Referring now to the accompanying drawing figures wherein like reference numerals denote like elements throughout the various views, one or more embodiments of a security system and method for data centers are shown. In the embodiments shown and described herein, the system and method include an electronic key and a security device. Security devices suitable for use with the electronic keys include, but are not limited to, security devices for various types of fixtures, such as server racks for storing various types and quantities of computer and/or network equipment or components, such as for example, servers, computers, hard drives, media storage, routers, hubs, network switches, etc. The server rack may define an enclosure that is configured to secure various computer and/or network equipment or components that is only configured to be accessed by authorized personnel, such as described in the following embodiments. Of course, embodiments of the present invention are applicable to any number of security devices for securing various items from theft, including those other than with respect to data centers. Embodiments of the present invention may provide security devices for protecting equipment from theft in a data center environment that may include valuable data as well as providing various data regarding accesses or attempted accesses to the equipment. Moreover, although some embodiments disclosed herein are directed to use of security devices with cabinets, it is understood that any variety of fixtures may be used that are configured to house or otherwise secure items to be secured.