Security Manager, EMEA

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Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Physical Security Department

The Security Department for Vantage Data Centers is very hands on. We specify, purchase, configure and maintain all physical security networking and server hardware. We work closely with partners and trusted suppliers to learn about the latest technology changes so that we can make informed purchase decisions. We always look for ways to strike the best balance between technology, performance, and cost. Vantage Global Physical & Informational Security Department also participates in designing each of our new data center building’s security infrastructure. If you like getting into the details and helping to design, build and maintain Security infrastructure in a modern data center, then come work at Vantage. We’re expanding with many new builds!

Position Overview

The Manager, Physical Security FRA post is a pivotal role within the EMEA security team. We are looking for a forward-thinking, results-oriented, innovative Manager, Physical Security with the ability to develop, execute and oversee data center (DC) security operations and programmes for your sites. As the Principal Manager, Physical Security, you will be expected to create and verify compliance with security procedures, training, standards, and policies, while optimizing the effectiveness and efficiency of physical security at our facilities. You will champion new initiatives for the physical security team and oversee planning processes and delegations across multiple business partner teams. You will contribute and help drive the development of long-term corporate strategy and goals. You will partner with the Design and Engineering Team, Site Operations, and Construction Managers.

Essential Job Functions

• Enforce Vantage Physical Security Policy and Procedures that encompasses all aspects of Datacenter Physical Security, including design, construction, testing, daily operation, and maintenance.
• Implement a complete staffing plan that covers hiring, training, oversight, and compliance.
• Lead a multi-site team of Supervisors and Security Officers.
• Manage all aspects of customer safety requirements across all campuses, including Physical Security interface.
• Manage the OPEX budgets for all sites within your responsibility.

Duties

• Manage Physical Security vendors for staffing, supervision, and oversight.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams for design and construction at each datacenter campus. Team with Operations to ensure compliance with all aspects of customer requirements.
• Work with finance and construction to ensure continual cost efficiencies across multiple sites. You will develop and maintain metrics that track effectiveness and improvements in your department in the areas of builds and budgets (both O&M/Capex).
• Coordinate with Site Operations for all daily activities to ensure a safe and secure environment for employees and customers.
• Create a training program for security staff, as well as internal employees and customers (as required).
• Examine all areas of department performance by working with Performance Improvement/Optimization team.
• Continually set increased performance goals by looking at industry best practices and creating an internal improvement program.
• Develop standards and a program for employee and contractor background checks and manage the program.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related field; 8 years progressively responsible experience in leading large, global security programs may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
• Proven leadership skills and strong business acumen.
• Data Center security operations experience preferred.
• Experience and knowledge of secure rooms, physical security requirements, CCTV, multi-factor authentication, and biometrics.
• Experience & participation in applicable areas and related policies for safety and BCDR.
• Hands-on experience with background checks and badging requirements.
• Experience creating and implementing global standards for security.
• Must have a multi-disciplinary security background with knowledge in several areas including developing and implementing layered security architecture; risk and vulnerability assessments, compliance to implement information security related standards and initiatives.
• Working knowledge of system auditing concepts including regular reporting for compliance, the efficiency of security systems (CCTV, door alarms, badge readers).
• Must have strong organization awareness and result-oriented mindset to deliver prompt, efficient, quality service to our customers and business partners.
• Prior leadership experience with a concentration on physical security.
• Ownership and program management of technology security solutions.
• German / English language written and verbal – fluent Essential.
• Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Travel is expected to be 25% (domestic and international), but may increase over time as the business evolves.

Wait, there’s more! At Vantage Data Centers, we offer our Colleagues

• Collaborative work environments with dynamic growth opportunities.
• Our commitment to your ongoing career development and education.
• Comprehensive competitive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on some of the world's most iconic and innovative projects and to shine as an industry leader.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.