Security Officer 2nd shift (Monday- Friday)

Cologix, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company paid Life Insurance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Non-accrued PTO

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Company paid holidays

401k Retirement Plan with employer mat

Mental Wellness Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Discount Marketplace

Employee Recognition Platform

Shift differential

Job summary

Cologix seeks a dependable Data Center Security Guard to execute frontline physical security in a 24x7 data center. You’ll verify identities, monitor cameras, and respond to incidents, protecting people and critical infrastructure.

In this role you will support shipping/receiving controls, maintain logs, and be the first responder within training limits. This is a high-visibility position requiring composure, reliability, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in security, access control, facilities security, or related field.
• Ability to stay calm during incidents or emergencies with good judgment.
• Follow procedures professionally with employees, customers, and visitors.
• Strong logging and incident documentation skills with attention to detail.
• Willingness to work in a 24x7 environment requiring presence on site.

Responsibilities

• Verify identities and enforce access control for employees, customers, vendors, and visitors.
• Monitor surveillance, alarms, and fire systems; initiate response as required.
• Conduct routine patrols; identify concerns and document findings.
• Issue temporary visitor credentials and maintain logs and chain-of-custody.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and emergencies per training and policy.
• Support shipping/receiving controls at controlled entry points.
• Respond to security tickets, cases, and communications promptly.
• Maintain clean, secure areas including monitoring stations.
• Escalate to Security Leadership as needed per protocols.

Skills

Security experience

Situational awareness

Professionalism

Attention to detail

Shift work reliability

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CCTV systems

Alarm systems

Access control systems

Incident reporting tools

Job description

and environmental performance.

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. 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.

About The Position

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.

Protect the people, assets, and access points that keep a mission-critical facility secure.

Shift: 2nd shift (Mon-Fri: 2pm - 12 am)

What You Do Daily

• 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 workspaces
• Recognize situations beyond assigned authority and elevate to Security Leadership in accordance with established protocols

What Makes You a Good Fit

• 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 elevate concerns appropriately when situations exceed assigned authority

Leadership Profile

• 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

What Success Looks Like

• 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 discipline
• Visitor logs, badge records, and incident documentation are accurate, timely, and audit-ready
• Security-related issues are identified early, addressed within scope, and escalated appropriately
• Shipping, receiving, and controlled-area activities support both physical security and operational traceability
• The facility maintains confidence in the security team’s responsiveness, professionalism, and reliability

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2+ years of experience in security, access control, facilities security, or a related field preferred
• Experience working with badge systems, visitor management tools, CCTV, alarm systems, or incident reporting processes preferred
• CPR, AED, first aid, or other relevant safety certifications preferred
• Ability to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, in a 24x7 operating environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document and report clearly
• Ability to remain professional, attentive, and effective in high-pressure or emergency situations

Why Join Us

This is an opportunity to play a direct role in protecting a mission-critical environment where security, professionalism, and accountability matter every day. You will help safeguard the people, systems, and operations that customers rely on around the clock.

• 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.***

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 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 [e-mail] or call 720-940-2551.

The California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) creates privacy rights relating to the collection, sale, disclosure, and deletion of consumers’ personal information. The CCPA requires businesses to provide consumers, including job applicants and employees, with information about their rights, including a description of the categories of personal information to be collected and the purpose for which the information will be used. For additional information regarding your rights, including a description of the categories of personal information to be collected and the purpose for which the information will be used, please see https://cologix.com/privacy-policy/.

Cologix’ data centers are ISO 27001:2022 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. These certifications demonstrate Cologix’s commitment to both information security and environmental stewardship. At Cologix, protecting information assets and minimizing environmental impacts are everyone’s responsibility.

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.

Benefits:

• 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. This position will also be eligible for a shift differential.