Data Center Security Specialist - Austin

What you’ll Do:

The Data Center Security Specialist is responsible for the implementation and enforcement of Physical Security standards and policy in Core Weave’s data center spaces. The candidate will manage facility access policies, conduct audits, and be the administrator for access requests and revocations. The Data Center Security Specialist will be a liaison between Core Weave and our colocation partners and will advocate for the highest level of security to protect Core Weave’s personnel, infrastructure, and intellectual property.

The candidate will create and implement training programs for Core Weave’s employees as well as our visitors and contractors.

To be successful as a Data Center Security Specialist, you must have an in-depth knowledge of Physical Security principles and be passionate about making our facilities more secure. Core Weave is searching for a candidate with a broad background in Physical Security and a commitment to continuing education and improvement. Desired skills include strong organizational discipline, writing skills, and comfort with public speaking.

Top candidates will have an amiable personality and an aptitude for customer service.

The position will require up to 25% travel, which may include international travel, to oversee site security and conduct training sessions. The position will report directly to the Core Weave Area Data Center Security Manager.

• Day-to-day administration of security policy at Core Weave’s data centers
  • Work with our collocation partners to enforce the security policy
  • Produce timely audit reports
  • Enforce a principle of “least privilege” for access
• Create security training programs
  • Establish a regular cadence for security training
  • Create an accessible archive of security policy documentation
  • Onboard new employees
  • Maintain a continuing security training program
• Inspections and Audits
  • Regularly tour and inspect data centers
  • Create inspection reports with findings
  • Create a program to remediate findings and track to a successful conclusion
  • Lead investigations of security incidents
• Core Weave customers
  • Be knowledgeable and have ownership of our customers’ security programs
  • Meet with Core Weave customers or points-of-contact to ensure we are meeting their needs
• Strong time management, good technical writing, presentation, and documentation skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, attention to detail, follow-through, and professionalism
• Perform other work‑related duties as assigned
• Willingness to learn new technologies/toolsets as part of the job responsibilities

• Minimum of 5+ years in a physical security field. Law enforcement/military experience may be applicable if served in a physical security capacity.
• High school diploma or GED
• A degree in computer science, criminal justice, or a related field is preferable
• Strong analytical, diagnostic, and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency using office tools such as MAC/Windows/Google Workspace
• Prior Law Enforcement and Military background is considered to be valuable
• Applicants must have work authorization that does not require sponsorship from the company now or in the future

• Electronic Physical Security Certifications, such as Genetec, Axis
• Professional certification (e.g., PSP, CPP, CPTED, etc.)
• IT and computer networking experience
• Prior experience as a people manager and team leader
• Physical Security design experience
• Project management experience

The base salary range for this role is $79,000 to $93,000. The starting salary will be determined by job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and the market location. We strive for both market alignment and internal equity when determining compensation. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a discretionary bonus, equity awards, and a comprehensive benefits program (all based on eligibility).

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits to support your needs. The benefits below reflect our US‑based offerings; for roles in other locations, benefits vary and are shared during the hiring process. These include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance – 100% paid for by Core Weave
• Company‑paid Life…