Physical Security Technology Server Engineer, NA

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Security Department

The Security Department for Vantage Data Centers is very hands on. In most cases, we specify, purchase, configure and maintain all networking and server hardware. We also work closely with partner VARs to learn about the latest technology changes so that we can make informed purchase decisions. We are always looking for ways to strike the best balance between technology, performance, and cost. Vantage Security Department also participates in partnering with our technical and design teams. If you like getting your hands dirty and helping to build and maintain Security infrastructure in a modern data center, then come work at Vantage. We're expanding with many new builds!

Position Overview

This role is a US Remote based role.

The Physical Security Technology Server Engineer is responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle management of all physical security server infrastructure supporting Vantage Data Centers across North America. This role serves as a technical subject matter expert for physical security server architecture, design, procurement, deployment, maintenance, and optimization.

This position works collaboratively with the Physical Security Technology team, Site Operations, Delivery, Physical Security Design, and Enterprise IT and Networking teams to ensure server environments are secure, scalable, resilient, and aligned with enterprise standards and operational requirements. The role requires deep technical expertise, strong cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to operate independently within a complex, multi-site data center environment.

Key Responsibilities

Server Architecture and Lifecycle Management
* Own the full lifecycle of physical security server infrastructure, including architecture, design, procurement, deployment, maintenance, upgrades, and decommissioning.
* Define and maintain standardized server architectures supporting access control systems, video management systems, analytics platforms, and other physical security technologies.
* Ensure server environments are designed for high availability, performance, redundancy, scalability, and security.
* Develop and maintain server lifecycle plans, refresh schedules, and capacity forecasts.

Procurement and Deployment
* Define server requirements and technical specifications based on site needs, system performance requirements, and growth projections.
* Partner with Physical Security Design and Delivery teams to ensure server solutions are properly scoped and integrated into new site builds and expansions.
* Support server procurement activities, including technical evaluations, bill of materials development, and vendor coordination.
* Participate in server deployment, commissioning, and validation in coordination with internal teams and approved integrators.

Operations and Optimization
* Maintain operational stability and performance of all physical security server environments.
* Establish and follow standards, procedures, and documentation for server configuration, monitoring, patching, and maintenance.
* Identify opportunities to optimize server utilization, improve resilience, and reduce technical debt.
* Support troubleshooting and resolution of complex server-related issues impacting physical security systems.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Work closely with Enterprise IT and Networking teams to ensure alignment with corporate infrastructure, cybersecurity standards, and network architectures.
* Collaborate with Site Operations to ensure server environments support daily security operations and site-specific requirements.
* Partner with Physical Security Technology leadership to align server strategy with broader technology roadmaps.
* Serve as a trusted technical advisor to internal stakeholders on server-related design and operational decisions.

Governance and Documentation
* Develop and maintain server engineering standards, design guidelines, and technical documentation.
* Ensure server environments comply with internal policies, security standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
* Provide technical input, risk assessments, and status updates as requested.

Qualifications

Required
* Extensive experience supporting enterprise server infrastructure, including architecture, deployment, and lifecycle management.
* Strong expertise in server hardware, virtualization, storage, and high-availability environments.
* Experience supporting mission-critical systems in multi-site or large-scale environments.
* Proven ability to work effectively across IT, networking, operations, and engineering teams.
* Strong problem-solving, analytical, and documentation skills.
* Ability to operate independently as a subject matter expert within a highly collaborative environment.

Preferred
* Experience supporting physical security technologies such as access control systems, video management systems, and security analytics platforms.
* Familiarity with data center environments and critical infrastructure operations.
* Experience developing and maintaining technical standards at scale.
* Experience working in regulated or compliance-driven environments.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Additional Details

• Salary Range: $145,000 - $155,000 Base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)

• This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

• Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

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We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.

We'll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon-we're excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!