Physical Security
Professionals in this role design and operate physical security programs protecting AI infrastructure, personnel, and sensitive operations across data centers, corporate facilities, and government-contracted environments. They distinguish themselves by combining deep technical expertise in access control, surveillance systems, and facility design with strategic program management—balancing rapid business growth against regulatory compliance frameworks like NISPOM, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II. These roles typically sit within specialized security teams or Global Security functions, partnering closely with facilities, engineering, compliance, and executive leadership to embed security into facility planning while maintaining operational efficiency and threat responsiveness.
Skills
What companies are looking for in this role.
Implementing and enforcing physical security standards and policies across facilities
Managing facility access control policies, requests, and revocations
Conducting security audits and risk assessments of physical infrastructure
Creating and delivering security training programs for employees, contractors, and visitors
Designing and overseeing physical security infrastructure including barriers, access points, and surveillance systems
Developing and executing global physical security strategy aligned with international compliance standards
Managing security incidents, investigations, and incident response operations
Liaising with colocation partners and external facility operators on security matters
Building and scaling security programs across multiple facility types and geographic locations
Integrating security requirements into facility design and construction projects
Assessing and mitigating workplace threat landscapes and performing threat assessments
Establishing governance frameworks and compliance controls for physical security across enterprises
Managing executive protection programs including travel security and personal safety
Managing supply chain security and vendor ecosystem risk assessments
Supporting government-mandated security programs and compliance with federal regulations
Collaborating with cross-functional teams including engineering, operations, and leadership
Establishing organizational discipline and security culture across operations
Communicating security concepts through public speaking and presentation skills
Writing security policies, procedures, and documentation
Building trust and rapport with internal teams and external partners
Applying judgment in complex security decision-making and risk prioritization
Leading and scaling teams within security organizations
Demonstrating customer service orientation and relationship management skills
Technology
The tools and technologies that define this role.
Open Jobs
18 open Physical Security jobs across 7 companies.
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