Security Program Manager

Security Program ManagerAmazon Web Services (AWS) serves customers and developers who rely on storage, compute, and our other service capabilities. AWS Data Center Security is seeking a highly talented and motivated Security Program Manager to join our team. The candidate will have the ability to manage complex security initiatives, delivering critical solutions, while implementing significant improvements, new mechanisms, or deprecating processes that are no longer needed. The role is responsible for the design, installation and full lifecycle of physical security systems, including Access Control/Intrusion Detection and CCTV Surveillance systems as well as overall security policy and program management. These efforts require working with multiple teams in and/or across organizations.You will be accountable for the overall strategy of multiple large security programs and will successfully manage all stages (from concept to delivery) to meet challenging business goals and/or shows measurable improvements in customer experience, business or employee efficiency or execution, compliance adherence, financial or other metrics, etc. You will also be responsible for the continuous review of existing security standards and to stay abreast of new industry developments that will enhance the physical security footing of AWS data centers and collocations to find opportunities to raise the security bar and drive down costs.You will work directly with the Cluster Security Managers, Regional Security Managers, Data Center Security Managers, the Operations Team and other customers, both internal and external, to integrate business requirements into physical security system design and implementation. Your work will include supporting the design and deployment of physical security packages and security program enhancements for AWS data centers in your assigned portfolio.The ideal candidate for the role will be willing and able to work across multiple disciplines, at all levels; from physical security system design and layout, construction and implementation as well as oversee system maintenance and upgrades over the life of multiple projects. You will have an in-depth knowledge of security technology, be innovative, highly organized and know how to deliver results on time and on budget. The role may involve travel and your ability to work autonomously is essential. You are able to solve ambiguous problems, proactively identify existing or imminent security vulnerabilities, and apply mitigation strategies to reduce overall risk. You must understand and effectively apply program-management and project-management best practices.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. 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.