Vultr
Principal Technical Program Manager, Physical Security
Remote - United States · Principal
Sponsorship not specified$160k-$190kDetected 46 days ago
Cloud PlatformsCybersecurityComplianceProcurementEmbedded SystemsLeadershipCommunication
About the role
- In December 2024 Vultr announced an equity financing at a $3.5 billion valuation.
- This role operates at the intersection of security engineering, construction, operations, and risk management.
Responsibilities
- Define and own the roadmap for data center physical security programs, including access control, surveillance, intrusion detection, and perimeter protection.
- Lead global initiatives spanning new builds, retrofits, and operational enhancements.
- Drive end-to-end program execution across design, procurement, deployment, and operations.
- Manage dependencies across engineering, construction, compliance, and vendor teams.
- Partner with security engineers to define scalable, standardized physical security architectures.
- Establish global design standards for systems such as CCTV, badge access, biometrics, and monitoring platforms.
- Lead audits, incident reviews, and corrective action programs.
- Collaborate with executive leadership, regional operations, legal, and compliance teams.
- Vendor & Partner Management
- Manage relationships with security vendors, integrators, and consultants.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in technical program management, security engineering, or infrastructure delivery.
- Proven experience managing large-scale physical security programs in data centers, critical infrastructure, or similar environments.
- Experience working with global teams and complex stakeholder environments.
- Required Qualifications
- Deep understanding of physical security systems (access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, perimeter defense).
- Strong program management skills, including planning, risk management, and cross-functional coordination.
- Excellent communication and executive presentation skills.
Nice to have
- Experience in hyperscale or colocation data center environments.
- Familiarity with regulatory and compliance frameworks (ISO, SOC, NIST, etc.).
- Background in construction, facilities engineering, or critical infrastructure.
- Certifications such as PMP, PgMP, CISSP, or PSP (Physical Security Professional).
- Experience integrating physical security with cybersecurity systems.
- $160,000 - $190,000
- Vultr will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable laws and will not conduct a background check until after an offer of employment has been extended and accepted.
- We also take your privacy seriously.
Compensation
- $160,000 - $190,000
- Final compensation will vary depending on years of experience, background/skill set, location, and applicable laws.
- Vultr will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable laws and will not conduct a background check until after an offer of employment has been extended and accepted.
- We also take your privacy seriously.
- We handle personal information responsibly and follow applicable laws, including U.S. privacy rules and India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.
- Your data is used only for legitimate business purposes and is protected with proper security measures.
Benefits
- 100% company-paid insurance premiums for employee medical, dental and vision plans.
- 401(k) plan that matches 100% up to 4%, with immediate vesting
- Professional Development Reimbursement of $2,500 each year
- 11 Holidays + Paid Time Off Accrual + Rollover Plan
- Increased PTO at 3 year and 10 year anniversary + 1 month paid sabbatical every 5 years + Anniversary Bonus each year
- Internet reimbursement up to $75 per month
- Gym membership reimbursement up to $50 per month
- $500 stipend for remote office setup in first year + $400 each following year
Company info
- Vultr is on a mission to make high-performance cloud infrastructure easy to use, affordable, and locally accessible for enterprises and AI innovators around the world. With 33 global cloud data center locations, Vultr is trusted by hundreds of thousands of active customers across 185 countries for its flexible, scalable, global Cloud Compute, Cloud GPU, Bare Metal, and Cloud Storage solutions. In December 2024 Vultr announced an equity financing at a $3.5 billion valuation. Founded by David Aninowsky and self-funded for over a decade, Vultr has grown to become the world's largest privately-held cloud infrastructure company.
- Vultr Cares
- Vultr is on a mission to make high-performance cloud infrastructure easy to use, affordable, and locally accessible for enterprises and AI innovators around the world.
- With 33 global cloud data center locations, Vultr is trusted by hundreds of thousands of active customers across 185 countries for its flexible, scalable, global Cloud Compute, Cloud GPU, Bare Metal, and Cloud Storage solutions.
- Founded by David Aninowsky and self-funded for over a decade, Vultr has grown to become the world's largest privately-held cloud infrastructure company.
- Commitment matters to Vultr! Increased PTO at 3 year and 10 year anniversary + 1 month paid sabbatical every 5 years + Anniversary Bonus each year
- Company paid Wellable subscription
- Vultr is seeking a Principal Technical Program Manager (TPM) to lead complex, large-scale programs focused on the physical security of global data center infrastructure.
- You will define strategy, drive execution, and ensure resilience of physical security systems protecting mission-critical environments.
- As a senior leader, you will influence cross-functional stakeholders, standardize security practices, and deliver scalable, high-impact solutions that safeguard assets, personnel, and data.
Equal opportunity
- We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Where allowed by law, applicants may request details about the data we collect, access or delete their information, withdraw consent for its use, and opt out of nonessential communications.
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