Director, Corporate Security

Director, Corporate Security Provides platform‑level management of QTS corporate security operations, ensuring the protection of employees, technologies, facilities, equipment, products and services. The Director leads a team of security professionals and contractors, standardizes security posture, and reports to the SVP, Corporate Security. Responsibilities Directly manage and lead Regional Security Managers and assist in hiring new Security Managers across the enterprise. Develop and maintain policies, procedures, Basis of Design (BOD) documents and standards to execute portfolio physical security strategies. Communicate updates on incidents, emerging risks and other security issues to key partners and business units. Partner with facilities and other QTS units to identify safety and security deficiencies and develop customized policies to achieve regulatory compliance. Oversee election of guard force, penetration testing vendors, and other security service providers. Establish and monitor performance metrics for the security team and deliver training on security topics. Support incident investigations, audits and compliance controls (ISO 27001, HITRUST, SOC 1/2, PCI, etc.). Perform data analysis and create benchmarking for risk assessments and threat identification. Assist in monthly, quarterly and annual budget forecasting and budget management. Lead readiness assessments for new or existing sites, and update BOD for all sites. Participate in and lead SECOPS/FACOPS, Technical and Security Assessment Working Groups and host global security meetings. Maintain relationships with law enforcement, fire and EMS agencies and execute emergency response plans. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience. 10+ years of security operations experience in a fast‑paced corporate environment. 10+ years in a management or security advisor role. 10+ years with security technologies (CCTV, access control, incident management systems, SOC). Familiarity with emergency procedure protocols and regulatory interfaces. Demonstrated expertise in physical security strategies, principles, standards and policies. Experience conducting investigations (criminal, HR, safety incidents). Ability to walk, stand and sit for 8‑12 hours per day. Must travel regionally, nationally and internationally (up to 25% annually). Preferred Qualifications CPP and/or PSP certification. 15+ years experience in data center security design. Experience in emergency/disaster management, critical incident stress management, risk management and business resiliency. Certification in Insider Threat programs and procedures. Continuous process improvement experience and strong Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Project) skills. Benefits Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance. 401(k) retirement plan with company match and HSA options. Paid holidays, paid time off and paid volunteer days. Employee assistance program, tuition assistance and parental leave. Military leave assistance and QTS scholarship for dependents. Wellness program and wellness benefits. EEO Statement We conform to all 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, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr QTS Realty Trust