Lead Security Officer

Data Center Security Lead

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.

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.

Security Operations, Staffing & Access Control

• 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

Incident Response & Coordination

• 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

Audit Support & Site Standards

• 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

Customer & Site Leadership

• 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

Systems Awareness & Coordination

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

What Makes You a Good Fit

• 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

Preferred

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

What Success Looks Like

• 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.***

$25 - $30 an hour Benefits: We offer a competitive benefit package for full-time employees that includes: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Company paid Life Insurance Voluntary supplemental life insurance Flexible spending account Health savings account Non-accrued PTO Short- and Long-Term Disability Company paid holidays 401k Retirement Plan with employer match Mental Wellness Benefits Tuition Reimbursement Paid Parental Leave Employee Discount Marketplace Employee Recognition Platform Individual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience.

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 View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io.

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.