Physical Security Enablement Analyst - Equinix

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Physical Security Enablement Analyst

Job Summary

The Physical Security Enablement Analyst resolves moderate security projects,  develops skills and expertise to resolve security enablement processes and adherence within the data center in a moderate scope.

Responsibilities

Business Systems

• Provide physical security system support across AMER Equinix data center locations

• Work cross-functionally to implement changes across all data centers to achieve and maintain a consistent physical security program

• Contributes and maintains alignment with global, national, and regional partners in relation to security systems, policy, procedure, strategic direction, and future business objectives

• Supports Operational security functions and business process system solutions, including specification standards, data integrity, and exception handling

• Provide recommendations for improvement based on research including new tools, processes, and technologies

• Contributes to collection, analyzing and reporting to management on operational metrics

• Provide process and system guidance to Operations teams who install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain the security systems for the organization

• Maintains currency of knowledge with respect to relevant innovative technology, equipment, and/or systems, including lifecycle analysis

• Recommends alterations to design, development, implementation, and analysis to improve the quality of products, new technologies, and/or procedures

• Leads process improvement projects

• Leads multiple tasks within multi-functional projects

• Supports and provides input/guidance on design engineering and project planning for new data centers and the expansion of existing sites

Training

• Identifies training needs and supports the development of training programs to educate personnel on various aspects of security, including but not limited to cybersecurity measures, emergency response protocols, physical security policies and procedures, and supporting system tools

• Responsibilities will include creating training materials relevant to various collaborators across the enterprise, conducting workshops, and staying updated on the latest security threats and standard processes

• Effective communication and the ability to tailor training to different audiences is crucial for this role

• Ability to prepare and deliver engaging presentations and communicate information to diverse audiences

• Lead training of newly deployed security systems for guarding and Security Operations functions

Project Management

• Responsible for the coordination and completion of security projects, setting deadlines, assigning responsibilities, monitoring, and summarizing the progress of the project

• Plans and coordinates project scheduling, budgeting, and administrative tasks

• Facilitates projects by conducting meetings, recording meeting minutes/action items, and performing thorough follow-ups

• Research and analyze data to evaluate operational difficulties and make recommendations to solve problems

• Identifies, analyzes, and monitors issues that affect profitability, growth, and productivity

• Manage lists, libraries, and related workflow

Process Engineering

• Serves as a content contributor for the security systems standards, design guidelines and standard operating procedures (SOP's)

• Collects recommendations/input from multi-functional groups to keep SOP's current

• Authors a variety of technical security documentation including procedures, articles, reports, and/or user manuals

• Adheres to publishing procedures to ensure all documentation is deployed according to established change control processes

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Data Center experience preferred

• Comfortable speaking and presenting in front of large groups

• In-depth knowledge of security system installation and operation required

• Must be a highly organized, self-motivated, and positive teammate with a confirmed ability to provide effective oversight and systems management, development, and follow-up to prompt closure on security initiatives, plans, and solutions

• Requires the ability to perform physical tasks as needed to complete special projects within a Data Center environment, such as access control and CCTV system installation surveys, including climbing ladders, and bending and stretching during site inspections

• Work independently, make timely decisions, and lead multiple projects and priorities

• Ability to work in a supervisory role and lead the team on various operational projects

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics

• Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills, and the ability use Microsoft Office Suite proficiently

• Ability to travel as needed to various Equinix operating sites in the US, Canada, Central, and South America for up to a week at a time based on project needs

• Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred

Education / Certifications / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in physical security or data center training-related role (or 6 years’ experience in the aforementioned fields in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree)

• Experience with a major security systems manufacturer, preferably AMAG Symmetry and or Salient CompleteView – certification a plus

• PSP, CPP, or PMP a plus

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:• San Francisco, CA / Bay Area: $78,000 to $124,000 per year• California (Non-SF/Bay Area), Connecticut, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Washington state: $72,000 to $114,000 per year• Colorado, Nevada, Rhode Island: $65,000 to $103,000 per yearOur 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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