Site Security Manager

Core Scientific; Muskogee (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Scientific is seeking a Security Manager for our HPC data center campus to lead physical security operations, protecting personnel and assets while partnering with clients, contractors, and agencies to maintain a secure operating environment. The role requires 5+ years in physical security with leadership experience, strong knowledge of access control, CCTV, and standards such as ISO/NIST.

You will implement layered defense, conduct drills, and coordinate with operations, facilities, IT,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, or related field (preferred) or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in physical security, with at least 3 years in a leadership/manager role, preferably in data center, critical infrastructure, or HPC environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily physical security operations across the data center campus, including security officers, access control, CCTV and perimeter security.
• Ensure continuous compliance with corporate security standards, client contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage incident response, investigations, and reporting, ensuring timely escalation and resolution of security events.
• Maintain a visible presence onsite as the primary point of contact for security-related matters.
• Supervise and develop contract security staff, ensuring performance, training, and adherence to post orders.
• Conduct regular drills, tabletop exercises, and refresher training for security teams on emergency response, active assailant, severe weather, and other crisis scenarios.

Skills

Leadership

Incident response

Security operations

Stakeholder management

Access control

CCTV

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Security Management or related field

Tools

Genetec

Axis

HID

Job description

Who We Are

Core Scientific is a leading provider of infrastructure for high-performance compute in North America. Our mission is to accelerate digital innovation by scaling high-value compute rapidly, efficiently, and responsibly. We transform energy into high-value compute with unmatched efficiency at scale. Core Scientific is a publicly trade company (NASDAQ: CORZ).

Who We Are

Core Scientific is a leading provider of infrastructure for high-performance compute in North America. Our mission is to accelerate digital innovation by scaling high-value compute rapidly, efficiently, and responsibly. We transform energy into high-value compute with unmatched efficiency at scale. Core Scientific is a publicly trade company (NASDAQ: CORZ).

We power AI, HPC, and other next-generation data center workloads demanding exceptional computing power, in addition to our digital asset mining operations. Our footprint consists of 11 data center campuses across seven states, housing advanced infrastructure for our customers.

What sets us apart? We have an entrepreneurial culture, a 'can-do' and collaborative attitude, and we own and control our infrastructure. These strategic advantages enable us to maintain operational excellence, increase efficiency, and rapidly deploy cutting-edge innovations developed by our team of experts.

Join us and accelerate your career alongside our groundbreaking journey. We seek smart, creative, and collaborative professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, result-driven environment. Ready to be part of something exceptional? Apply today and make an impact at Core Scientific.

The Job

The Security Manager is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of physical security operations at a high-performance computing (HPC) data center campus. This role ensures the protection of personnel, assets, and critical infrastructure through effective implementation of security policies, procedures, and technologies. The manager will partner with internal stakeholders, clients, contractors, and external agencies to deliver a secure operating environment that meets both corporate standards and client-specific requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily physical security operations across the data center campus, including security officers, access control, CCTV and perimeter security.
• Ensure continuous compliance with corporate security standards, client contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage incident response, investigations, and reporting, ensuring timely escalation and resolution of security events.
• Maintain a visible presence onsite as the primary point of contact for security-related matters.
• Supervise and develop contract security staff, ensuring performance, training, and adherence to post orders.
• Conduct regular drills, tabletop exercises, and refresher training for security teams on emergency response, active assailant, severe weather, and other crisis scenarios.
• Foster a strong culture of professionalism, vigilance, and customer service within the security team.
• Conduct regular risk assessments, security audits, and vulnerability analyses specific to HPC/data center operations.
• Partner with operations, facilities, IT, and compliance teams to implement layered defense strategies.
• Ensure compliance with client audit requests, certifications, and industry frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIST standards).
• Manage and optimize use of access control systems, visitor management, CCTV analytics, intrusion detection, and perimeter technologies.
• Coordinate with security engineering teams on upgrades, integrations, and system health monitoring.
• Ensure accurate badge/access provisioning and deprovisioning processes for employees, vendors, and clients.
• Lead on-site crisis response during security incidents, emergencies, and severe weather events.
• Coordinate with law enforcement, fire, and emergency services as required.
• Maintain and update site-specific emergency action plans, business continuity measures, and crisis communication protocols.
• Serve as the primary liaison for tenants, customers, contractors, and internal stakeholders regarding security matters.
• Provide security input during site expansions, construction, and development projects to ensure physical security is embedded from the start.
• Foster open, respectful, and professional communication directly within the team, with co-workers/ teammates, and leaders across the organization.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, or related field (preferred) or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in physical security, with at least 3 years in a leadership/manager role, preferably in data center, critical infrastructure, or HPC environments.
• Strong knowledge of access control, CCTV, and integrated security technologies.
• Familiarity with data center standards (Uptime Institute, ISO, NIST, SOC audits) preferred.
• Proven experience in incident response, investigations, and working with law enforcement.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in high-pressure, mission-critical environments.
• Electronic Physical Security knowledge of Genetec/Axis/HID preferred.
• Professional certifications (e.g., PSP, CPP, etc.) preferred.
• Military or law enforcement background preferred.
• Experience in physical Security design preferred.
• Project management experience preferred.

Reports To

Director, Security

Location

On-Site

Travel

Occasional travel may be required as needed.

Work Environment

This job operates in a data center, office, and shop environment.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Position Type/ Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, onsite position. General hours and days of work are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some nights and weekends may be required.

Supervisory Experience (Yes)

Yes