Security Project Manager

Who We Are

Bold. Unapologetic. Hardworking. Core Scientific transforms energy into high-value compute with unmatched efficiency at scale. The company is publicly owned (NASDAQ: CORZ) and has a market cap of over $7 Billion dollars.

We power AI, HPC, and other next-generation data center workloads demanding exceptional computing power, in addition to our digital asset mining operations.  We operate nine data centers in seven states housing advanced infrastructure for our customers.

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. 

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.

The Job  

The Security Project Manager oversees the planning, implementation, and management of physical security programs with a strong emphasis on construction projects. This role ensures that security measures are integrated into all phases of construction and infrastructure development, including corporate, data center, and high-security facilities. The candidate must possess in-depth knowledge of construction and experience in coordinating security measures with contractors, architects, and other project managers.  

Responsibilities 

• Develop, implement, and oversee physical security programs for construction projects. 
• Read and understand architectural drawings, blueprints, schematics, and other relevant documents to make recommendations on interior floor plans that prioritize security. 
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, building codes, and company policies to maintain security. 
• Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analyses on new and existing construction projects. 
• Collaborate with security consultants, architects, engineers, and general contractors to incorporate security design standards into projects. 
• Integrate security features, such as perimeter security, vehicle flow management, access control, surveillance, and alarm systems, into construction planning. 
• Monitor construction projects for security compliance and ensure best practices in site security. 
• Manage vendor selection and contracts for security infrastructure installations, including CCTV, biometric access control, and intrusion detection systems. 
• Oversee the implementation of temporary and permanent security measures at construction sites. 
• Ensure the protection of critical infrastructure assets during all phases of construction. 
• Develop emergency response plans for construction sites, encompassing fire safety, evacuation procedures, and active threat response protocols. 
• Conduct security drills and training for construction teams and security personnel. 
• Investigate security incidents and recommend corrective actions. 
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal security regulations related to construction security. 
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure compliance with industry-specific security standards, including NIST, DHS, ISO 27001, and SOC 2. 
• Provide recommendations on security infrastructure improvements and budget planning. 
• Present security reports and project updates to management and relevant stakeholders. 
• Develop and enforce security policies for contractor and visitor access to construction sites. 
• Implement access control solutions and credentialing for contractors, subcontr