Data Centre Security Manager

Redefined; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Data Center Security Manager in Greater London to oversee daily operations and security compliance for data center facilities. The ideal candidate should have at least 8 years of experience in physical security practices, manage security audits, and effectively communicate in English. Responsibilities also include managing security incidents and financial aspects related to security operations. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent is required, and proficiency in Microsoft Office is preferred.

Benefits

Comprehensive onboarding training

Support from local and regional security team

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years experience in physical security.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong English communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily data center operations and security incidents.
• Oversee security audits and compliance with AWS policies.
• Provide financial analysis for security operations.

Skills

Data analysis

Physical security best practices

English communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Associate's degree or ASIS certifications

Job description

Description

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is looking to hire a highly motivated, customer-obsessed professional to provide hands‑on support to our Data Center Infrastructure Operations team across the Greater Western London Cluster (Data Center Security Manager).

Overview

As a DSM, you will be tasked with running day‑to‑day data center security operations, supporting and executing security projects and programs, as well as assuring audit compliance with AWS policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage contract guard force to run daily data center operations.
• Handle site security incidents, escalations or any other security related issues.
• Provide after‑hours on‑call management support and participate in emergent, large‑scale event response when needed.
• Participate in recurring data center security audits and reviews.
• Execute established compliance processes with AWS policies, standards, guidelines and relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
• Provide input on, and may develop security methodologies, policies and procedures.
• Write reports and communicate with management on the status of physical security operations.
• Oversee new security construction or retrofit projects.
• Manage the security P&L for assigned site(s), assist management with financial analysis and contribute to financial decisions for security requirements.
• Collaborate with other teams to protect AWS Data Center personnel, information and assets.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Walk a facility and observe security gaps in physical barriers, security officer procedure, policies, surveillance equipment, and alarm points.
• Drive campaigns to reduce nuisance alarms.
• Experience with workflow ticketing and extraction of performance metrics.
• Investigate accidents, thefts, disturbances, discrepancies.
• Oversee physical security subcontractors that provide guards, electronic security systems, door construction, door repair, fencing, and access controls.
• Distill overarching security strategy into daily tactics to reach management goals.
• Oversee security construction projects.
• Teach others the proper security processes and methods.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or experience in relevant industries such as, service, investigations or project management.
• Experience with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Experience in English-language communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience analyzing data to make business decisions.
• At least 08+ years experience with physical security best practices which includes the application of physical security systems, investigation techniques and management of contract security guards.
• Associate's degree or above, or ASIS and relevant certifications in physical certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Member of professional bodies like ASIS, OSAC or CSyP.

About the Team

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply as we focus on talented people who are motivated to learn and be successful in our growing industry. The successful applicant will receive comprehensive onboard training as well as continuous support from a local and regional security team.

Why AWS?

AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

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