Data Center Security Manager, COL5

Cologix•Columbus, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Cologix is seeking a Security Manager to lead physical security operations across multiple data center facilities within the Columbus market. This role is accountable for the performance, consistency, and governance of security operations, ensuring a secure, compliant, and audit-ready environment across all sites. The Security Manager leads site-level personnel, including Lead Security Officers and contract guard services, and drives consistent execution of access control, incident response, and security procedures. This role ensures site readiness for internal, customer, and regulatory audits, including SOC 1, SOC 2, and ISO 27001 requirements, in coordination with enterprise security and compliance teams. This position requires strong operational leadership, the ability to scale consistent practices across multiple facilities, and the presence to represent site security operations in customer and executive engagements.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in physical security, data center operations, or mission-critical environments
2+ years leading teams in a 24x7 environment
Experience managing contract security vendors and guard force operations
Experience working in audited environments (SOC, ISO, or customer-driven)
Strong understanding of access control systems, CCTV, and physical security operations
Ability to operate across multiple sites and maintain consistent standards
Strong communication skills and ability to engage customers and leadership
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in colocation or multi-tenant environments
Familiarity with SOC 1, SOC 2, or ISO 27001 audit environments
Experience working cross-functionally with Operations and Infrastructure

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day security operations across multiple sites
Define and enforce access control standards, including badging, visitor access, and escort requirements
Ensure consistent application of post orders, procedures, and security protocols
Maintain accurate, auditable access records and documentation
Lead escalation and coordination of security incidents
Ensure proper response, containment, and documentation
Partner with Operations during site-impacting or safety-related events
Review incidents and drive corrective actions
Ensure readiness for SOC 1, SOC 2, ISO 27001, and customer audits
Maintain integrity of security documentation and access logs
Identify gaps and implement improvements to strengthen security posture
Standardize practices across all facilities
Manage contract security providers and enforce service level expectations
Oversee effectiveness of access control, CCTV, and alarm systems
Coordinate system maintenance and upgrades with Infrastructure
Partner with Operations, Infrastructure, and enterprise teams to support secure site execution
Lead and develop Lead Security Officers and security personnel
Establish clear expectations, accountability, and performance standards
Ensure training, certification, and procedural adherence
Promote professionalism and operational discipline across all sites