Manager - Safety & Security
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At Workday, it all began with a conversation over breakfast. When our founders met at a sunny California diner, they came up with an idea to revolutionize the enterprise software market. And when we began to rise, one thing that really set us apart was our culture. A culture which was driven by our value of putting our people first. And ever since, the happiness, development, and contribution of every Workmate is central to who we are.
About the Team
This role sits within the Global Workplace Safety (GWS) team at Workday. The GWS team is responsible for ensuring the Safety and physical Security of our Workmates, workplaces and technologies through the development, planning and implementation of company wide safety programs and the administrative supervision of the security organization.
About the Role
This position will be based in Dublin, Ireland and reports to the Director, Global Workplace Safety EMEA. The Manager, Physical Security & Safety is responsible for the delivery of physical security programs, training and strategies including provision of on-going support, analysis, planning implementation and deployment of physical security standards and risk mitigation programs across the EMEA region.
Key areas of responsibility include:
* Acting as a subject matter expert for Physical Security operations, the Manager Physical Security & Safety will work closely with the Workplace and Security Systems teams and their Integrators in designing, implementing and commissioning physical security including Access Control, CCTV, Intruder Alarm & Alarm Monitoring in Workday locations across EMEA.
* Responsible for delivery of Physical Security related training programs and Physical Security Standards compliance at all offices across EMEA, and serves as a key point of contact for regional Physical Security matters including: incident investigation, analysis and response, and audit compliance.
* Oversee the day to day management of the Contract Guard Force operations, managing KPI compliance and budget adherence.
* 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 across Workday.
* Manage the creation and implementation of all documentation, policies, and procedures supporting the Global Security Operation Center and physical security operations.
* Assist the Director, GWS in improving overall safety and security performance by implementing programs at EMEA offices to ensure a safe workplace and to emphasize safety and physical security work habits.
* Provides direction and leadership to our EMEA offices, supporting the safety and security business plan, and maintaining close business relationships with Workplace partners.
* Partners with business group managers including, Real Estate and Workplace, Development, Design, Network Engineering, Operations, Information Security, Privacy, Ethics & Compliance, Legal, Finance, HR and law enforcement.
* Prepares draft reports, presentations and audit documentation for GWS Sr. management consideration.
* Defines physical security KPIs to drive overall program success.
* Travel to Workday locations within EMEA is required to support Workday events and security program initiatives.
About You
Basic Qualifications:
* Academic certification in Security Management (QQI L6/Ba/Bs) highly desirable.
* Professional certification from an internationally recognised body (such as CPP/CSSM/CSMP) highly desirable.
* Formal training certification (Train the Trainer) highly desirable.
* Certification in people leadership/management highly desirable.
* You will have at least 7 years' of experience working in corporate physical security (preferably in the tech sector) with 5 years' of experience in a managerial or supervisory role.
Other Qualifications:
* Possess strong technical depth and breadth of knowledge of security and management concepts and principles.
* Proven track record in influencing, supervising and leading others, to solve complex and sensitive problems, and thrive in a fast paced environment!
* Demonstrated management of people (and/or people through vendor oversight), projects and relationships.
* Demonstrated analytical skills vital for the collation of data and the production of security management statistics as applied in a corporate setting.
* Demonstrated experience in development and managing KPIs.
* Understanding of, and experience with Six Sigma principles and root cause analysis (5 Whys) is highly desirable.
* Hands-on experience in Lenel, NC4, Milestone and Service Now highly desirable.
* Fluent in both written and spoken English to C2 or above under the CEFR framework.
* You must be eligible to work within the EU at the time of application, with no travel restrictions within the EMEA region or United States.
Our Approach to Flexible Work
With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role).
About Workday
At Workday, our employees have always been our number one Core Value. We understand that everyone has unique experiences and perspectives which is why our mission is to create a safe space where all people and ideas are welcomed. Our commitment to value inclusion, belonging, and equity (VIBE) and creating a brighter workday for all is the cornerstone of all we do. Join us!
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