Technology Manager
Clear. · Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain
- On site
- Full-time
- €100,000 / year
- Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain
Job highlights
- Lead global ESS strategy and technology roadmap.
- Define standards for access control and video.
- Focus on architecture, security, and compliance.
- Evaluate emerging security technologies.
- Collaborate with IT, security, and operations.
About the role
Technology Manager – Electronic Security Systems (ESS)
Clear. is looking for a senior technologist in Electronic Security Systems (ESS) to lead the global strategy, standards, and technology roadmap for ESS across our hyperscale data centre portfolio.
This is a strategic, high-impact role: you’ll guide how access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and integrated security platforms are architected, secured, and adopted globally. You’ll focus on technology direction and governance, balancing innovation with reliability, cybersecurity, privacy-by-design, and regulatory compliance—not day-to-day operations.
What You’ll Get
- €80,000 - €100,000 Yearly Salary
- Yearly Bonus
- Hybrid Working
- Pension
- Healthcare
Key Responsibilities
- Own the global ESS technology roadmap across all security technologies
- Evaluate emerging security technologies and turn them into actionable standards and adoption plans
- Define global reference architectures, technical standards, and design guidelines for ESS platforms and integrations
- Ensure interoperability, scalability, lifecycle management, and obsolescence planning across multi-vendor environments
- Define integration patterns with SOC/GSOC, PSIM, identity platforms, and IT systems
- Partner with IT and security teams to embed cybersecurity and privacy controls
- Lead vendor and integrator strategy, benchmarking, and technical evaluations
- Act as the technical authority for ESS, collaborating with Security Operations, Design & Construction, Facilities, Legal/Privacy, and Procurement teams
- Produce executive-ready technology roadmaps, standards, and guidance
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Systems Engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience
- 7+ years working with electronic or physical security systems in data centres, critical facilities, or large enterprise environments
- Proven experience shaping technology roadmaps and standards for ESS
- Hands-on experience with enterprise access control and video systems
- Understanding of how ESS integrates with PSIM, SOC/GSOC tools, and enterprise IT
- Knowledge of security system cybersecurity and privacy-by-design principles
- Preferred certifications: PSP, CISSP, or relevant vendor certifications
Skills & Attributes
- Strong systems-level technical leadership and architectural thinking
- Deep knowledge of ESS platforms, interoperability, and lifecycle management
- Ability to balance innovation with reliability, operability, and compliance in mission-critical environments
- Effective at vendor and integrator evaluation
- Clear and confident communicator, capable of producing executive-ready standards and guidance
Key skills/competency
- Technology Manager
- Electronic Security Systems
- ESS
- Data Centres
- Access Control
- Video Surveillance
- Cybersecurity
- Privacy-by-Design
- Technology Roadmap
- System Architecture
Skills & topics
- Technology Manager
- Electronic Security Systems
- ESS
- Data Centre Security
- Access Control
- Video Surveillance
- Cybersecurity
- Technology Roadmap
- Systems Engineering
- Security Architecture
- Manager
- Lead
- Senior
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience with ESS, data centers, and technology roadmapping.
- Showcase ESS expertise: Emphasize skills in access control, video surveillance, and cybersecurity.
- Demonstrate leadership: Provide examples of strategic technology direction and governance.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss system architecture, integration, and compliance.
- Understand Clear.'s mission: Align your experience with their focus on hyperscale data centers.
Technical preparation
Master ESS technologies and integrations.,Understand data center security standards.,Prepare for system architecture discussions.,Review cybersecurity and privacy principles.
Behavioral questions
Describe leading a global technology strategy.,How do you balance innovation and reliability?,Share an experience evaluating new technologies.,How do you communicate technical roadmaps?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the salary range for the Technology Manager - Electronic Security Systems role at Clear.?
- The Technology Manager - Electronic Security Systems role at Clear. offers a competitive annual salary between €80,000 and €100,000, plus a yearly bonus.
- Is this a remote or hybrid role at Clear.?
- This Technology Manager - Electronic Security Systems position is a hybrid role, allowing for a blend of remote and in-office work.
- What are the key responsibilities for the Technology Manager - Electronic Security Systems at Clear.?
- Key responsibilities include owning the global ESS technology roadmap, defining standards for security systems, evaluating new technologies, and ensuring cybersecurity and privacy-by-design principles are integrated.
- What qualifications are required for the Technology Manager - Electronic Security Systems position at Clear.?
- A Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field or equivalent experience, plus at least 7 years of experience with electronic or physical security systems in critical environments is required. Experience with enterprise access control, video systems, and cybersecurity principles is also essential.
- What are some preferred certifications for the Technology Manager - Electronic Security Systems role at Clear.?
- Preferred certifications for this role at Clear. include PSP, CISSP, or relevant vendor-specific certifications in electronic security systems.
- What kind of systems will I be working with as a Technology Manager - Electronic Security Systems at Clear.?
- You will be working with a range of electronic security systems (ESS), including access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and integrated security platforms. This also involves integration with PSIM, SOC/GSOC tools, and enterprise IT systems.
- Does Clear. offer benefits for the Technology Manager - Electronic Security Systems role?
- Yes, Clear. offers a comprehensive benefits package for the Technology Manager - Electronic Security Systems role, including a yearly bonus, pension, and healthcare.
- What is the location for the Technology Manager - Electronic Security Systems job at Clear.?
- The Technology Manager - Electronic Security Systems position at Clear. is based in Madrid, Spain.