Security Officer

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:*** As a Security Officer with Cologix you will be responsible for providing a physical layer of security at a Cologix location. Security Officers are responsible for the implementation of policies and procedures pertaining to the safety and security of Cologix employees, guests and facilities. ### What you do daily: - Verifies the identities of employees, customers and visitors entering and exiting the facility. - Monitors all interior and exterior cameras. Immediately addresses any policy infractions, emergency situations or suspicious activity. - Controls the access of permitted visitors and provides them with temporary access (visitor badges). Denies individuals who do not meet the entry criteria. - Keeps an accurate log of all visitors/vendors that have gained entry to the facility by using the PeopleTracker system. - Responsible for conducting numerous physical security checks per shift. Personnel will patrol the interior and exterior of their assigned building looking for unsecured doors/windows, signs of tampering and any unauthorized individuals. All checks will be documented and will include any findings. - Monitors entry access and fire systems for all pertinent alarms and responds accordingly. - Notifies the proper local authorities (police department, fire department, rapid response) in the event of an emergency situation. - Acts as a first responder in the event of a medical emergency. - Performs shipping and receiving duties using defined process. - Responds to job tickets, cases and emails within the security department in a timely manner. - Responsible for ensuring all security offices, equipment and loading docks are clean and organized. - Seeks guidance from the Security Supervisor when help is needed. - Performs additional duties as assigned. ### What makes you a good fit: (Qualifications) - High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one or more years related experience and/or training - Security Officer Registration Act (SORA) license preferred - Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing - Exceptional customer service skills - Must be punctual, reliable, flexible and willing to work additional hours when necessary to meet the demands of the department - Basic computer skills required