Data Center Security Officer, COL; Sun - Wed

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.

We are seeking a dependable, professional Data Center Security Guard to execute frontline physical security controls within a 24x7 mission‑critical data center environment. This role is responsible for protecting facility assets, personnel, customers, and critical infrastructure through disciplined access control, surveillance monitoring, patrols, incident response, and life‑safety support.

This is a highly visible, real‑time operations role. You will verify identities, control visitor access, monitor cameras and alarms, conduct patrols, document incidents, and respond to security‑related events in accordance with established procedures. You will also support shipping and receiving controls, maintain accurate logs, and act as a first responder within the limits of your training during emergencies. This role is ideal for someone who is alert, composed, service‑oriented, and committed to consistent execution in a secure environment.

1st shift (Sun - Wed: 6:00am - 4:00pm)

• Verify identities and enforce controlled access for employees, customers, vendors, and visitors entering and exiting the facility.
• Monitor surveillance systems, access control alarms, and fire alarm systems, initiating response and escalation procedures as required.
• Conduct routine interior and exterior patrols, identify security concerns or policy violations, and document findings accurately.
• Issue temporary visitor credentials, maintain complete visitor and vendor logs, and preserve chain‑of‑custody and traceability standards.
• Respond to incidents, suspicious activity, alarms, and medical emergencies in accordance with training, policy, and site procedures.
• Support secure shipping and receiving activities at controlled entry points in alignment with defined process and access standards.
• Respond to security‑related tickets, cases, and communications in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain order and cleanliness within security‑controlled areas, including monitoring stations and related work spaces.
• Recognize situations beyond assigned authority and escalate to Security Leadership in accordance with established protocols.

• Experience in security, access control, surveillance monitoring, or a similarly structured operational environment.
• Strong judgment, situational awareness, and the ability to remain calm during incidents or emergencies.
• Ability to follow established procedures consistently while maintaining professionalism with employees, customers, and visitors.
• Strong attention to detail in logging, incident documentation, credential control, and policy enforcement.
• Comfort working in a 24x7 environment where physical presence, responsiveness, and reliability matter.
• Ability to communicate clearly and escalate concerns appropriately when situations exceed assigned authority.

• Serves as the frontline protector of physical access control and security procedure compliance.
• Brings calm, professional presence to routine operations and urgent situations alike.
• Maintains discipline in monitoring, documentation, and response execution.
• Protects security standards without losing sight of professionalism and customer interaction.
• Understands the importance of escalation, traceability, and consistency in a regulated environment.

• Access to the facility is controlled consistently, professionally, and without preventable security lapses.
• Surveillance, patrol, alarm response, and incident handling are executed with strong awareness and…