Manager, Physical Security Implementation, NA

Vantage Data Centers • Shackelford County, TX

17h • Onsite

About The Position

About Vantage Data Centers Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands. Physical Security Department The North America Physical Security Department is focused on delivering a best-in-class security program aligned with Vantage’s vision of becoming the leading industry physical security data center provider. Our mission is to safeguard our data center environments through comprehensive, scalable, and standardized physical security processes that deter threats, promote rapid incident response, ensure regulatory compliance, and support Vantage’s rapid growth. The department leads all physical security efforts across North America, ensuring that every Vantage data center operates within a consistent, scalable, and standardized security framework. Our teams design and implement physical security programs, systems, and processes that deter threats, strengthen site resiliency, and enable rapid response to incidents. We partner closely with Operations, Engineering, Construction, IT, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure that physical security is embedded into every phase of the asset lifecycle and supports Vantage’s rapid expansion. Role Overview This role can be based in the following US locations: Shackelford County, TX The Manager, Emerging Solutions – Physical Security is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and advancing innovative physical security technologies that strengthen Vantage Data Centers’ North America physical security program. Reporting to the Director of Physical Security Design , this role serves as the primary owner of physical security technology innovation, proof-of-concept development, and strategic pilots across the North America portfolio. This position blends deep technical expertise with strong business and program management acumen. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable testing advanced security technologies in real-world environments as they are producing executive-level documentation, structured project plans, and data-driven recommendations for leadership. This role partners closely with Physical Security Operations, Security Technology, Design Engineering, Construction, IT, and external vendors to proactively identify areas of opportunity and translate emerging technologies into scalable, enterprise-ready solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Engineering, Information Technology, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 7+ years of experience in physical security technology, security systems engineering, or enterprise security programs.
• Demonstrated experience evaluating and testing physical security technologies through pilots or proof-of-concept initiatives.
• Strong understanding of modern physical security systems, including access control, video management, analytics, sensors, and integrated platforms.
• Proven ability to develop structured project plans, evaluation frameworks, and success metrics.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing executive-level documentation and presentations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating within large, distributed North America enterprise environments.
• Background in data centers, critical infrastructure, or highly regulated environments.
• Familiarity with physical security design standards, system architectures, and lifecycle management.
• Experience bridging technical teams and executive stakeholders.
• Hybrid thinker who balances technical depth with strategic and business-oriented decision-making.
• Highly organized and process-driven, with strong attention to documentation and governance.
• Curious, proactive, and forward-looking, with a passion for physical security innovation.
• Collaborative partner who can influence without authority across multiple teams.
• Comfortable operating independently while managing multiple concurrent initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Emerging Technology Strategy & Market Intelligence Continuously monitor and assess emerging physical security technologies, trends, and vendors relevant to North America data center and critical infrastructure environments.
• Proactively identify technology gaps, operational inefficiencies, and innovation opportunities in collaboration with Physical Security leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Serve as a subject-matter expert for physical security innovation, maintaining awareness of industry developments, competitive benchmarks, and future-state capabilities.
• Proof of Concept, Pilot, and Beta Programs Design, execute, and manage structured proofs of concept, pilots, and beta deployments for emerging physical security solutions across North America sites.
• Develop clear testing objectives, use cases, success criteria, scoring models, and evaluation frameworks aligned to security, operational, and business priorities.
• Oversee hands-on testing, system configuration, data collection, performance validation, and risk assessment for candidate technologies.
• Ensure pilots are repeatable, measurable, and scalable, with clear go-forward or sunset recommendations.
• Program & Project Management Build and manage end-to-end project plans for emerging solutions initiatives, including scope, timelines, milestones, dependencies, risks, and stakeholder engagement.
• Coordinate cross-functional participation from Physical Security, Technology, Design, Construction, IT, Legal, Procurement, and external partners.
• Maintain disciplined documentation throughout each initiative, ensuring traceability, governance, and alignment with North America design standards and security requirements.
• Business Acumen & Executive Communication Translate technical evaluations into clear, executive-ready deliverables, including: Monthly emerging solutions readouts Executive summaries and leadership briefings Business cases and value assessments Risk, cost, and operational impact analyses Articulate findings, trade-offs, and recommendations in a manner that supports informed decision-making by North America leadership.
• Clearly document evaluation criteria, testing outcomes, and rationale for technology selection or rejection.
• Vendor Engagement & Collaboration Lead technical and strategic engagement with technology vendors, startups, and solution providers supporting the North America portfolio.
• Define expectations, testing parameters, and success criteria with vendors prior to pilot execution.
• Ensure vendor solutions align with North America physical security architecture, design standards, and operational requirements.
• Support Procurement and leadership with objective, data-driven input during sourcing and selection activities.

Benefits

• Collaborative work environments with dynamic growth opportunities
• Our commitment to your ongoing career development and education
• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package
• Opportunity to work on some of the world's most iconic and innovative projects and to shine as an industry leader
• This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees