Strategic Director, Security Programs

CoreSite, LLC in; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental and Vision

401(k) with match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

CoreSite is seeking a Director of Security Programs to lead and manage corporate security initiatives across our data center operations. The role requires mult disciplinary expertise and a proven track record in data center security, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional program management.

You will develop and drive security strategies, oversee access control infrastructure, and coordinate with Legal, Compliance, and Operations teams to ensure privacy and regulatory alignment.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of physical and corporate security principles and operations.
• Experience leading security programs in data centers or related fields.
• Ability to manage cross-functional stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and continuously improve the security program operations.
• Advise senior management on security, crisis management and integrity matters.
• Develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders including government and industry bodies.
• Drive corporate security strategies including executive, personnel, physical security and security technology.
• Oversee security investigations and incident response.

Skills

Security leadership

Crisis management

Security programs

Vendor management

Stakeholder collaboration

Security technology

Education

Bachelor degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Video Management Systems (VMS)

Access control systems

Job description

CoreSite is seeking a Director of Security Programs to lead and manage corporate security initiatives across our data center operations. The role requires mult disciplinary expertise and a proven track record in data center security, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional program management.

You will develop and drive security strategies, oversee access control infrastructure, and coordinate with Legal, Compliance, and Operations teams to ensure privacy and regulatory alignment.