DescriptionAmazon Web Services (AWS) is the leading cloud provider of virtualized infrastructure, storage, networking, messaging, and many other services all over the world. Our customers trust us to handle their data with air-tight security measures, which is something that we guarantee.The AWS Data Center Security team is looking for a creative, innovative, results-oriented program manager in the Northern Virginia/Greater Washington D.C area to lead security and security-systems projects and programs in the data center environment. The ideal candidate will be able to contribute to a collaborative and productive environment with a strong service-oriented culture among multiple diverse and highly skilled teams of project and program managers. These teams are responsible for the design, installation, and evolution of physical security systems and programs to include intrusion detection, access control/management, CCTV, screening, emergency response, etc.A successful candidate will have the ability to manage difficult and interdependent projects with a regional impact. You will be responsible for enabling the interpretation of Threat Assessments and AWS Physical Security Standards to assure the proper security mitigations are selected and implemented to meet the unique challenges in each area. You will be responsible for collaborating cross-functionally to assure each data center meets the high standards AWS sets for physical security. You must also ensure local security teams have the technical knowledge and resources necessary to meet the ongoing physical security mission.Key job responsibilities
Project Management for physical security systems related to new construction, expansion, and retrofit projects.
Preparation of physical security project lifecycle management including bid packages, specifications, drawings, code compliance, vendor management, budget, change orders, and close-out documentation.
Contemporary knowledge of emerging physical security technologies to assess their applicability within the AWS physical security program.
Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) support for leadership to make strategic decisions regarding technology and procedure.
Balance performance metrics such as physical security system installation vendor service delivery performance, actual spend vs. budget variance, cost reduction goal attainment, post installation defect rates, physical security program analysis, etc.
Manage vendors for the on-boarding, RFQ, bid, contract, QA/QC, and support processes.
Effectively and accurately manage multi-million dollar budgets for infrastructure projects and initiatives.
Collaborate across teams and provide support for global initiatives.
About the teamHere at AWS, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We have ten employee-led affinity groups, reaching 40,000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and we host annual and ongoing learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and Amazon (gender diversity) conferences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust.We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Chantilly, VA, USABasic Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent
5+ years’ experience in physical security project management.
5+ years' experience in Security Operations experience in technology, manufacturing, or similar industries, to include access control systems, CCTV, and defense in depth strategies.
Preferred Qualifications
BA/BS degree or higher in related field.
Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical individuals regarding physical security standards and system designs.
Experience in the delivery of physical security projects or programs within an enterprise setting.
Demonstrated ability to brief on a tactical level, both technical and non-technical, and speak to nuances unique to the physical security space.
Background in any of the following: Physical Security Design, Security Systems Deployment, Physical Security Operations, Security Architecture, Construction Management
Proficient in AutoCAD and/or physical security designs.
Demonstrated ability to successfully influence stakeholders without formal authority, leading cross functional teams across geographies and business units
PSP, CPP, PMP Certification.
Training in Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED).
Continuous improvement/Six Sigma familiarity
Certification or experience with Lenel Access Control System.
Passion for security, curiosity to dive deep into Amazon’s suite of technical products and commitment to learning and expanding technical knowledge.
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.