Senior Manager, Physical Security Operations with Security Clearance

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Job description

Who are we? Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company , operating over 250 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals. A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success. Senior Manager, Physical Security Operations Job Summary Leads day-to-day physical security operations for data center facilities across the Americas-East region, including installation, project management, maintenance, vendor management, and resolution of security issues. Anticipates high-impact issues and leads incident resolution. Collaborates with regional and cross-functional counterparts to address and resolve customer and operational issues. Plans and manages budgets, performs project planning, performs trouble resolution, maintains infrastructure, supports customer escalations, and applies industry knowledge and best practices. Responsibilities Leadership Leads, manages, recruits, and develops staff across multiple locations Provides strategic guidance and direction to drive team results Set the vision, establish direction, communicate with the team, and ensure alignment Deliver training and onboarding of new team members Provide coaching and mentoring Build and motivate a successful team that delivers results and continuously seeks to improve performance Lead team to work safely, effectively, and with high regard to human error avoidance Live the Magic of Equinix and set the example for the team Provide support to regional team, including working with counterparts and performing training, installations, problem resolution and projects, with travel across East region as needed Communications Support internal and external communications. Ensure relevant stakeholders are engaged and kept informed of the progress and status of initiatives Effectively communicate and deliver data-driven presentations, tailored to each audience Cascade key business information to the team Assists with root cause analysis and incident resolution of physical security systems Training Identify needs, plan, and secure resources to provide training for team needs Budgeting/Financial Management Collaborate with team, Field Operations, and regional counterparts to analyze resource, system, license, supplier, project and maintenance requirements. Plan, implement, and manage OPEX and CAPEX budgets, meeting Equinix KPI's and OKR's for budget vs. actuals. Project Leadership Lead Security Operations team and vendors to complete data center and regional projects, while partnering with Field Operations teams and other business partners to ensure success Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers to support the needs of the business; holding them to the highest standards Responsible for prioritizing, planning, tracking, managing, and measuring team output and productivity Communicate status to key stakeholders and regional leadership Security Support physical security at data centers across multiple metros of the East Coast of the United States Facilitate internal and external security audits Provide security systems support for data center operations, including resolution of sophisticated issues and complex installation efforts Respond to customer RFP's and RFI's Lead Security Operations team and vendors to complete security installations Lead Security Operations team and vendors accurately complete security system upgrades Aid in testing, troubleshooting, and incident resolution. Ensure work is completed to Equinix's standards, and meets operational KPI's and OKR's Qualifications Hands-on experience working with security systems Demonstrated people management experience, 5+ years experience preferred Educated to degree level in physical security systems, data centers, engineering, or business management, or with equivalent work experience Data Center experience, preferred Able to perform all essential job functions, including walking, standing, bending, stooping, climbing, lifting and manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form . Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law. The United States targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are: • California (Non-SF/Bay Area), Connecticut, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Washington state: $137,000 to $225,000 per year Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training. This position may be offered in other locations. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process. The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position. As an employee, you become important to Equinix's success. Details about our company benefits can be found at the following link: USA Benefits eBook Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form . Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law. The United States targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are: • California (Non-SF/Bay Area), Connecticut, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Washington state: $137,000 to $225,000 per year Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training. This position may be offered in other locations. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process. The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position. As an employee, you become important to Equinix's success. Details about our company benefits can be found at the following link: USA Benefits eBook

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