Security Operations Engineer

Atlanta, GA, United States

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The Security Operations Engineer is responsible for leading day-to-day operations of the physical security systems and applications. In this role, the Security Operations Engineer will provide organizational expertise in usage of security equipment, train and monitor utilization and support physical sites as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES, other duties may be assigned

Maintain positive relationships and communication with staff and executive level management

Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills as well as excellent organization, multi-tasking, prioritizing, and teamwork skills

Translate business requirements into functional and technical specifications

Accurately estimate the work effort associated with all technical deliverables

Identify alternative solutions at both the component and architectural level

Coordinate and manage day to day support activities with personnel from different groups with minimal supervision

Work closely with co-workers, maintenance personnel, project managers, building managers, engineers, and contractors

Participate in on-call duty; to include providing off-hour emergency support as necessary

Review and assist with construction and installation of remote systems and expansion of existing systems

Lead maintenance and modification of applications and security systems to facilitate more efficient operation

Work with Property Development, Solutions, and Facilities to develop comprehensive enterprise security designs based on the QTS Basis of Design

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of three years’ experience maintaining enterprise-level IP based CCTV systems; Genetec or equivalent based CCTV/NVR appliances and software; TCP/IP networked CCTV systems

Minimum of three years’ experience maintaining enterprise-level Access Control systems; Prowatch or Lenel systems

Minimum of three years’ experience designing CCTV, Access Control system integration and operation

US Citizenship for this position is required by law due to federal customer contracts

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Hands on knowledge of Prowatch, Lenel, & Genetec systems

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Work quickly and independently in high stress situation or environment

Some travel to other site required

Ability to read, interpret, and produce engineering documents that may include: Control Drawings, Sequence of Operations, Bill of Materials, Graphical User, Interface requirements, and Functional Specifications

TOTAL REWARDS

This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible 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 benefits.

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 [email protected] 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