Lead Security Analyst

Job Overview

Join our team as a Physical Security Administrator where youll take the lead in supporting and evolving our global physical security program. From daily system operations to driving improvements and scaling modern solutions youll play a critical role in protecting our people offices and ideal candidate is detail-oriented technically curious calm under pressure and comfortable coordinating across IT Facilities Security Operations and external vendors.

This role is operational at its core but not passive: youll be expected to spot gaps improve processes and help modernize how physical security is delivered at role can be based out of our Cambridge or Dublin offices; candidates must have the ability to commute onsite.

Key Responsibilities

Physical Security System Administration

Administer and maintain physical security platforms including access control systems video management systems (VMS) intrusion alarms and visitor management tools. Perform routine audits updates and configuration changes to ensure systems operate reliably and securely.

Access Management & Controls

Provision modify and deprovision physical access for employees contractors and visitors in accordance with policy. Support badge lifecycle management role-based access and periodic access reviews in coordination with HR IT and Security.

Monitoring & Incident Support

Monitor physical security systems and alerts respond to access or system issues and support investigations related to security incidents. Assist with evidence collection (e.g. access logs video footage) and documentation as required.

Vendor & Partner Coordination

Work with external vendors integrators and managed service providers to resolve system issues perform maintenance and support new deployments. Track tickets follow up on SLAs and escalate when needed.

System Testing & Improvements

Support testing of new physical security capabilities system upgrades and office expansions or remodels. Participate in proof-of-concept efforts for new tools or technologies and provide operational feedback.

Documentation & Process Management

Create and maintain clear documentation for system configurations operational procedures access standards and runbooks. Help standardize processes across regions to improve consistency and audit readiness.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner closely with Facilities IT Workplace Experience Security Operations and Legal/HR to align physical security operations with business needs employee experience and compliance requirements.

Compliance & Audits

Support internal and external audits by providing evidence reports and system data related to physical access and security controls. Assist with policy enforcement and compliance tracking.

Qualifications

Experience

3 years of experience in physical security operations systems administration facilities security or a related role.

Education

Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice Information Systems Engineering or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

Certifications (Nice to Have)

Relevant certifications such as PSP CPP ASIS certifications or vendor-specific training for access control or VMS platforms.

Technical Skills

• Hands-on experience administering access control and video surveillance systems (e.g. Lenel Genetec Avigilon CCURE Verkada or similar).
  
  
• Familiarity with badge systems readers controllers cameras and alarm panels.
  
  
• Ability to analyze access logs system alerts and video footage for operational or investigative purposes.
  
  
• Comfort working with ticketing systems documentation tools and basic reporting.
  
  
• General understanding of security principles risk management and incident response.
  
  
• Experience working alongside IT/network teams for system integrations is a plus.
  
  

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail and operational discipline.
  
  
• Calm methodical approach to incident handling and troubleshooting.
  
  
• Clear written and verbal communication skills especially when coordinating across teams.
  
  
• Ability to manage multiple requests and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  
  
• Curiosity and willingness to improve systems and processes rather than just maintain them.