Responsibilities
The Infrastructure team supports the company's fast growth by building and operating hyper‑scale datacenters, managing the life cycle of the server fleet, providing cloud solutions, and developing various infrastructure services to be scalable and reliable.
TikTok is seeking a results‑driven, stakeholder‑focused leader to serve as Data Centre Security & EHS Manager, providing end‑to‑end operational support for global data centre infrastructure. You will implement and enforce TikTok’s safety & security policies across the global data centre portfolio, oversee physical security and EHS operations, conduct safety program audits and testing, and coordinate with contract guards, contractors and key stakeholders.
Key job responsibilities
- Develop and lead on‑site security operations, incidents and vulnerability remediation efforts across our data centres and network PoPs environment.
- Lead and manage security incidents, act as point of contact for security issues that occur on site, and serve as incident commander in the event of an issue.
- Serve as a subject‑matter expert for all security control and related process areas.
- Develop strategies for improving electronic surveillance and access‑control systems.
- Analyze scheduling and staffing requirements for the area of responsibility.
- Support program managers and facilitate security project deliverables; devise security and EHS strategies, achieve financial targets, and improve overall operational security.
- Participate in regular meetings with vendors, Data Centre Operations, and other partner teams to achieve operational consistency.
- Communicate effectively with partner teams when providing awareness of security and EHS policies and procedures.
- Implement safety standards, policies and practices including, but not limited to, safety management systems, training, and risk assessments.
- Adapt to fast‑paced environments with changing circumstances, direction, strategy, and deadlines.
- Ensure compliance with global safety programs and local regulatory legislation.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- 3 years+ experience in data centre security operations.
- 3 years+ experience with risk management and vulnerability assessments for data centre.
- Excellent organizational direction, time management, problem‑solving, prioritization, and interpersonal skills.
- Willingness to work flexible schedules/shifts/areas, including weekends, nights, and holidays.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Works well within time/budget constraints environments to solve problems and complete security deliverables.
- Experience managing EHS for hyperscale data centres, critical facilities, or mission‑critical infrastructure.
- Knowledge of high‑voltage electrical safety, arc flash, battery safety, chilled‑water systems and data centre mechanical/electrical risks.
- Familiarity with data centre environmental compliance: hazardous waste, chemical management, water treatment, energy efficiency, and carbon reduction.
- Experience in crisis management, emergency response, and business continuity for critical facilities.
