Site Security Operations Manager- Data Centres

Securitas Canada Limited is one of Canada's largest providers of security services and a leader within our industry. Over 8,000 employees provide security services to thousands of public and private customers, large and small, across all sectors and verticals. Securitas is the second largest provider of security services globally. We have business operations in 45 markets and capabilities spanning from guarding to tech-enables security. We provide Integrated Guarding, Remote Guarding, Mobile Guarding, Onsite Guarding, Investigative Services and Technology Services.

Position Overview:

The Security Site Operations Manager (SSM) serves as the day-to-day manager of a site security team that includes administrative security guards, security responders, security supervisors, control room supervisors and other security personnel at a client's datacenter. The SSM is responsible for building a cohesive and high performing team. Reporting directly to the Campus Security Manager (CSM) Canada, the SSM works alongside other security team managers in their campus to ensure a safe and secure environment. Additional job functions may include client service and problem resolution, service enhancement, Security Operations Center (SOC) systems maintenance, audit compliance, system monitoring, log maintenance, and access rights maintenance.

Salary: $90,000-100,000/yr

Position Location: Richmond Hill, ON

This position is an active open vacancy for a new client site.

Essential Functions:

• Actively manages site security personnel; partners with the local branch to recruit and hire, oversee onboarding, training, and development at the datacenter.
• Coach's' security personnel and carries out disciplinary actions in accordance with current policy.
• Ensures all security responders and control room supervisors adhere to policies and standard operating procedures, acting as responder or control room supervisor in periods of increased activity or in the case of absent staff.
• Ensures site health and key performance indicator goals are met or exceeded; works with the CSM to enhance security team effectiveness and performance.
• Conducts recalling audits, prepares, and submits critical and confidential information directly to client management team.
• Oversees site security systems to ensure safe and compliant operation of the facility.
• Maintains and troubleshoots on-site security technology.
• Assists with site equipment inspections, and audit compliance.
• Maintains required security documentation, ensuring accuracy in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Serves as primary point of contact to datacenter management and security personnel when the CSM is unavailable.
• Performs additional tasks assigned by management.
• Keeps management informed of major accomplishments, issues, and concerns.
• Identifies security shortfalls and offers suggestions from improving the security program.
• Evaluates and escalates potential safety issues within the facility.
• Required to know and follow safe work practices, and to be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. Notify supervisor upon becoming aware of unsafe working conditions.
• Identifies security shortfalls and gaps and offers suggestions for improving the security program.

Qualifications:

• 6 or more years of site security management experience managing teams of security guards and supervisors at large client sites.

• Experience with developing and maintaining large scale security operations at large sites such as airports, data centres or sites where security is high.

• Eligible for a reliability clearance through the Federal Government of Canada.

• Demonstrated ability to motivate and maintain high performing security teams.

• Own vehicle and able to travel to multiple sites within the Greater Toronto Area.

• Knowledge of security operations including access control systems, access control methods.

• Able to work a flexible schedule, including evening, weekend, and holiday hours, such as during an emergency event or crisis.

• Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures, including assigning work and providing training and discipline.

• Capable of learning a variety of security and safety devices and controls.

• Ability to track and maintain schedule assignments.

• Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances. Advanced computer skills are required.

• Strong oral and written communication skills required to prepare materials and communicate information to others.

• Ability to conduct presentations and facilitate group meetings, both in person and online.

• Demonstrates leadership skills, including planning, organizing, delegating, problem-solving, training, coaching, and recognizing or disciplining staff in a positive, effective manner.

• Strong customer service and service delivery orientation.

Securitas Canada celebrates diversity, and we welcome and encourage applications from the four designated groups: namely women, aboriginal people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified people to apply.

Thank you to all that apply. Those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Securitas Canada does not ask for money or bank account or other sensitive financial information upfront or within job ads, including public job boards during the application process

Further Information about the Company: www.securitas.ca

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Securitas Canada's Mission:
Securitas’ mission is to protect homes, workplaces, and communities by providing the security services they need to protect their assets, safeguard their people, and maintain their ability to generate profits.

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Securitas Aviation ensures the safety of passengers all over the world providing thorough security checks at airports in Canada

Our Values:
Securitas’ core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are the foundation for our employees to build trust with customers, colleagues, and the surrounding community.

Integrity:
Securitas employees are honest and trusted by customers to safeguard their premises and valuables. We don’t compromise on integrity and create an open forum for our employees and customers to voice opinions, report improprieties, and share information.

Vigilance:
Seeing, hearing, and evaluating. A Securitas employee is always attentive and often notices things that others don’t. Their vigilance is necessary in order to be aware of potential risks or incidents that may take place on our customers’ premises.

Helpfulness:
As part of an on-going effort to ensure safety, Securitas employees are always ready to help if an incident occurs that requires intervention regardless of whether or not it is directly related to their job. Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo. If you live by these values, we’re looking for you to join the Securitas team.