Manager Physical Security, EMEA

Location: City Of London

About Vantage Data Centers 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. In most cases, we specify, purchase, configure and maintain all physical security networking, software, and server hardware. We also work closely with partner VARs to learn about the latest technology changes so that we can make informed purchase decisions. We are always looking 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 ’re expanding with many new builds!

Position Overview The physical Security team is 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 programs, globally. 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 Global Procedures that encompass all aspects of Data centre 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 the Physical Security interface.

Desirable Job Experience / Qualifications Data Center or CNI Physical Security Operations experienceCSMP/CPP/PSP qualifications or the willingness to acquire

Duties

Manage Physical Security vendors for staffing, supervision, and oversight

Collaborate with internal and external teams for design and construction at each data center 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 the 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 a related field; 8 years of progressively responsible experience, in leading large, global security programs may be substituted in lieu of a degree

Proven leadership skills and strong business acumen

Physical security operations experience

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 BCDRHands-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 (Genetec, Service Now, cameras, door alarms, badge readers etc.)Must have strong organisation awareness and result oriented mindset to deliver prompt, efficient, quality service to our…