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Security Manager IT Specialist

Security Team Manager

Job in Elk Grove Village, Cook County, Illinois, 60009, USA
Listing for: Securitas Security Services USA, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-22
Job specializations:
  • Security
    Security Manager, IT Specialist
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Reports To

Datacenter Physical Security Campus Security Manager

Locations

Elk Grove Village, IL (Chicago Metro)

FLSA

Exempt DOE

SUMMARY

The Security Team Manager (STM) serves as the day-to‑day manager of a site security team that includes administrative officers, responders, and other security personnel at a client’s datacenter. The STM is responsible for building a cohesive and high performing team. Reporting directly to the Campus Security Manager (CSM), the STM 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Actively manages site security personnel; partners with the local branch to recruit and hire, oversee onboarding, training, and development at the datacenter.
  • Coaches security personnel and carries out disciplinary actions in accordance with current policy.
  • Ensures all 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 offers suggestions from improving the security program.
    • MINIMUM HIRING STANDARDS

    Additional qualifications may be specified and receive preference, depending upon the nature of the position.

    • Must be at least 18 years of age.
    • Must have a reliable means of communication, such as cell phone.
    • Must have a reliable means of transportation (public or private).
    • Must have the legal right to work in the United States.
    • Must have the ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently.
    • Must have a high school diploma, secondary education equivalent, or GED.
    • Must be willing to participate in the Company’s pre‑employment screening process, including drug screen and background investigation.
    EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
    • Associate degree in relevant field and 4 or more years of related experience in the security industry or business management equivalents, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job, as determined by the company. Experience in management.
    • Experience with Microsoft Office.
    • Experience working in a datacenter environment a plus.
    • Working knowledge and experience with various security technologies including CCTV, access control systems, incident management software, and other video surveillance software.
    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

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

    COMPETENCIES
    • Must be able to meet and continue to meet licensing requirements for security officers, as applicable to local, county and state laws and regulations.
    • Must be able to meet and continue to meet…
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