Security Officer - Contract Credentialling

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Certis Security Australia is hiring a Security Officer ID Services in Sydney to blend frontline security with credential management, issuing and updating staff IDs, managing access control and incident response in a compliance driven environment. You’ll protect people and assets while ensuring secure issuance and deactivation of credentials, maintain accurate logs, and support visitor management and emergency response. Must have Security Licence 1A, a current First Aid certificate with CPR, and be able to clear a Police Check, with proven customer service and strong record keeping. To apply, tailor your resume to credentialing and stakeholder engagement, prepare for the virtual interview, and highlight attention to detail and teamwork; Certis values diversity.

At Certis Security Australia, our mission is to make our world safer, smarter and better. As Australia’s only next generation security company operating at scale, we protect some of the nation’s most sensitive assets through disciplined operations, strong governance and highly trusted people. 

Job Impact

We are seeking professional, customer-focused Security Officers – ID Services to support a secure operating environment through physical security, access control, surveillance, incident response and compliant credentialing processes. In this role, you’ll help protect people, assets and facilities while ensuring the secure issuance, management and control of staff identification credentials.

As a Security Officer – ID Services, you’ll deliver a combination of frontline security and identification support in a compliance-driven environment. The role includes monitoring site activity, controlling access, responding to incidents and operating ID service points to issue, replace, modify and deactivate staff credentials in line with client security requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide physical security controls in accordance with approved SOPs, including patrols, alarm response, lock-up and security checks.
• Monitor and operate CCTV, alarms, fire/security panels and surveillance systems, and respond to suspicious activity or incidents.
• Control site access and manage access cards, passes, keys, permissions and access logs.
• Issue, manage and control staff identification credentials, including onboarding, role changes, replacements and deactivation of credentials.
• Verify identity before issuing or modifying credentials and maintain accurate records, audit logs and compliance documentation.
• Manage lost, stolen or damaged ID cards and escalate discrepancies, anomalies or suspected misuse.
• Deliver professional customer-facing ID services while maintaining strict adherence to security and information protection requirements.
• Support emergency response, visitor management, contractor escorting and goods control where required.
• Complete all reports, logs and documentation accurately and participate in training and continuous improvement activities

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring strong customer service skills, sound judgment, attention to detail and the ability to work confidently within a procedural and compliance-led environment. You’ll be comfortable balancing frontline stakeholder interaction with accurate record keeping, secure systems use and credential management responsibilities.

Must have:

• Security Licence, Classification 1A (Unarmed Guarding).
• Valid First Aid Certificate (3 years validity) with current CPR Certificate (1 year validity).
• Ability to clear an Australian Police Check.
• Demonstrated experience in customer service and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong attention to detail and record-keeping capability.
• Experience working with access control systems and/or credential management processes.
• Intermediate PC skills across MS Suite and strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to operate effectively in a compliance-driven environment.

 Next Steps:  

Once you’ve submitted your application, the next step is to complete a virtual interview with Certis. 

This is an important part of our hiring process and must be completed for your application to be considered further. 

After you’ve finished your virtual interview, our hiring managers will review all candidates. If you’re successful in progressing to the next stage, we’ll be in touch to let you know what’s next. 

Diversity Statement 

Within Certis Australia, we believe our strength lies in the diversity of our people. We offer an inclusive culture where you can be your authentic self, contribute your unique perspective and grow with equal opportunities for advancement. Our commitment to a Safer, Smarter and Better workplace ensures every employee is supported, respected and empowered. 

We actively encourage First Nations and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans and candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. 

 Certis Security Australia – Master Licence Details 

Sydney Night Patrol & Inquiry Co Pty Ltd 

• NSW 400674602 

• ACT 17501220 

• QLD 41315 

• WA SA48240 

• NT 345 

• SA ISL 178143 

• TAS 3020 

Certis Security Australia Pty Ltd 

• NSW 405149073 

• ACT 17501742 

• QLD 3158254 

• WA SA 72311 

• SA ISL 235794 

• VIC Z05 798 61S 

• VIC Z05 798 40S 

• NT 1093 

• TAS 458596293