Storm Burwick
Martinsburg,WV
Summary
Skilled Data Center Security Officer with background in maintaining secure data center environments. Experience includes monitoring security systems, managing access controls, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Strengths include in-depth knowledge of data center operations, exceptional decision-making abilities and understanding of IT security principles. Have contributed to enhancing overall security posture in previous roles by proactively identifying potential vulnerabilities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Data Center Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
Ashburn, VA
03.2024 - 12.2025
- Responded promptly to alarms triggered by intrusion detection systems throughout the facility.
- Analyzed network traffic patterns to detect possible threats or malicious activity against critical systems.
- Updated existing security protocols based on changes in industry standards or technology advancements.
- Worked closely with operations teams during disaster recovery exercises to ensure that backup plans were properly executed.
- Created incident reports for any security-related events or occurrences within the data center environment.
- Implemented strategies for protecting sensitive information stored within the data center environment from unauthorized access or theft.
- Maintained detailed logs of all visitors, staff members, and contractors who entered the facility.
- Performed regular security checks on the data center facility and its equipment to ensure compliance with established security protocols.
- Monitored CCTV surveillance systems and identified any suspicious activities or persons in order to take corrective action as needed.
- Ensured that all personnel entering the data center had appropriate clearance levels for access privileges.
- Investigated user accounts which exhibited unusual behavior or requests for access beyond their assigned permissions.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies, and regulations.
- Wrote reports outlining thefts, unauthorized access violations, or other unusual occurrences to help support later criminal or civil actions.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises.
- Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
- Detected emergency situations through keen listening and close observation to respond appropriately to alarms.
- Reviewed guest identification and employee credentials to authorize entry onto premises.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
- Adhered to daily patrol schedules to support consistent security presence throughout property.
- Monitored security cameras to identify and respond to suspicious activity.
- Explained security protocols to employees and guests to promote readiness for emergency situations.
- Maintained calm composure during emergencies while communicating with local law enforcement and emergency response services.
- Identified suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.
Data Center Support Technician
H5 Data Centers
Ashburn, VA
12.2024 - 05.2025
- Monitored system performance to ensure optimal efficiency of the data center environment.
- Worked closely with vendors providing support services for hardware components installed in the facility.
- Provided technical support for remote users accessing the data center resources.
- Collaborated with IT teams from other departments to ensure seamless integration of their systems into the existing infrastructure.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to incidents reported by customers or other stakeholders.
- Coordinated activities between different teams involved in implementing projects within a tight timeline.
- Implemented security measures to protect against unauthorized access to sensitive information stored in the data center environment.
- Identified areas where additional training is required among staff members working in the data center.
- Ensured compliance with industry best practices related to system performance monitoring and capacity planning.
- Diagnosed and resolved problems with documented procedures and checklists, problem recognition and research.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Engineering
Schnider University
OnlineSkills
- System performance monitoring
- Collaboration skills
- Incident response
- Security protocols
- Attention to detail
- Physical security measures
- Alarm system management
- Data privacy awareness
- Access control management
- Biometric security systems
- Data center operations
- Workplace safety
- Security camera monitoring
- Situational awareness
- Lockdown procedures
- CCTV monitoring
- Access control
Certification
- Department Of Justice Services Security License
- CPR certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Data Center Support Technician
H5 Data Centers
12.2024 - 05.2025
Data Center Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
03.2024 - 12.2025
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Engineering
Schnider University
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