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Osman Mohamoud

Leesburg,VA

Summary

Accomplished Senior Physical Security Design, Program and Construction Manager with 15+ years of global project execution experience, adhering to industry-leading standards. Specializing in DC Infrastructure, Delivery, Portfolio Risk Management, DC Security, and DC Construction Management & Design. Recognized for adept relationship-building across diverse stakeholder groups within dynamic environments. Holds a Master’s degree in Cyber Security, amplifying expertise and proficiency in the field.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr. Security Project Manager

Microsoft
10.2022 - Current
  • Leading security projects encompassing 500MWs of Class As, MAC, and Cs, overseeing execution across Canada and U.S. East Coast.
  • Cultivate and managed end-to-end partnerships with lease providers, integrators, ITIMs, DCD, DC-Ops, and E2E stakeholders.
  • Spearheaded initiatives to enhance project efficiency, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget constraints and LL equipment deliveries.
  • Proactively identify and address project risks and challenges, devising effective remediation strategies.
  • Orchestrate commissioning phases, guaranteeing installations aligned with design and specifications.
  • Nurtured robust relationships with regional DC-Ops directors, fostering clear communication and expectations.
  • Contribute to Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) initiatives within the team.
  • Played key role in refreshing documentation such as Specifications, Runbooks, and SOPs to fortify security program.
  • Mentor and onboard new team members, imparting insights into project management within fast-paced environments and navigating the intricacies of Microsoft systems.

Sr. Manager, Security Project Team

Microsoft
12.2021 - 10.2022
  • Oversee security projects in LATAM, Canada and U.S- East Coast.
  • Managed activities of the security project team and where necessary third-party specialists to support design, development, and implementation of physical security system.
  • Manage, coach and develop Security Project Managers.
  • Develop strategic initiative to tackle current and future security challenges through the use of technology.
  • Partner with the General Contractor (GC) and provide feedback on security integrator selection process.
  • Manage project status, progress reporting risks/scheduling, quality, and continual improvements.
  • Oversee and manage vendor performance.
  • Partner with the Regional Security Operation Manager (RSOM) and ensure they are kept up to date on all project related milestones and date changes.
  • Collaborate with various teams and leaders throughout the project lifecycle to ensure smooth delivery of all the projects.
  • Ensure that all projects are completed within a budget and compliance.

Sr. Phy. Security Desig & Delivery Mgr

New Construction, Amazon Web Service
02.2020 - 12.2021
  • Responsible for all new Data Center (DCs) physical security design and delivery in Northen Virginia
  • Managed, coached, and developed Physical Security Construction and Design Managers.
  • Forecasted and managed the annual Construction-Physical Security budget across multiple regions
  • Responsible for developing Basis of Design (BOD), Physical security system design, Specs, and standards.
  • Responsible for forecasting and managing new Construction-Physical Security yearly budget.
  • Responsible for developing short- and long-term strategic team goals.
  • Partner with Regional leadership on Physical Security related initiatives.
  • Drive optimization and innovation across all projects.
  • Consult and approved new Data Center Designs.

Sr. Physical Security Construction & Design Mgr

Amazon Web Services
10.2016 - 02.2020
  • Led design initiatives for physical security components within Data Center (DC) projects, encompassing construction drawings and specifications.
  • Effectively communicated conceptual designs to stakeholders and consultants, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
  • Designed comprehensive physical security systems, including layouts for fences, high-security vehicle gates (M30), sallyports, access control systems (ACS), video management systems (VMS), fire Virtual zones (FVZ), key hierarchy (KH), and perimeter intrusion detection systems (PIDs).
  • Managed the design, procurement, programming, and deployment of radio/cellular infrastructure components such as repeaters and antennas.
  • Ensured timely delivery of 30%, 50%, 80%, and 100% drawing and specification packages without any delays.
  • Collaborated with AWS security teams to establish design standards, evaluate costs and risks, and facilitate design discussions.
  • Contributed to the maintenance of design standards and specifications for physical security elements.
  • Developed comprehensive scopes of work for security design Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and facilitated the Request for Quotation (RFQ) and Request for Information (RFI) processes for each project.
  • Provided oversight and direction to physical security engineering design consultants.
  • Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting and assisting in the repair of various access control systems, IP video surveillance systems, CCTV systems, intrusion systems, and networking equipment.
  • Collaborated closely with the Network Engineering team to configure and program security switches/NVRs according to established standards.
  • Managed multiple concurrent projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Consulted on various initiatives, including new site selection, cost reduction, risk management, regulatory compliance (FEDRAMP, PCI, SOC2, ISO, NIST, FISMA, HiTrust, and Webtrust), enhanced force protection, innovative physical security technology and solutions.
  • Oversaw end-to-end delivery of physical security projects and ensured successful handoff of new Data Centers (DCs).

Sr. Physical Security Construction & Design Mgr

Amazon Web Services
07.2016 - 02.2020
  • Led design initiatives for physical security components within Data Center (DC) projects, encompassing construction drawings and specifications.
  • Effectively communicated conceptual designs to stakeholders and consultants, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
  • Designed comprehensive physical security systems, including layouts for fences, high-security vehicle gates (M30), sallyports, access control systems (ACS), video management systems (VMS), fire Virtual zones (FVZ), key hierarchy (KH), and perimeter intrusion detection systems (PIDs).
  • Managed the design, procurement, programming, and deployment of radio/cellular infrastructure components such as repeaters and antennas.
  • Ensured timely delivery of 30%, 50%, 80%, and 100% drawing and specification packages without any delays.
  • Collaborated with AWS security teams to establish design standards, evaluate costs and risks, and facilitate design discussions.
  • Contributed to the maintenance of design standards and specifications for physical security elements.
  • Developed comprehensive scopes of work for security design Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and facilitated the Request for Quotation (RFQ) and Request for Information (RFI) processes for each project.
  • Provided oversight and direction to physical security engineering design consultants.
  • Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting and assisting in the repair of various access control systems, IP video surveillance systems, CCTV systems, intrusion systems, and networking equipment.
  • Collaborated closely with the Network Engineering team to configure and program security switches/NVRs according to established standards.
  • Managed multiple concurrent projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Consulted on various initiatives, including new site selection, cost reduction, risk management, regulatory compliance (FEDRAMP, PCI, SOC2, ISO, NIST, FISMA, HiTrust, and Webtrust), enhanced force protection, innovative physical security technology and solutions.
  • Oversaw end-to-end delivery of physical security projects and ensured successful handoff of new Data Centers (DCs).

Area Security Manager

Amazon Web Services
11.2016 - 10.2017
  • Directed security operations across thirty data centers.
  • Supervised a team of Data Center Security Managers, handling scheduling and performance assessments.
  • Managed new construction physical security system design, integration, and commissioning.
  • Conducted regulatory compliance audits, including SOC2, Fedramp, Hist, Webtrust, NIST, PCI, and ISO.
  • Led investigations and collaborated with local authorities as needed.
  • Developed physical security policies and Post Orders for the guard force.
  • Collaborated with contract guard force management to minimize nuisance alarms.
  • Implemented a training program for the contract guard force, enhancing overall security effectiveness.

Data Center Security Manager

Amazon Web Services
02.2013 - 11.2016
  • Directed 12 large-scale data center security operations, leading weekly meetings with vendor management teams to optimize site security strategies.
  • Managed contract guard force and developed a performance matrix.
  • Oversaw multiple security construction and cluster projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to standards and budgets.
  • Collaborated with security engineers and design teams to maintain build standards, while liaising with AWS-SOC during handoff phases.
  • Managed security operations and construction guard budgets, partnering with vendors to train and oversee guard forces.
  • Authored security SOPs, runbooks, and post orders, mentored new managers, and conducted threat analyses to enhance overall security posture.
  • Provided support in weekly alarm reviews and managed escalations, incidents, and investigations.

Cluster Manager

G4S [Amazon Web Services]
06.2012 - 02.2013
  • Managed day-to-day Cluster Security operations.
  • Directed day-to-day security operations, mentoring and training officers while partnering with clients to optimize security processes.
  • Conducted comprehensive onboarding and training for new officers, emphasizing alarm and incident response management, CCTV, and client-specific procedures.
  • Produced detailed site reports and investigated incidents, collaborating with clients to resolve security issues and implement preventative measures.
  • Provided guidance and support to officers, managing schedules effectively, reducing overtime, and addressing work-related concerns promptly.

Site Supervisor

Allied Barton [Amazon Web Services]
11.2009 - 06.2012
  • Managed proximate sites, implementing security campaigns to reduce preventable alarms and fostering employee growth through programs like MSO.
  • Provided administrative support by creating and implementing documents for projects as needed, while enforcing company guidelines.
  • Demonstrated enthusiastic teamwork with clients, guests, and management, contributing positively to the overall work environment.

Education

Master of Science - Civil & Construction Engineering

Clarkson University
Potsdam, NY
05.2025

Master of Science - Engineering- Cyber Security

George Washington University, The
Washington, DC

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare System Management

George Mason University
Fairfax, VA

Skills

  • Data Center Delivery
  • Data Center Security Design and Engineering
  • Portfolio Risk Management
  • Critical Infrastructure Delivery
  • Microsoft SharePoint
  • Project & Program Management
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Business Development
  • Compliance Management
  • Cross functional Collaboration
  • Performance Tracking and Evaluation
  • Rvit, Auto CAD, Adobe, Visio, & Blue Beam
  • Physical Security System & Access Control Design

Certification

Lenel Certified - Hardware & Software

Timeline

Sr. Security Project Manager

Microsoft
10.2022 - Current

Sr. Manager, Security Project Team

Microsoft
12.2021 - 10.2022

Sr. Phy. Security Desig & Delivery Mgr

New Construction, Amazon Web Service
02.2020 - 12.2021

Area Security Manager

Amazon Web Services
11.2016 - 10.2017

Sr. Physical Security Construction & Design Mgr

Amazon Web Services
10.2016 - 02.2020

Sr. Physical Security Construction & Design Mgr

Amazon Web Services
07.2016 - 02.2020

Data Center Security Manager

Amazon Web Services
02.2013 - 11.2016

Cluster Manager

G4S [Amazon Web Services]
06.2012 - 02.2013

Site Supervisor

Allied Barton [Amazon Web Services]
11.2009 - 06.2012

Master of Science - Civil & Construction Engineering

Clarkson University

Master of Science - Engineering- Cyber Security

George Washington University, The

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare System Management

George Mason University

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