Data Center Security Specialist, AMER Southwest
Amazon Data Services, Inc.•5h ago
United StatesOnsiteFull-timeMid Level2+ yrs exp
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- Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Data Center Security Manager (DSM) to support physical security operations for a new data center campus in the Houston, TX area. This is a unique opportunity to own the security lifecycle from construction through full operational readiness. The DSM is responsible for every aspect of security operations, has cluster and regional influence
- leads complex physical security projects. Key job responsibilities
- Lead security preparations during all construction milestones, act as a security advisor for the Construction Team
- Coordinate with General Contractors (GC), Infrastructure Delivery (IDND), DCO/DCEO, and Security Program Managers (SPM) to maintain construction boundaries and security posture.
- Build Contracted Guard Force post orders, guard force hours, and security boundaries for construction sites, adapting to a continuously changing space.
- Own day-to-day physical security operations for assigned campus sites once transitioned to production environment.
- Manage the site Contract Guard Force (CGF), including determining operational costs, issuing purchase orders, reviewing/approving invoices, tracking SLA fines
- conducting weekly meetings with CGF leadership — seeking the right balance between security and cost efficiency.
- Define operational security strategy, standards, and priorities for the assigned area.
- Ensure compliance with AWS Global Physical Security Standards
- Participate in recruiting efforts, train and mentor New hires and peers.
- Identify, discuss, and bring forward issues and ideas to senior leadership levels.
- Provide physical security and awareness training for other AWS departments, vendors, and colocations.
- Contribute to developing strategic goals for the cluster; work may have regional impact.
- 2+ years of overseeing security operations and working with security vendors/contractors experience - Experience with access control and CCTV systems
- College Degree (Bachelors) or Background in one or more of: Military (Career/Military Police/Military Special Operations Forces), Law Enforcement with Arrest Authority (Police Academy Graduate), TSA Security Screening, Correctional Facility Officer - Project management experience, including use of tracking tools (e.g., Asana, Quip) for managing security projects and deliverables - 1+ year Leadership experience Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability
- 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.
Required skills
Security OperationsAccess ControlCCTVProject Management