Physical Security Access Control Specialist

REN is a leading AI Cloud Service Provider, delivering large-scale GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN’s vertically integrated platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid‑connected land and data centers in renewable‑rich regions across the U.S. and Canada. With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever‑evolving applications of high‑performance compute.

We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right way – responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in. The Physical Security Access Control Specialist is responsible for the administration, coordination, and continuous improvement of the organization’s physical access control and badging program across corporate offices and data center environments.

This role supports security operations through access control governance, credential lifecycle management, compliance auditing, and coordination of security related service requests through JIRA workflows.

Job Requirements
Desired Skills, Qualifications and Competencies include

In-depth knowledge of physical security operations, including video surveillance, intrusion detection, and access control systems.

Experience securing classified, research, or highly regulated environments, including government facilities, critical infrastructure environments, and HPC data centres.

Experience managing access control workflows, credentialing, and audit processes.

Familiarity with security and compliance frameworks such as DoD, NIST, ISO 27001/27002, NERC CIP, and/or CMMC.

Strong incident management, crisis communication, and investigation skills.

Strong proficiency in enterprise security operations and integrated security technology solutions, including enterprise‑level platforms such as Genetec, Lenel

S2, and Avigilon systems.

Able to learn new software applications/programs quickly and effectively.

Certifications preferred: CPP (ASIS Certified Protection Professional), PSP (Physical Security Professional), CISM, or CPTED.

Post‑secondary education in a relevant practice (security systems technology and/or physical security), or equivalent.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, and basic project or inventory management tools.

Familiarity with JIRA or similar ticketing/workflow management systems.

Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple requests and priorities in fast paced environments.

Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and coordinate effectively with vendors and internal teams.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Minimum Requirements

3+ years of experience administering enterprise access control within physical security systems.

Experience working with enterprise access control platforms such as Motorola Solutions / Avigilon Alta, Lenel

S2, Genetec, CCURE, or similar platforms preferred.

Experience managing access control workflows, credentialing, and audit processes.

Familiarity with JIRA or similar ticketing/workflow management systems.

Familiarity with credentialing processes and identity verification practices in a regulated or high‑security environment.

Experience supporting compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, NERC CIP, or similar.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and reporting tools.

A clear Criminal Record Check is required.

Holds a Valid BC Security Worker’s License.

May require after hours support for urgent access related issues, audits, or security incidents.

Job Responsibilities

Administer enterprise access control platforms, credential databases, and badging systems.

Process and manage employee, contractor, vendor, and visitor access requests.

Coordinate provisioning, modification, suspension, and revocation of physical access credentials.

Manage access groups, access levels, schedules, and door permissions based on approved authorization workflows.

Maintain accurate badge holder records, credential inventories, and access documentation.

Manage badge printing operations, badge photo collection and quality control, and credential issuance processes.

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