Federal Assurance Project Manager

Federal Assurance Project Manager

At QTS, our world-class data centers are supporting our customers most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us at the forefront of todays dynamic digital transformation.

QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates some of the worlds most advanced, forward-thinking data centers. QTS is a portfolio company of Blackstone.

QTS is Powered by People. People who play a vital role in our companys culture, innovation and growth. People who are committed to contributing to the communities where we operate and work. People who are knowledgeable, resourceful and mission driven. Together, we do great things.

Who You Are & The Impact You Will Have :

The Federal Assurance Project Manager will assist in leading an enterprise security program designed to provide world-class security and compliance to ensure all federal construction requirements are met from concept though operations. The Federal Assurance Project Manager plays a critical role in the growth and development of future data center sites and secure data hall construction projects. This individual will interact with a wide level of stakeholders to include senior leadership, customers, government representatives, and various contracted entities.

The Federal Assurance Project Manager will assist in design, review, countermeasure selection, risk management, accreditation inspections, and accreditation documentation for all QTS Federal data center development projects throughout the US. The Federal Assurance Project Manager will report to the Director of Federal Assurance.

What You Will Do :

Manage multiple secure projects across multiple geographies

Assist with the overall design and accreditation process of secure facilities

Establish site construction security procedures in conjunction with site security team and assist with the management of construction site security

Create and communicate project updates on a regular basis suitable for executive level reviews

Effectively present information in a manner to support efficient decision making

Work with QTS design, construction, and operations teams to ensure all security requirements are addressed

Assist in developing scopes of work and requests for proposals for design, construction and site security

Support project schedules and manage teams to on-time completion

Establish effective working relationships with key QTS stakeholders at both the executive and working levels

What You Will Need To Be Successful :

Bachelors degree Science or Engineering or equivalent professional experience

7+ years of experience in physical and / or technical security with significant experience in SCIF or SAPF construction, inspection and accreditation process

Knowledge of design and installation of Electronic Security Systems (CCTV, IDS, ACS), and Federal Supply Chain Risk Management principles

Proficiency in Procore, BlueBeam, Microsoft Office suite, SharePoint and MS Project

Active TS security clearance with eligibility for additional accesses as needed

US Citizenship for this position is required by law due to federal customer contracts

Ability to climb ladders

Ability to walk, stand, and sit for 8-12 hours

Ability to travel up to 25%

Nice To Have :

12+ years of experience in physical and / or technical security

Experience serving in a US Government security related position

Experience working with physical construction and on-site inspections

The Perks (and these are just a few!) :

QRest Sabbatical

Employee Stock Purchase

QTS scholarship for dependents

Eagle Club award trip eligibility

Paid volunteer days

Tuition assistance, parental leave and military leave assistance

Total Rewards :

This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes : medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.

This position is Bonus eligible.

The estimated pay range for this role, if based in Colorado, is : $106,870.50 - 163,433.49. This information is provided for those hired in Colorado only, and this role is open to candidates outside of Colorado with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidates starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location.