Security Program Manager - Data Center Development

About the Role

ByteDance Data Center Development team is responsible for building Data Center and Network in the European region. Our work involves data center innovation, implementing advanced technologies and renewable energy to achieve carbon-neutrality, rapid project delivery, capacity planning, process and risk control, cost management, and more. Our objective is to provide ByteDance with efficient Data Center infrastructure services to support business growth.

Responsibilities

• Ensure on-time delivery of multiple large-scale data center projects for Access Control System, Intrusion Detection Systems, and Video Surveillance System across the US and Brazil Region.
• Work hand-in-hand with data center project managers in aligning security installation schedules and progress to support delivery timeline.
• Manage security vendors that perform Enterprise Access Control and Video Surveillance system installation, programming, and testing.
• Guide ByteDance site team to regularly monitor security infrastructure installation progress by data center providers.
• Partner closely with ByteDance design managers in reviewing security design of the data centers, as well as compliance of standards and specifications.
• Support the ByteDance commercial team in works related to expansion into new countries, such as site survey, security vendor RFP and onboarding, etc.
• Collaborate with cross-department teams to align on future security architecture and retrofit works, with occasional syncs during different timezones.
• Drive and own department's security program initiatives such as review of security design standards, design documentations, cost optimization, system technology development roadmap, and knowledge sharing of security technology.

Requirements

• Bachelors in Engineering or other IT/Security technology related qualifications (e.g., PSP, CPP, CSPM or product-specific certifications).
• Lenel OnGuard, Milestone, Genetec certifications.
• 3+ years of direct hands-on experience in the implementation of Enterprise Video Surveillance and Access Control Systems, with preference for critical infrastructure projects.
• At least 1 year of experience in managing security vendors as an end user or client role.
• Familiarity in physical security design standards for data centers in the US region.
• Must possess a high degree of integrity and accountability, as well as the ability to lead and inspire change even without authority.
• Demonstrate stakeholder management during times of conflicting priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in PMP will be a plus.
• Certification in CPP or familiarity of physical security operations in data centers will be a plus.
• Basic knowledge of IP networking will be a plus.

About Us

Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut, and Pico, as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.

Why Join ByteDance

Inspiring creativity is at the core of ByteDance's mission. Our innovative products are built to help people authentically express themselves, discover, and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity, and enrich life. As ByteDancers, we strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make an impact in a rapidly growing tech company. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users.

Pay

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $86,400 - $167,040 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work; this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units.

Benefits

• Day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Paid parental leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Wellbeing benefits.
• 10 paid holidays per year.
• 10 paid sick days per year.
• 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).