Senior Corporate Security Manager

at Quality Technology Services, LLC in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

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The QTS Senior Corporate Security Manager will provide support to Security Managers as you improve platform level strategy, policy, and procedures. This position will also oversee managing vendors providing guard force services and maintaining close partnerships with cross-functional teams to ensure a secure working environment. This leader will be capable of influencing decision makers using effective verbal and written presentation skills.

Under general supervision of the Director, Corporate Security, the Senior Manager, Corporate Security is responsible for developing and implementing policies to ensure the physical safety of all visitors, employees, and/or customers in QTS facilities, and for securing the property and assets owned by the organization.

RES PONSIBILITIES, other duties may be assigned.

+ Oversees the administration of Vendor Contracts

+ Keeps abreast with all security related information, directives, and events.

+ Manages Global Budget & Contract Analysis

+ Coordinates Audit and Compliance Requirements

+ Creates strategies and specific objectives and develops budgets, policies, and procedures to support the infrastructure.

+ Provides documentation oversight.

+ Conducts both internal and external investigations of compliance matters.

+ Maintains data integrity and performs appropriate analysis.

+ Oversees new vendor management.

+ Hosts vendor QBRs

+ Manages various security vendors to ensure compliance with QTS’s standards.

+ Performs additional duties as required.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

+ Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent work experience

+ 7+ years overseeing security operations and personnel.

+ 5+ years Project Management experience

+ 5+ years of experience with Microsoft Office tools

+ 5+ years of experience in security patrolling and reporting

+ 5+ years of experience in working with security vendors and contractors.

+ 5+ years of experience leading professional meetings

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ ASIS Certified Protection Professional (CPP) and/or Physical Security Professional (PSP) certifications preferred.

+ 7+ years of experience leading and managing direct reports.

+ 5+ years of experience in strategic planning and management.

+ 5+ years of experience in access control and video surveillance software applications (eg. ProWatch and Genetec)

+ 3+ years of experience working with workflow ticketing and extraction of performance metrics.

+ 4+ years of experience writing detailed reports.

+ 5+ years of experience with excellent verbal and written communications skills in a professional work setting.

+ 4+ years of overseeing security sub-contractors that provide guards, electronic security systems, door construction, door repair, fencing, and access controls.

+ Must be able to travel between locations.

+ 3+ years of experience teaching others the proper security processes and methods.

+ Detailed and data driven experiences that exemplify QTS Leadership Principle

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

+ Proficient with computer skills

+ Proficient in Access Control Systems and related software

+ Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; for the purpose of public interaction and report writing. Have excellent customer service skills.

+ Ability to handle typical emergency and crisis situations efficiently and effectively.

+ Ability to walk, stand or sit for at least 8 hours.

+ Strong relationship building skills.

+ Consultative advisory skills

+ Strong collaboration and influencing skills.

+ Strong persuasion and negotiation skills

+ Able to mitigate risk while simultaneously showing business owners how security practices can contribute competitive advantages and organizational success.

TOTAL REWARDS

+ This role is also eligible for a competitive bene?ts package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; ?exible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company bene?ts.

+ This position is bonus eligible.

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.

The “Know Your Rights” Poster is included here:

Know Your Rights (English) (http://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\EEOC\KnowYourRights\10\20.pdf)

Know Your Rights (Spanish)

The pay transparency policy is available here:

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp\%20English\formattedESQA508c.pdf)

QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to talentacquisition@qtsdatacenters.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

QTS Data Centers was built around the Core Values of Integrity, Character, and Trust. We prioritize family, faith and community involvement while leading with strong, honorable, and principled behavior. We started this journey in 2003 when our CEO, Chad Williams, purchased his first data center in Overland Park, KS. Humble beginnings that have led to 35+ data centers and growing. Recently privatized in a $10 billion transaction with Blackstone, one of the most notable real estate investments companies in the world, QTS is positioned to execute on a global expansion initiative and we are looking for the best and brightest to join our team.

At QTS, we’re fearlessly leading the way by redefining what it means to be a data center provider. QTS is entrusted with providing world-class data center solutions to enterprises, government agencies as well as the largest and fastest growing technology companies in the world. We deliver a fully-integrated platform from top to bottom – one enabled by technology and world-class infrastructure. Simply put, we’re innovating to stay ahead of the curve.

We are powered by people.

And we’d like to invite you to join us.

In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees:

+ Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting

+ Every employee is bonus or commission eligible

+ Generous PTO Accrual plus additional Paid Volunteer Days

+ Paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked

+ Pet and Legal Insurance

+ Q-Rest Sabbatical Program

+ Q-Anniversary Service Award Program

+ Parental Leave for primary and secondary caregivers

+ Military Benefits Package

+ QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program

+ QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents

+ QTS Crisis Fund

+ Wellness Program

+ Tuition Reimbursement Program