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Physical Security Enablement Analyst
Job Summary
Provide day-to-day support, guidance, project planning and oversight to the America Data Center Operations and Security teams while assuring consistency in meeting performance goals for customer satisfaction, availability, fiscal responsibility, responsiveness and teamwork. Responsible for working cross-functionally with Sales, CSMs, Ops Enablement, Global Design & Construction, and other internal or external organizations to meet the security need of the business including; RFPs and audits, custom solutions, SPOFs, repair and maintenance, capital projects, training, policies and procedures.
Supports Data Center Operations and Security teams within the following areas:
Responsibilities
Business Systems
- Provide physical security system support across AMER Equinix Data Center locations
- Work cross-functionally to help` support the implementation of changes across all Data Centers to achieve and maintain a consistent physical security program
- Collaborates and ensures alignment with global, national, and regional stakeholders 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 state-of-the-art 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
- Assist with process improvement projects
- Manages multiple tasks within cross-functional projects
- Supports and provides input/guidance on design engineering and project planning for new Data Centers and the expansion of existing sites
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
- 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 cross-functional groups to keep SOP's current
- Contributes to 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
Design Engineering
- Implements both existing and new design methods and standards for new Data Center design engineering efforts
- Recommends alterations to design, development, implementation, and analysis to improve quality of products, new technologies, procedures, and/or efficiencies
- Provides drawing reviews of both internal and cross-functional designs
Training
- Assists with training needs for stakeholders
- Contributes to identifying and developing training programs
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of security systems including Access Control, CCTV, Telecommunications and Data Centers is a plus
- Must be a highly organized, self-motivated, attention to detail and a positive team player with a demonstrated 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 and inspections; climbing ladders; bending and stretching during site inspections
- Must be able to work independently, make timely decisions, and manage multiple projects and priorities
- Understanding of blueprints and schematics
- Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills, and ability to use Microsoft Office Suite with proficiency
- 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
Education / Certifications / Experience
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or a minimum of 4 years' experience in security systems installation/management
- Understanding of major security systems manufacturers
- Experience with data center skills such as equipment and large-scale cabling project is a plus
- Requires the learning agility of how to design and deploy integrated security systems including software, hardware, network infrastructure, cabling, and cable tray solutions
- 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.
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.