Watch Commander #1 - Integrated Operational Security & Crisis Management
Core
Senior on-shift authority for security and operations of a critical infrastructure campus with islanded power generation and Tier-class data center workloads.
Role type
Senior IC security operations commander (physical security & crisis management)
Builds
Secure, continuous operation of a critical infrastructure campus and data center
Domain
Critical infrastructure / Data center physical security
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Incident Command (ICS/NIMS), physical security systems (access control, CCTV, intrusion detection), team leadership, crisis response, EHS/HAZMAT procedures, permit-to-work systems, PSIM platforms
Preferred skills
Data center security standards (SOC 2, ISO 27001, NERC CIP), private armed security licensure
Technologies
PSIM, access control systems, CCTV, intrusion detection platforms, incident management systems
Responsibilities
Command the security and operations watch floor in real-time; Direct and supervise on-shift security officers and response staff; Act as first-line Incident Commander for security, safety, or operational events; Monitor and respond to alarms across life-safety, security, and power systems; Coordinate initial reception of external emergency agencies; Enforce access management protocols for sensitive computing environments; Conduct floor checks, patrols, and post inspections; Lead, motivate, and develop the on-shift team; Deliver ongoing training, drills, and scenario exercises.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
