Lead Security Officer

Cologix

Job Location:

Ashburn, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 28 - 35

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 2000 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 Cologixs 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 Position:

As a Lead Security Officer with Cologix you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day physical security operations of the data center facility ensuring the safety of personnel customers visitors and critical infrastructure. This role will lead on-site security staff enforce security policies and procedures and serve as the primary point of contact during security incidents or emergencies.

What you do daily:

Lead and supervise on-site security guards and ensure 24/7 coverage
Monitoring of physical access points camera/access control systems and alarms associated with all systems including VMS ACS BMS and the FACP
Enforce all access control procedures for employees contractors vendors and visitors
Review and verify the patrol documentation completed during each shift
Verify badges credentials and visitor authorizations are accurate and updated upon approval
Create new access badges and access level changes within the system upon approval
Assist with incoming/outgoing deliveries including customer package documentation
Function as first responder and escalation point for security incidents alarms or emergencies
Investigate incidents document findings and prepare detailed incident reports
Coordinate with data center operations management and emergency services as needed
Ensure proper response to fire alarms medical emergencies and security breaches
Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to security guards
Ensure staff adherence to post orders policies and Cologix standard operating procedures
Report performance issues or policy violations to management
Maintain compliance with data center security standards (SOC ISO customer requirements)
Support customer security requests audits and access needs in a professional manner
Maintain accurate security logs access records and documentation
Promote a culture of professionalism vigilance and customer service
Assist with the overall cleanliness of the facility and campus (cleaning/snow removal etc.)

What makes you a good fit: (Qualifications)

Minimum 25 years of security experience preferably in a critical infrastructure environment
High school diploma or equivalent
Prior experience in a lead or supervisory role
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure
Basic computer skills (incident reporting access systems email)
Proficient in Microsoft Word Office Excel PowerPoint and NetSuite
Experience with access control systems and video management systems
Security certifications (CPR/First Aid Guard Card Security Supervisor certification)
Familiarity with compliance standards (SOC 2 ISO 27001 etc.)
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Ability to lift 50 lbs. occasionally
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions
24/7 environment; must be able to work nights weekends and holidays

$28 - $35 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 candidates experience.

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 applicants are considered for employment without regard to age race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability or veteran you need assistance in applying for any of our open positions please contact us at emailprotected or call .

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Cologix employees are responsible for:

Understanding and following Cologixs 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 Cologixs efforts to maintain and improve information security

and environmental performance.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

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...