DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct responsibility for on-site security vendor performance interfacing with on-site security teams in multiple data centers across the US
Provide guidance on corporate physical security programs to staff, vendors, and clients identifying gaps and recommending corrective actions
Develop and maintain post orders and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure execution and enforcement of business conduct and integrity standards, employee safety and security, security investigations, crisis response, business continuity and security and government partnerships
Regularly communicate updates to internal stakeholders, vendors, and clients regarding incidents, emerging risks, and other matters that may impact data center operations, employees, vendors or clients
Monitor customer requests and ensure appropriate and timely response to tickets or incidents.
Perform security and vulnerability assessments
Function as technical support for Security staff
Lead investigations, reporting, and after-action work in response to policy violations or criminal activities.
Establish and monitor performance metrics to determine security team effectiveness
Assist with security budget and contract management
Deliver training on security topics, assist in the coordination of security services to support planned and unplanned operations, and support incident investigation efforts
Travel approximately 10 percent of the time in order to perform the above responsibilities at the multiple data center locations nationally, on-call availability 24x7
Ability to make decisions and take responsibility for decisions effecting multiple sites within the data center fleet
QUALIFICATIONS
5 + years of site/campus security management experience
Planning, organizational, and motivational experience
Project and program implementation and management experience
Experience drafting SOPs in technical and non-technical formats
Experience reporting on physical security and site administrative KPIs
Experience presenting in formal and informal settings
Experience with safety and emergency procedure protocols and regulatory interfaces
Knowledge in physical security strategies, principles, standards, policies, and procedures
Experience as an administrator responsible for security technologies including Video Surveillance, Access Control, and Incident Management Systems, Security Operations Centers
BENEFITS & PERKS
Aligned Data Centers is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our team members. Eligible employees have access to:
Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts: HSA with employer contribution for eligible participants. FSA's offered for health and dependent care to increase tax savings.
Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with company match
Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Company-Sponsored Insurance: Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability (with medical election)
Optional Benefits: Voluntary life, critical illness, legal, and additional disability coverage
Wellness Programs: Employee assistance program (EAP), Wellhub gym membership, and other wellness initiatives
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
At Aligned, we are committed to transparency and fostering a positive employee experience from your very first interaction with us. In compliance with Illinois pay disclosure requirements, when you join Aligned, you’ll have access to the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, short and long disability, life insurance and other voluntary benefits, 401k with employer match, bonus opportunities, paid time off, wellness benefits and professional development opportunities, all designed to support your well-being and career growth. We want you to have a clear understanding of what we offer, so you can make informed decisions about your future with us.
