Lead Security Officer

United States·ColumbusFull- Time - Temps pleinlead

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About Our Company: Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Cologix is a leading North America network-neutral interconnection and hyperscale edge data center company.

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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.

About the Role

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Cologix is seeking a Data Center Security Lead to oversee day-to-day physical security operations at the site level. This role is responsible for supervising security personnel, executing access control procedures, and ensuring consistent enforcement of security standards in a mission-critical, multi-tenant environment.

The Security Lead serves as the on-site supervisor and primary point of accountability for security operations, including staffing, scheduling, and shift coverage. This role ensures accurate documentation, proper incident response, and audit-ready practices, while coordinating with Operations and Infrastructure teams to maintain a secure and controlled environment.

Oversee daily security operations and supervise security officers
Own scheduling and staffing coverage to ensure consistent security presence across all shifts
Enforce access control procedures including badging, visitor access, and escorts
Manage access lifecycle including badge issuance, changes, and revocation
Ensure accurate and complete access logs and documentation
Maintain consistent application of site procedures and post orders

Respond to and manage on-site security incidents
Ensure proper escalation, containment, and documentation
Support incident investigations and follow-up actions
Coordinate with Operations during site-impacting events
Escalate issues and risks to the Security Manager

Maintain audit-ready documentation and access records
Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits
Ensure professionalism, cleanliness, and organization in security-controlled areas
Participate in site emergency response activities and drills

Serve as the on-site leader for the security team
Support customer access and ensure a professional, controlled site experience
Participate in tours and site visits as needed
Lead by example and maintain accountability across security staff

Monitor and report issues with access control, CCTV, and alarm systems
Coordinate with Operations and Infrastructure to support secure site activity

3+ years of experience in physical security or related field
Experience in a supervisory or lead role preferred
Experience scheduling staff and managing coverage in a 24x7 environment
Strong understanding of access control procedures and site security operations
Experience with incident response and reporting
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Strong communication and leadership skills

Nice to Have

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Experience in data center or mission-critical environments
Familiarity with access control and CCTV systems
Experience supporting audits or working in regulated environments

Consistent staffing and coverage across all shifts
Reliable execution of security procedures and access control
Accurate documentation and incident reporting
Strong team performance and accountability
Professional, customer-ready security presence

***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.***

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Cologix is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance in applying for any of our open positions, please contact us at recruiting@cologix.com or call 720-940-2551.

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Cologix’ data centers are ISO 27001:2022 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. These certifications demonstrate Cologix’s commitment to both information security and environmental stewardship. At Cologix, protecting information assets and minimizing environmental impacts are everyone’s responsibility.

Cologix employees are responsible for:

• Understanding and following Cologix’s information security, cybersecurity, privacy,

and environmental management policies, procedures, and standards.

• Ensuring conformance with the requirements of both the Information Security

Management System (ISMS) and the Environmental Management System (EMS).

• Remaining vigilant and reporting any information security or environmental incidents,

vulnerabilities, risks, or non-conformities to the appropriate teams.

• Actively participating in Cologix’s efforts to maintain and improve information security

and environmental performance.