Security Officer 2nd shift (Monday- Friday)

Webhosting; Columbus, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cologix is seeking a dependable Data Center Security Guard for 2nd shift to protect facility assets, personnel, customers, and critical infrastructure within a 24x7 data center environment. You will verify identities, control access, monitor cameras, conduct patrols, and respond to security-related events following established procedures.

This role emphasizes disciplined access control, incident documentation, and coordination with Security Leadership in a carrier-dense ecosystem across the

Qualifications

• Minimum security guard experience in a high-visibility environment.
• Reliable and professional with strong observation skills.
• Willingness to work 2nd shift and on-site at a data center.

Responsibilities

• Verify identities and enforce access for employees, customers, vendors, and visitors.
• Monitor surveillance cameras and alarms; respond per procedures.
• Conduct interior and exterior patrols; document findings.
• Issue temporary visitor credentials and maintain logs.
• Respond to incidents and medical emergencies following training and policy.
• Support shipping/receiving controls at entry points.
• Address security tickets and communications promptly.
• Maintain order in security areas and monitor workspaces.
• Escalate issues to Security Leadership when needed.

Skills

Access control

Surveillance systems

Patrols

Incident response

Visitor management

Job description

Security Officer 2nd shift (Monday- Friday)

20-25 USD//hour-wage

On-site Full-time Not specified Data

Job Description

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