Principal Security Operations Manager

Oracle • Abilene, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Oracle is seeking an experienced security professional to lead and develop teams, products, and services within its Global Physical Security (GPS) Data Center Operations line of business. The role focuses on data center operational security, guard force management, crisis management, risk assessments, incident response, and investigations across Oracle-owned and third-party data center locations. It is an individual-contributor role with no direct reports, but includes oversight of contracted security staff within the assigned scope. The position is onsite in Shackelford, Texas, and requires periodic regional travel. The position reports to the GPS Director, Data Center Security Operations Americas, and operates under limited supervision.

The role provides operational direction and oversight to ensure GPS strategic initiatives are implemented consistently. It partners with Oracle business lines, external audit and regulatory bodies, cross-functional teams, and third-party security providers to maintain compliant, high-quality physical security programs. The role also manages budget forecasting and operations, vendor invoicing and payment plans, and the recruitment, development, and retention of contracted guard force personnel.

The position requires at least 12 years of industrial security experience, including at least five years of management and leadership experience, ideally in physical security or data center operations. A BS/BA degree is desirable but not mandatory; industry certifications are preferred but not required. Candidates must be able to work onsite in Shackelford, TX, and live within a maximum one-hour commuting distance. The stated U.S. hiring range is $83,000 to $166,100 per year, with possible bonus and equity eligibility.

Requirements

• At least 12 years of industrial security experience.
• At least 5 years of management and leadership experience, ideally in physical security or data center operational security.
• Ability to work onsite in Shackelford, Texas, and live within a maximum one-hour commuting distance.
• Broad expertise in industry-specific legislation and compliance requirements applicable to physical security operations and data center security.
• Experience with corporate-level crisis management related to physical security.
• Working knowledge of security technology resources, including access control and CCTV systems.
• Proficiency with basic Microsoft software programs and communication techniques.
• Self-motivated and innovative, able to work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work with people from different cultures, backgrounds, and experiences; global exposure is ideal.
• Highly proficient written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate with corporate executive leadership.
• Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated experience performing the required essential functions.
• A BS/BA degree is desirable but not mandatory.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a physical security or data center operational environment.
• Global experience working with individuals from different cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.
• Industry certifications are preferred but not required.
• A BS/BA degree is desirable but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational direction and oversight to consistently implement GPS strategic initiatives for data center operational security.
• Oversee security guard force operations at Oracle-owned and third-party data center locations.
• Partner with Oracle Lines of Business and external audit and regulatory bodies to support physical security compliance, including requirements such as SSAE 18, ISO, and PCI.
• Lead incident response and crisis management activities.
• Forecast financial requirements, prepare annual service and operating budgets, schedule expenditures, analyze variances, and initiate corrective actions.
• Process vendor invoices and payment plans.
• Work with cross-functional support teams to ensure services comply with applicable requirements.
• Oversee third-party security service providers’ recruitment, selection, orientation, training, development, and retention of guard force staff.
• Maintain physical security best practices and a professional environment in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; ensure staff understand and comply with them.
• Lead collaborative teams and resources, analyze business needs, and identify programs and services to meet those needs.
• Perform additional functions as directed by the Sr. Manager, Data Center Security Operations, to achieve assigned business objectives.
• Manage and plan implementation of company policy for achieving business goals.
• Exercise independent judgment in methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria, and create formal networks coordinating work among groups.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
• Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits.
• 401(k) savings and investment plan with company match.
• Paid time off, through flexible vacation or accrued vacation depending on eligibility.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Paid sick leave: 72 hours upon hire, refreshed each calendar year, with unused time carrying over up to a 112-hour cap.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption assistance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Financial planning and group legal benefits.
• Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner, and pet insurance.
• Possible bonus and equity eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed