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For our AWS data centers in the Frankfurt area, we are looking for a Data Center Security Specialist (DSS).
Our ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and innovative. They enjoy teamwork and looking for continuous improvement in security posture and processes.
This position is to be 80% operational and 20% tactical.
The DSS will support a senior Data Center Security Manager in charge of physical security operations in multiple Data Centers.
The DSS role will include the supervision of the contract guard force. They will conduct drills and tests, investigate alarms, and participate in daily operations from a security point of view, liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
Key job responsibilities
Coordinate day-to-day activities and site security operations
Coordinate with Operations and Safety managers for facility operations
Provide guidance and leadership to contract security provider personnel.
Evaluate the contract security provider performance and service delivery and request corrective actions from vendors as needed
Foster working relationships to educate data center stakeholders on false alarm reductions
Extract metrics and observe improvements by looking at and analyzing data
Verify Data Center security programs are delivered to meet defined global security standards
Assist in all media integrity related Programs
Assist in the training of new and existing personnel on behavioral compliance to security policies and procedures
Handle escalations and resolve tasks delegated and/or assigned to the team
Draft reports and prepare presentations on the status of physical security operations
Collaborate with managers in writing and implementing security policies, processes and procedures based on regional or global security initiatives.
Serve as a customer advocate by identifying security-related opportunities and crafting innovative solutions that maintain uncompromising security standards
Participate in site audits, inspections and walk-through
Identifying, discussing and bringing forward issues and solutions to senior team members
1+ year of experience in a physical security role
1+ years of incident response & crisis management experience
1+ year of experience collecting, analyzing, and utilizing data to drive process and system improvements
Proficient in all Microsoft Office tools
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to read, write and speak fluently English
SOFT SKILLS
Strong communication skills
Ability to learn and adapt quickly to company tools for data gathering and analysis
Metrics oriented
Ability to act swiftly and calmly in time of crisis
Ability to handle confidential information with care
Ability to integrate into an international work environment
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