Data Center Physical Security Specialist, AMER-SW Data Center Security
Amazon Data Services, Inc.•3h ago
United StatesOnsite$24–$42Full-time
H-1B verified · 2310 LCAs
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- Amazon Web Services (AWS) serves customers and developers who rely on storage, compute
- our other service capabilities. Our customers trust us to handle their data with air-tight security measures
- is something that we guarantee. We are looking for a Data Center Security Specialist to join our expanding Data Center Operations team. Our ideal candidate is detail-oriented, innovative
- professional. They have a passion for delighting customers, teamwork
- continuous improvement. The Data Center Security Specialist role encompasses oversight of contract employee deliverables and collaboration with Data Center Managers in order to devise security strategies, achieve financial targets
- to improve the overall operational security within our Data Centers. They will report to the Area Security Manager responsible for their Data Center Campus. Key job responsibilities Coordinate the activities of a professional contract guard force and oversee vendor deliverables at your assigned site or campus Track service delivery against established SLAs and escalate corrective actions to senior team members as needed Conduct inspections, audits
- walkthroughs to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with AWS security standards and policies Interface with vendors to coordinate system repairs, preventative maintenance
- new security construction Foster relationships with data center stakeholders to educate on security procedures and reduce false alarms Review and approve operational work activities that potentially affect physical security Provide guidance and support to vendors in the absence of SOPs or in situations that require escalation Extract metrics and analyze data to observe trends and drive improvements in security operations Collaborate with data center operations, colocation providers
- partner teams to accomplish operational consistency Support the development and implementation of security processes and procedures Travel between local sites as needed, up to 50% of the workweek A day in the life As a Data Center Security Specialist, no two days are the same — but each one starts with keeping our customers' data safe. You'll begin your day reviewing overnight security activity, triaging operational tickets
- checking in with the contract guard force. Mid-morning might involve a site walkthrough to inspect access control points, cameras
- perimeter security — identifying anything that needs repair or attention. You'll coordinate with vendors on maintenance tickets and track open work orders against SLAs. After lunch, you might join a meeting with data center operations to align on an upcoming construction project or walk a new build site with security design standards in mind. You'll review alarm data to spot trends in false activations and work with stakeholders on reduction strategies. By the end of the day, you're documenting findings, updating metrics trackers
- preparing notes for your Area Security Manager. Some days will take you across multiple sites on your campus. Throughout it all, you're the on-the-ground expert making sure physical security standards are met and our customers can trust that their data is protected. About the team AWS Data Center Security (DCSEC) is responsible for protecting the physical infrastructure that powers the world's most trusted cloud. Our team operates at the intersection of technology and physical security — managing everything from access controls and surveillance systems to vendor operations and incident response across a global footprint. We are a tight-knit group that values collaboration, continuous improvement
- ownership. You'll work alongside Data Center Security Managers, operations teams
- partner organizations who all share the same mission: keep our customers' data safe, every hour of every day. Here 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 host annual and ongoing learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences. Amazon's culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles
- remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious
- Experience with various Access/Intrusion control Systems in a Control room environment
- Experience collecting, analyzing
- utilizing data to drive process and system improvements 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. The starting pay for this position is listed below. Final starting pay will be based on factors including experience, qualifications
- location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits . USA, AZ, Glendale - 24.00 - 42.00 USD hourly
Required skills
Access ControlIntrusion DetectionData Analysis