Operations Lead Jobs in San Jose, CA
Operations Lead jobs in San Jose are in strong demand, concentrated in the North San Jose technology corridor, Downtown, and the Alviso and Santana Row commercial districts across semiconductor manufacturing, enterprise software, and logistics operations. Employers actively hiring right now include TikTok, Adobe, and eBay. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) Shift Lead
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Allied Universal is Hiring a GSOC Shift Lead to work at a Tech Company located in San Jose
- Active CA Guard Card
- Security experience of 1 or more years
- Intermediate to advanced technology skills
- Level 1 Certificate (Power to Arrest and Appropriate Use of Force Certificate)
- Use of personal electronic devices while on duty is prohibited
- Oversee day to day operations within the GSOC, ensuring all procedures and protocols are followed
- Manage and coordinate the activities of the GSOC team during the shift, including monitoring security systems, handling incidents, and responding to emergencies
- Update the GSOC Operator schedule; ensure coverage for all openings and callout; notify the Account Manager if there are any open posts that cannot be covered
- Ensure all GSOC activities comply with local, national, and international laws and client regulations
- Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify area of improvement
- Ensure all training requirements are met for all operators; complete training checklists for new hires and when retraining operators
- Assist in the development, implementation, and enforcement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the GSOC to ensure consistent and effective operations; review and notify managers when changes need to be made to reflect new threats and organizational requirements
- Oversee the daily monitoring of security systems and intelligence sources feeds; ensure all monitoring and analysis activities are conducted in compliance with client policies and regulations
- Complete metrics for all Operators to ensure they are meeting standards set by the client
- Troubleshoot issues with the security applications and work with the system team to resolve issues
- Act as the primary point of contact for incident response, ensuring timely and effective resolution of security incidents
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders including emergency services as necessary
- Ensure all incidents are properly documented, analyzed and reported
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
- Minimum of two (2) years of technical writing experience
- Minimum of two (2) years of verifiable security experience
- Minimum of two (2) years of verifiable Global Security Operation Center experience
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience using CCURE and other surveillance tools (e.g., Genetic)
- Must possess one or more of the following:
- Service in the active-duty military, military reserves, or National Guard
- Service in auxiliary police or police cadets
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Emergency Management, Communications, Information Technology, Political Sciences, Criminal Justice, or related field of study
- Technical writing skills
- Teamwork, coaching, mentoring skills
- Proficient Microsoft Office skills (i.e., Excel, Word)
- Solid computer knowledge and skills, experience working with complex platforms
- Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors
- Ability to communicate at an executive level, both written and orally, through superior communication skills
- Ability to make decisions, multi-task, and operate within high demand situations, often under time constraints
- Possess working knowledge of current global events and global geography/cultures
- Ability to analyze and think critically, sometimes under ambiguous circumstances
- Ability to follow written policy and procedures
- Military and/or law enforcement experience
- College degree in Communications, Criminal Justice, or related field of study
- Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- Enrollment in our company’s 401(k)plan, subject to eligibility requirements
- Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
- Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.
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Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
Requisition ID
2026-1628416
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Operations Lead Jobs in San Jose: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an operations lead job in San Jose?
Focus on the sectors that drive San Jose hiring: semiconductor and hardware manufacturing in North San Jose, enterprise software in the Downtown core, and logistics and distribution tied to the Port of Oakland corridor. Employers in these spaces favor candidates with demonstrated process improvement experience, familiarity with lean or Six Sigma methods, and a background managing cross-functional teams in fast-moving production or tech environments.
Which companies hire operations leads in San Jose?
Employers hiring operations leads in San Jose right now include TikTok, Adobe, and eBay, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. San Jose's employer mix skews heavily toward large technology manufacturers, enterprise software companies, and regional logistics operators with significant warehouse and fulfillment footprints in the South Bay.
Are there remote operations lead jobs in San Jose?
Yes, though remote availability depends heavily on the role. Operations leads managing physical facilities, production floors, or field teams are almost always on-site, while those in program coordination, vendor management, or supply chain analytics often work hybrid. About 27% of operations lead openings tied to San Jose are remote or hybrid as of July 2026. The most remote-compatible roles in San Jose tend to sit inside enterprise software and cloud services companies rather than manufacturing.
How can I get an operations lead job in San Jose with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in San Jose is moving up from a coordinator, scheduler, or associate operations role inside a local technology manufacturer or logistics company. Companies in North San Jose's semiconductor cluster and the e-commerce fulfillment centers near Alviso regularly hire operations associates who rotate into lead roles within one to two years. A demonstrated ability to run a shift, coordinate vendors, or own a process improvement project carries more weight than a specific degree in this market.
Which industries hire the most operations leads in San Jose?
San Jose operations lead roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Media & Entertainment, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. San Jose's position as the center of Silicon Valley means semiconductor fabrication, enterprise technology, and advanced manufacturing generate consistent operations hiring year-round, with logistics demand rising as companies build out South Bay distribution infrastructure.
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