experience & Skills

• Significant experience in corporate security, physical security, health and safety, emergency management, investigations, law enforcement, military service, or related disciplines.


• Demonstrated experience managing incidents, investigations, threat assessments, crisis situations, and security-related risks.


• Strong understanding of physical security programs, threat monitoring, incident response, and regulatory compliance requirements.


• Exceptional analytical and investigative skills with the ability to assess complex situations and recommend appropriate actions.


• Experience building relationships and influencing stakeholders across diverse teams, cultures, and geographic regions.


• Outstanding written, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with executive leadership.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail and a strategic mindset.


• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience. Certifications in Business Continuity, Emergency Management, Physical Security, Project Management, or related disciplines are preferred. Active or previous government security clearance experience is considered an asset.

Location: Atlanta, Georgia-This is a hybrid role with 2 days/week in office requirement (Sandy Springs, GA).

Travel: Up to 25% travel.

Benefits

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we stand for:

Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities. Benefit from hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.

Well‑being: Access confidential one‑to‑one support through our Employee Assistance Program, connect with our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and take part in monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive—inside and outside of work.

Health & Financial Security: Medical, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, lifestyle, and other benefits.

Sustainability: Paid time off for volunteering and donation‑matching opportunities to support causes that matter to you.

Inclusion: Get involved in our inclusion communities, such as Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastra—open to everyone who wants to participate and contribute.

Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.

Recognition: Take part in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and share your voice through regular employee surveys that help shape our culture and ways of working.

• Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique—bringing their own ideas, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences. We learn from one another, value what makes us different, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and able to be their authentic selves.

Be unique. Be exceptional. Help us make a difference at Finastra.

Applicants for this position need to be located in posted location or their immediate surrounding areas. Due to the requirements of this position, this job posting is not available for, and Finastra will not be considering any applicants who currently reside in New York City or California.