Security Guard - Full-time, includes benefits

Change people’s lives and love what you do! Cochlear is the most recognized brand in hearing health care.

Security Guard

Position Spotlight:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Full-time position, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with a rotating Saturday schedule from 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
• Includes a comprehensive benefits package
• Prior security, law enforcement, military, or corporate security experience preferred
• Lone Tree corporate office building and/or Fulton Warehouse in Centennial
• Application deadline: June 30, 2026

About the role

Change people’s lives and love what you do at Cochlear—the most recognized brand in hearing health care—helping people hear and be heard around the world, while being part of one of Denver Business Journal’s 2026 Best Places to Work honorees in Denver. In this role, you will be based in our Americas head office in Lone Tree, CO providing security services for our Lone Tree corporate office building and/or Fulton Warehouse in Centennial.

The Security Guard is responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and professional environment for employees, visitors, contractors, and company assets at our Lone Tree corporate office building and/or Fulton Warehouse. This role includes monitoring building access, conducting patrols, responding to incidents, supporting emergency procedures, and providing excellent customer service while representing Cochlear Americas in a professional manner.

Key Responsibilities

Building & Facility Security

• Monitor and control access to the corporate office building, warehouse, parking areas, and restricted spaces.
• Verify identification and issue visitor badges according to company procedures.
• Conduct regular patrols of all floors, stairwells, lobby areas, parking facilities, and exterior grounds.
• Inspect doors, alarms, cameras, and access control systems to ensure proper operation.
• Identify and report safety hazards, suspicious activity, or security breaches.

Surveillance & Monitoring

• Monitor CCTV systems, fire alarm systems, and security monitoring platforms.
• Maintain accurate activity logs, incident reports, and daily security reports.
• Respond promptly to alarms, disturbances, and emergency situations.

Emergency Response

• Assist with evacuation procedures during emergencies, including fire alarms and medical incidents.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency responders when necessary.
• Provide basic first aid or CPR if certified and required.

Customer Service & Professional Presence

• Greet employees and visitors in a professional and courteous manner.
• Provide directions and assistance to guests and vendors.
• Enforce company policies and security procedures respectfully and consistently.

Safety & Compliance

• Support workplace safety initiatives and corporate compliance standards.
• Ensure confidential information and sensitive areas remain protected.
• Participate in security drills, training sessions, and ongoing safety programs.

Key Requirements

To add value to Cochlear in this role you'll be able to meet and demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities in your application and at interview:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior security, law enforcement, military, or corporate security experience preferred.
• Valid state security license or ability to obtain one.
• Strong observation, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations.
• Basic computer proficiency for report writing and monitoring systems.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout a multi-level facility.
• Ability to climb stairs and conduct continuous patrols.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions.

Total Rewards

In addition to the opportunity to develop your knowledge and grow professionally, we offer competitive wages and benefits.

• Pay Range in the United States: $20.00 - $25.00 based upon experience, as well as an annual bonus opportunity of 5% of base salary. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
• Benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance as well as 401(K) matching with immediate vesting, Paid Time Off, tuition reimbursement, maternity and paternity leave, Employee Stock Purchase Plan and pet insurance.

Who are we?

Human needs have always been our inspiration, ever since Professor Graeme Clark set out to create the first multi-channel cochlear implant because he saw his father struggle with hearing loss. We always start with people in mind – thinking about their needs.

For this reason, our products, services and support will continue to evolve and improve. We are by our customers’ side through the entire hearing journey, so they can experience a life full of hearing. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives and working in an organization where they can be part of bringing the mission to life each day.

Physical & Mental Demands

The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the individual is regularly required to be in a stationary (seated/standing) position; utilize business technology for work product delivery, communicate orally and in writing with others internal or external to the organization, utilize problem solving/critical thinking skills to discern and convey information.  May be asked to occasionally transport/move up to 30 pounds, depending on the position. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus. The individual is regularly required to utilize comprehension, critical thinking, communication, problem solving, organization reasoning, relating to others and discernment of items such as product specifications, procedures and processes to customers (whether internal or external).  Influence, organization/classification of information and planning are also required.

The work environment is an office/warehouse environment. This is representative of the environment an individual may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

Apply now by completing your application form online. Applicants must meet the job specific application criteria to be considered. Visit our careers site at www.cochlear.us/careers to learn more.  

Cochlear Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.  If you require accommodation with completing the online application, please contact us via web or phone at 303-264-2549.