The Global Physical Security Data Analytics & Reporting Specialist is pivotal in supporting the Global Physical Security Organization by enhancing operational efficiency through data-driven insights and effective vendor management. This position is centered around the analysis of diverse security data sources and is responsible for developing and maintaining detailed reports and interactive dashboards using Power BI, Smartsheet, and SharePoint to summarize critical security metrics, ensuring that stakeholders have timely access to relevant information for effective decision-making.

Responsibilities:

Data Analytics and Reporting

• Analyze Physical Security Data: Examine security-related data from various sources to identify trends, patterns, and insights that inform workload allocation, enhance security measures, align with budgetary needs, and meet customer expectations.
• Develop Comprehensive Reports and Dashboards: Create and maintain detailed reports and visual dashboards for stakeholders, summarizing critical security metrics (e.g., incident response times, access control breaches, risk assessments) and key performance indicators to facilitate informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with Security Teams: Work closely with cross-functional teams to refine data collection processes, ensuring accuracy, integrity in reporting processes, ensuring data accuracy and integrity across all reporting platforms and tools.
• Define and Oversee KPIs: Contribute to the definition of key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics essential for assessing organizational performance, monitoring risks, and ensuring the completion of security objectives.
• Produce Trend Analysis: Generate trend analyses to support strategic initiatives, identifying areas for improvement and potential risks to enhance overall security posture.

Vendor Performance Management

• Evaluate Vendor Relationships: Assist in managing relationships with security vendors and service providers to ensure alignment with organizational goals and quality standards.
• Support Vendor Selection: Conduct market research and comparative analysis of vendor proposals to select reliable, cost-effective security solutions.
• Monitor Vendor Performance: Evaluate vendor performance against established service level agreements (SLAs) to ensure compliance and address issues promptly.
• Contract Negotiation
• Assist in Contract Negotiations: Support negotiations regarding scope, terms, SLAs, and pricing with vendors, collaborating with internal teams.
• Request for Proposal (RFP) Management: Provide support throughout the bidding and selection process for security vendors, including preparing bid packages and facilitating onboarding.
• Participate in Bid Review: Engage in evaluating vendor proposals to ensure they meet operational requirements and standards.
• Document Findings: Compile and present findings to stakeholders for informed decision-making based on comprehensive analyses.

Procurement and Product Selection

• Collaborate with Internal Teams: Work with departments to identify and select products and services that enhance operational efficiency.
• Develop Sourcing Strategies: Create effective strategies for acquiring materials and services, ensuring cost-effectiveness and timely delivery.
• Conduct Cost-Benefit Analyses: Evaluate potential purchases to ensure they provide optimal value and meet organizational needs.
• Stay Informed on Industry Trends: Maintain knowledge of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in physical security to inform procurement decisions.

Budget Support and Tracking

• Conduct Cost Analysis and Budget Management: Perform cost analyses and track expenditures to ensure projects align with financial goals and constraints.
• Assist with Budget Development: Support the development and management of budgets for physical security initiatives, ensuring efficient resource allocation and alignment with business objectives.
• Lead Purchase Orders and Invoice Review: Serve as the departmental lead for opening purchase orders (POs) and reviewing invoices to ensure they align with goods and services ordered and received.
• Monitor Expenditures: Keep track of expenditures to ensure adherence to budgetary constraints and financial goals, while also providing insights for potential adjustments.
• Review Financial Reports and Forecasts: Assist in reviewing financial reports and forecasts to facilitate strategic planning and resource allocation.
• Implement Forecasting Techniques: Utilize forecasting techniques to anticipate future physical security needs in data centers, aligning budgeting processes with anticipated requirements.
• Conduct Regular Financial Analyses: Perform ongoing financial analyses to assess the return on investment for physical security technology expenditures, recommending cost optimization strategies for data center operations.

Support for Global Security Data Policy and Procedures

• Provide Backup for Global Security Data Policies: Offer support and backup for the Global Security Data policies and procedures, ensuring compliance and consistency in data management practices within departmental SLOs.
• Ensure Adherence to Best Practices: Monitor adherence to policies and best practices in data handling and reporting, fostering a culture of compliance and accountability.
• Maintain Reporting Tools and Document Libraries: Oversee the maintenance of reporting tools, document libraries, and the services and equipment catalog to support operational efficiency and meet customer demand.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in data analytics, vendor management, or related roles.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to details, with proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Power BI, Smartsheet).
• Experience in vendor management and contract negotiation processes.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for conveying complex information clearly.
• Familiarity with budgeting and financial management principles.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• This position may require occasional travel to vendor offices and operational sites.
• Experience in the security or data center industry is preferred.

Education / Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Business Administration, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• Certifications in security management (e.g., CPP, PSP) or data analytics (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate) are a plus.
• Experience with global security programs, particularly in the data center or technology sector.
• Familiarity with ITIL or similar service management frameworks for managing support

CyrusOne is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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