Cologix
Tech / AI / Software
DataCenterSecurityManager
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“Data Center Security Manager at Cologix. Skills: Data Center Security Management, Physical Security Operations, Access Control Systems, Incident Response, Team Leadership. Oversee day-to-day security operations across multiple sites. Define and enforce access control standards, including badging, visitor access, and escort requirements”
What You'll Achieve.
Consistent execution of security operations across all sites; Successful audits with minimal findings; Accurate and audit-ready documentation; team performance and accountability; Effective coordination during incidents; High confidence in site security from customers and leadership
Industry & Context.
Identify gaps and implement improvements to strengthen security posture; Review incidents and drive corrective actions
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U. S., We are unable to sponsor or transfer sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5+ years of experience in physical security, data center operations, or mission-critical environments, 2+ years leading teams in a 24x7 environment, Experience managing contract security vendors and guard force operations, Experience working in audited environments (SOC, ISO, or customer-driven), understanding of access control systems, CCTV, and physical security operations, Ability to operate across multiple sites and maintain consistent standards, communication skills and ability to engage customers and leadership
Nice to Have
Experience in colocation or multi-tenant environments, Familiarity with SOC 1, SOC 2, or ISO 27001 audit environments, Experience working cross-functionally with Operations and Infrastructure
What You'll Do.
Oversee day-to-day security operations across multiple sites
Define and enforce access control standards
and escort requirements
Ensure consistent application of post orders
and security protocols
auditable access records and documentation
Lead escalation and coordination of security incidents
Ensure proper response
Partner with Operations during site-impacting or safety-related events
Review incidents and drive corrective actions
Ensure readiness for SOC 1
Maintain integrity of security documentation and access logs
Identify gaps and implement improvements to strengthen security posture
Standardize practices across all facilities
Manage contract security providers and enforce service level expectations
Oversee effectiveness of access control
Coordinate system maintenance and upgrades with Infrastructure
Partner with Operations
and enterprise teams to support secure site execution
Lead and develop Lead Security Officers and security personnel
Establish clear expectations
and performance standards
and procedural adherence
Promote professionalism and operational discipline across all sites
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with Operations during site-impacting or safety-related events; Partner with Operations, Infrastructure, and enterprise teams to support secure site execution; coordinate with Infrastructure for system maintenance and upgrades
Communication Scope
communication skills and ability to engage customers and leadership
Full Job Description
## Description About Our Company: Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Cologix is a leading North America network-neutral interconnection and hyperscale edge data center company. Our platform gives customers access to 45+ digital edge and Scalelogix℠ hyperscale edge data centers in 13 markets across the United States and Canada along with a carrier-dense ecosystem of 710+ networks, 360+ cloud providers, 35+ onramps and seven Internet exchanges. We provide our nearly 2,000 customers with direct access to our local operations teams, resulting in strong partnerships enabled by exceptional operational support and unparalleled customer service. Backed by one of the largest North American infrastructure funds, Cologix's experienced leadership team, certified staff and commitment to ESG initiatives help form a culture that values our people, our environment and our clients. ## What You Do Security Operations & Access Control Oversee day-to-day security operations across multiple sites Define and enforce access control standards, including badging, visitor access, and escort requirements Ensure consistent application of post orders, procedures, and security protocols Maintain accurate, auditable access records and documentation Incident Response & Site Coordination Lead escalation and coordination of security incidents Ensure proper response, containment, and documentation Partner with Operations during site-impacting or safety-related events Review incidents and drive corrective actions Audit, Compliance & Continuous Improvement Ensure readiness for SOC 1, SOC 2, ISO 27001, and customer audits Maintain integrity of security documentation and access logs Identify gaps and implement improvements to strengthen security posture Standardize practices across all facilities Vendor, Systems & Cross-Functional Coordination Manage contract security providers and enforce service level expectations Oversee effectiveness of access control, CCTV, and alarm systems Coordinate system mainte
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