Data Center Physical Security Manager, US ADC Data Center Security

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Description
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the leading cloud provider, delivering virtualized infrastructure, storage, networking, messaging, and many other services to customers all over the world to include the U.S. Intelligence Community (IC).

AWS is looking for an exceptional Data Center Security Manager (DCSM) with a strong track record of supporting security programs within cleared facilities, demonstrable program/project management experience, comprehensive program security knowledge, and a deep understanding of government security programs, processes, and requirements.

As a DCSM at an accredited AWS site, you will own the execution of multiple security disciplines in support of fast-moving classified operations and manage a wide array of projects designed to protect personnel, National Security Information, and critical infrastructure from external threats.

You will also be responsible for managing onsite security forces.

You must obsess over internal and external customers and successfully deliver support and services in an environment where priorities shift extremely fast.

You must be able to operate independently, manage security projects, continuously triage and prioritize accordingly, communicate clearly and compellingly, THINK BIG and outside the box, and deliver exceptional products/service.

This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and must currently possess and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance with a full scope polygraph.

Key job responsibilities
- Create, implement, communicate, and manage security requirements at a large, government accredited, multi-facility data center site while providing day-to-day multi-discipline program security operations support.
- Draft and review security documentation to include transportation plans, procedures, and CONOPs.
- Proactively identify program and physical security requirements, problems, and sound solutions to successfully sustain and enhance the security of program execution.
- Develop and strengthen relationships with internal (operations staff, engineers, teammates, etc.) and external (vendors, contractors, government staff, etc.) partners to heighten security awareness and engagement.
- Direct and manage onsite security forces to run daily security operations.
- Manage the classified material program to ensure procedures are developed and operated in accordance with internal and customer security policies and practices.
- Experience with workflow ticketing and extraction of performance metrics.
- Provide after-hours on-call management support and participate in emergent, large-scale event response when needed.
- Participate in re-occurring security audits and reviews.
- Executes established compliance processes with AWS policies, standards, guidelines and relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
- Manage the security P&L for assigned site(s), assist management with financial analysis and contribute to financial decisions for security requirements.
- Must be able to travel between local facilities.

About the team
AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure.

In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running.

We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on.

We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.

You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles.

You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers.

And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences.

Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply.

If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Why AWS?
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform.

We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious.

Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences.

Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

Mentorship & Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer.

That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony.

Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture.

When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve.


Basic Qualifications
- Current, active US Government Security Clearance of TS/SCI
- 4+ years experience acting in a Program Security Officer, Security Specialist, or a Security Manager capacity in which duties required interpreting and implementing requirements within the personnel, industrial, and physical security disciplines and overseeing security operations.
- 4+ years experience demonstrating knowledge of physical security best practices to include but not limited to: application of physical security systems, investigation techniques, management of contract security guards, and incident management.
- Experience in access control (e.g. Lenel), intrusion detection, and video surveillance systems.
- Experience overseeing security operations personnel.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong attention to detail and a proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training and experience.
- Experience with secure facility requirements along with ICDs, NISPOM, NIST standards and other government regulations related to classified program management and the handling of classified material.
- Driven to provide your internal and external customers with responsive and unparalleled support and you are dedicated to meet and fulfill the customer’s expectations.
- Desire to step outside the box and your comfort zone to take ownership of projects and domains not in your range of expertise.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers.

If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.

If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.

The base pay for this position ranges from $91,800/year in our lowest geographic market up to $196,300/year in our highest geographic market.

Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Amazon is a total compensation company.

Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits .

This position will remain posted until filled.

Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

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