Colocation Physical Security Lead – Ops & Compliance

Nebius; United States; On-site; USD 107,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Parental leave

Remote work reimbursement

Job summary

Nebius is seeking a Colocation Physical Security Manager to lead security operations across one or more colocation data centers. This role manages security personnel, access control, video surveillance, and incident response to protect Nebius assets and staff.

The position requires 5+ years in physical security, 3+ years of leadership, and experience with data center environments. You will drive security readiness, audits, and collaboration with facilities and IT teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, Security Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of physical security experience.
• 3+ years of management or supervisory experience.
• Experience within: Datacenters, Colocation facilities, Critical infrastructure, Corporate security programs.
• Strong knowledge of Physical access control systems, CCTV platforms, Incident management, Security investigations, Security audits and compliance frameworks

Responsibilities

• Lead daily physical security operations across colocation facilities and build relationships with all stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with security standards, policies, and procedures.
• Develop and maintain site security programs and operational controls for colocations and provide support to regional partners as needed.
• Manage security service providers, guard force performance ensuring compliance and evaluating standards.
• Establish and monitor security KPIs and SLAs with the colocation provider.
• Oversee badge management and access provisioning processes for Nebius employees and colocation providers.
• Monitor visitor management programs and contractor access requirements.
• Lead response to security incidents, breaches, and workplace safety concerns.
• Perform security risk assessments and mitigation planning for new sites and existing locations.

Skills

Security Operations

Incident Management

Access Control

Surveillance

Risk Assessments

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Security/Related

5+ years physical security experience

3+ years management experience

Tools

CCTV platforms

Physical Access Control Systems

Job description

Nebius is seeking a Colocation Physical Security Manager to lead security operations across one or more colocation data centers. This role manages security personnel, access control, video surveillance, and incident response to protect Nebius assets and staff.

The position requires 5+ years in physical security, 3+ years of leadership, and experience with data center environments. You will drive security readiness, audits, and collaboration with facilities and IT teams.