Site Security Manager @ Core Scientific

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. The company is a $5B publicly traded (NASDAQ: CORZ) company.

We power AI, HPC, and other next-generation data center workloads demanding exceptional computing power, in addition to our digital asset mining operations. We own and operate nine data centers in 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, results-driven environment. Ready to be part of something exceptional? Apply today and make an impact at Core Scientific.

Title
Site Security Manager

Reports To
Director, Security Ops

The Job

The Site 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

Operations & Oversight

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.

Leadership & Team Management

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.

Risk Management & Compliance

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).

Technology & Systems

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.

Crisis Management & Emergency Preparedness

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.

Stakeholder Engagement

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.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.

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.

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 workdays are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some nights and weekends may be required.

Supervisory Experience (Yes)

Yes

Site Security Manager

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