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Oracle · 19 hours ago

Data Center Operations - Security Specialist

Abilene, TX, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$71K/yr - $141K/yr

7+ years exp

Oracle is a world leader in cloud solutions, and they are seeking a talented Security Specialist to lead the lifecycle and continuous improvement of Oracle’s Security Operation Centers. This role involves managing the design, deployment, maintenance, and evolution of monitoring cameras and alarms, and integrated incident response systems to enhance Oracle’s risk posture and business continuity.

Data GovernanceData ManagementEnterprise SoftwareInformation TechnologySaaSSoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end lifecycle of SOC platforms, including technology upgrades, process automation, and operational documentation

Lead digital transformation of alarm response, integrating new monitoring and alerting technologies and championing proactive event management strategies

Serve as escalation and risk lead for security monitoring, audit findings, and significant operational incidents

Develop, communicate, and execute a technology and operations roadmap for Security Operation Centers in line with Oracle’s security, risk, and operational priorities

Standardize alarm monitoring, incident logging, and response workflows, including automation of alarm triage and escalation ticketing integration, or in-house tools

Coordinate deployment and lifecycle management of SOC platforms, ensuring all operators are equipped, trained, and supported for 24/7 operations

Oversee automation of reporting, KPI tracking, and compliance documentation for all alarm events and operational incidents

Analyze alarm/incident data and response metrics to recommend improvements, implement preventive controls, and enhance situational awareness

Collaborate with internal teams and third-party vendors to upgrade or integrate new monitoring technologies, including system trials, commissioning, and troubleshooting

Maintain comprehensive, audit-ready documentation, including technical standards, workflows, runbooks, and response plans, for regional and global operations

Train site teams in SOC operations, digital playbook usage, and incident response best practices

Support the GPS Investigations division in identifying and documenting camera footage and alarm data required for forensic reviews of suspicious activity

Qualification

Security Operations ManagementSOC/LAC DesignAlarm Monitoring PlatformsAutomation of Alarm HandlingPhysical Security StandardsVendor ManagementProject CoordinationTechnical TroubleshootingOperational Procedures DevelopmentTraining Resources MaintenanceRegulatory Compliance KnowledgeData AnalysisCommunication

Required

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in Security, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Minimum of 7 years of experience in security operations, control/monitoring center management, or physical security technology deployment in an enterprise environment

Demonstrated expertise with SOC/LAC design and physical security alarm monitoring platforms, such as Lenel, Milestone, Honeywell, Avigilon, Genetec, or equivalent

Experience implementing automation or orchestration for alarm handling, event triage, and response processes

Proven ability to create and update operational runbooks—not just theoretical or prior experience

Physical Security Information Management system (PSIM) experience

Familiarity with security operations playbooks, digital runbooks, and regulatory requirements for alarm/event documentation (SOC 2, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, etc.)

Strong skills in vendor management, project coordination, and technical troubleshooting

Solid understanding of physical security standards

Ability to develop, document, and maintain operational procedures and training resources for monitoring centers

Excellent communicator, able to brief technical and business stakeholders, train operations teams, and report on risk and system health

Preferred

ONTIC experience is highly desirable

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion

Short term disability and long term disability

Life insurance and AD&D

Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)

Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts

Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits

401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match

Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.

11 paid holidays

Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.

Paid parental leave

Adoption assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Financial planning and group legal

Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance