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Data Center Security Engineer

Tellusicom INC Atlanta, GA

Atlanta, GA

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$4,800+/mo Full time Access Controls Data Center Security Incident Management

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Job Description

Tellusicom INC is seeking an experienced Data Center Security Engineer to support and oversee physical security operations for data center environments in Atlanta, GA. This onsite role focuses on managing physical security teams and systems, maintaining access and surveillance capabilities, and responding to incidents to help protect critical facilities.

In this position, you will coordinate day-to-day security procedures, partner with IT and external vendors on security technology, and drive continuous improvements across security processes, reliability, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily physical security operations, including developing and enforcing security procedures, post orders, operational standards, and duty schedules
Ensure security operations comply with company policies, safety requirements, and applicable security standards
Manage and maintain physical access control systems, including badge issuance, access permissions, entry/exit monitoring, and access audits
Oversee CCTV surveillance systems and security monitoring platforms, including video recording and incident footage reviews
Coordinate troubleshooting, maintenance, and upgrades of security technologies with IT teams and external vendors
Monitor system availability and verify security systems operate reliably and effectively
Establish and manage visitor registration, identity verification, check-in/check-out, and escort procedures
Oversee security screening processes for employees, visitors, contractors, and deliveries
Ensure proper access authorization and compliance with data center security policies
Respond to security incidents, unauthorized access attempts, alarms, and emergency situations
Conduct incident investigations, prepare incident reports, and coordinate corrective and preventive actions
Identify physical security risks and vulnerabilities through regular inspections, assessments, and audits
Coordinate with facility operations, IT teams, management, and external emergency services when necessary
Support deployment, configuration, testing, and improvement of physical security technologies
Maintain security system documentation, operating procedures, maintenance records, and incident logs
Support security audits, emergency drills, and business continuity exercises
Identify opportunities to improve security processes, system reliability, and operational efficiency

Requirements

Background in Security Management, Property Management, Facility Management, Information Technology, Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline; equivalent practical experience may be considered
Minimum 1-3 years of relevant experience in physical security, property management, facility security, security operations, or related fields; prior experience in data center or other critical facility environments is highly preferred
Familiarity with physical security systems, including access control, CCTV surveillance, visitor management, alarm systems, and security screening procedures
Basic IT knowledge of security technology infrastructure, including network-connected CCTV systems, access control platforms, system monitoring, and basic network troubleshooting
Proven experience handling security incidents, conducting investigations, coordinating emergency responses, and implementing corrective actions
Strong knowledge of security procedures, personnel management, risk assessment, and operational compliance
Ability to communicate professionally in English; Mandarin Chinese is a plus
Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and coordination skills
Highly responsible, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a mission-critical environment

Technologies

Network-connected CCTV systems
Access control platforms

Pay

From USD 4,800 per month

Location and Work Setup

Location: Atlanta, GA (onsite)
Work location: In person
Ability to commute: Atlanta, GA 30331 (Required)

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