Security Specialist/Manager

Manager, Facilities & Administration - Ireland, Dublin Office-based

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.

Reporting to the Global Director of ER&R and Physical Security, the 'Physical Security Specialist' is responsible for the implementation of ICON’s Physical Security Policies, Procedures and Technology Specifications in ICON locations throughout the world. Be the subject matter expert for Physical Security technologies, Physical Security and related Safety Awareness Training. The Physical Security Specialist contributes significantly to the creation of, and compliance with, security procedures, standards, policies, specifications and training in ICON globally while driving continuous improvements in Physical Security in all locations. 

Detailed Responsibilities:

•    The Physical Security Specialist is responsible for delivering physical security technology programs, training and strategies globally, responsible for providing on-going support, analysis, planning, implementation and deployment of access control infrastructure (both hardware & software).

•    Acting as a subject matter expert for Physical Security Technologies, the Physical Security Specialist will work closely with the Facilities Projects teams and Security System Integrators in designing, engineering, implementing, commissioning physical security including Access Control, CCTV, Intruder Alarm & Alarm Monitoring in ICON locations globally.

•    Responsible for delivery of Physical Security related training programs such as Workplace Violence, Security Awareness & Loss Prevention in all offices globally and serves as a key point of contact for regional Physical Security matters including: incident investigation, analysis and response and audit compliance.

•    Working collaboratively and developing excellent relationships across multiple departments and with multiple stakeholders, this role serves as a key central point of contact for Physical Security for all levels of management in ICON.

Your Profile:

•    Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field (security system integrator, security, criminal justice, electrical engineering, etc.).
•    Physical Security Professional (PSP) certifications preferred.
•    Experience with monitoring and assessing the performance of the global physical security systems.
•    Ability to lead security related communications, promotes security awareness, uses communications channels to facilitate the distribution of time sensitive security information.
•    Able to analyze global security systems architecture and processes to identify critical gaps and strategic value opportunities:

• Incident response.
• Managing a regional or global systems budget, vendor relationships, and reporting metrics.
• Design of Physical Security Systems & Technologies in the workplace.
• Training delivery.
• Audits and compliance.
• Policy, Procedure and Strategy writing and implementation.
• Project Management – significant experience in working on Physical Security technology implementation in construction and fit out projects.

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What ICON can offer you:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.

Our benefits examples include:

• Various annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
• Life assurance
• Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here

Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.

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