Data Center Security Manager (Individual Contributor), DC Security, AMER East
Description For Data Center Security Manager (Individual Contributor), DC Security, AMER East
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Data Center Security Manager to join their Infrastructure Operations team. This role is crucial in maintaining the security of AWS data centers, which are fundamental to the world's most comprehensive cloud platform. The position involves managing physical security operations across multiple facilities, implementing security measures, and ensuring the protection of critical infrastructure.
The role sits within AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS), the team responsible for designing, planning, delivering, and operating all AWS global infrastructure. This is a unique opportunity to work with a diverse team of professionals including software, hardware, and network engineers, contributing to the maintenance of AWS's robust cloud infrastructure.
As a Data Center Security Manager, you'll be responsible for identifying and addressing security vulnerabilities, managing vendor relationships, implementing security protocols, and ensuring compliance with AWS's stringent security standards. You'll need to combine technical knowledge with strong leadership skills to drive security excellence across multiple facilities.
AWS offers an inclusive culture that values diverse experiences and perspectives. The company provides extensive professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and employee-led affinity groups. They emphasize work-life harmony and offer comprehensive benefits to support their employees' well-being.
This role is perfect for security professionals who are passionate about physical security, have strong analytical skills, and want to contribute to maintaining the infrastructure that powers much of the modern internet. You'll be joining a company that's at the forefront of cloud computing innovation and values continuous learning and professional growth.
Responsibilities For Data Center Security Manager (Individual Contributor), DC Security, AMER East
- Drive operational security excellence in several separate facilities
- Discover and fix physical security gaps and shortcomings
- Interface and direct vendors for security construction, repairs, and operations
- Extract metrics and analyze security data
- Improve electronic surveillance and access controls
- Direct efforts to educate data center occupants on false alarm reductions
- Write and implement security process and procedures
- Create reports and presentations for management
Requirements For Data Center Security Manager (Individual Contributor), DC Security, AMER East
- 3+ years overseeing security operations and personnel
- 2+ years in security patrolling and reporting
- 2+ years working with security vendors and contractors
- Experience with access control and video surveillance software applications
- Experience in investigating accidents, thefts, disturbances, discrepancies
- Experience writing detailed reports
Benefits For Data Center Security Manager (Individual Contributor), DC Security, AMER East
- Work-life balance
- Career development opportunities
- Mentorship programs
- Inclusive work environment
- Employee-led affinity groups
- Continuous learning opportunities
