Posted 7 days ago
Project Security Officer | Data Centre
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Leads security operations at a Melbourne data centre, overseeing visitor management, access control, compliance, and audits in a construction and operational environment.
About this role
About the Company
As one of Australia’s leading security companies, MSS Security is built on teamwork, respect, and integrity. We provide long-term career paths, stability, and a workplace where your professionalism and dedication are genuinely valued. To find out more visit our website at www.msssecurity.com.au.
About the role
MSS Security is seeking a Project Security Officer who holds an active NV1 Clearance to lead security operations at a high-profile data centre in Melbourne.
Initially, you will be responsible for overseeing security operations within a construction environment, before transitioning into the established data centre once it is fully operational.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Ensure visitors and contractors remain within authorised areas and are escorted or monitored at all times.
- Verify and confirm visitor identification prior to granting access to secure areas and maintain visitor logs.
- Challenge and report any unauthorised persons, suspicious behaviour or security breaches in accordance with site procedures.
- Monitor compliance with security policies and standards.
- Coordinate security audits and maintain compliance registers and audit evidence.
- Lead online meetings with the National Account Manager, the customer and stakeholders.
Requirements:
- Must be an Australian Citizen and hold an active NV1 Clearance.
- Valid Victorian Security Licence.
- Valid Victorian Drivers Licence.
- White Card (or willing to obtain).
- Valid First Aid & CPR Certificates (or willing to obtain).
- Availability to work Monday to Saturday.
- Ideally reside in the northern suburbs, with the flexibility to travel to the CBD and western suburbs as required.
- Prior experience working in data centres, with a strong understanding of data centre security.
- Security team leader experience will be highly regarded.
Master Licence Number: 409-987-30S
How to apply
MSS Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer, valuing the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions of each person We encourage and celebrate diversity.
We are proud to:
be certified by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency,
be a partner and supporter of Veterans employment and honoured to have an endorsed INNOVATE Reconciliation Action Plan.
Click APPLY to complete your application and you will be prompted to answer a few simple questions and upload your CV.
Thanks for taking the time to consider MSS as a future employer and we look forward to hearing from you.
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