Data Center Security Specialist, Americas East DC Security
Listed on 2026-07-16
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Security
Security Management & Operations, IT Specialist, Information Security -
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Security Management & Operations, Data Science Manager, IT Specialist, Information Security
Data Center Security Specialist, Americas East DC Security
Job : | Amazon Data Services, Inc.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) serves customers and developers who rely on storage, compute, and other service capabilities. Our customers trust us to handle their data with air‑tight security measures, which we guarantee.
AWS is growing rapidly, and we are looking for a Data Center Security Specialist to join our expanding Infrastructure Operations team.
As a Data Center Security Specialist (individual contributor), you will:
- Drive operational security excellence across several facilities located within a short driving distance.
- Identify and rectify physical security gaps and deficiencies, driving immediate fixes.
- Interface with vendors for security construction, repairs, daily operations, patrols, and planning.
- Extract metrics, observe improvements, and provide data‑driven recommendations.
- Improve electronic surveillance and access controls.
- Educate data center occupants on false alarm reduction.
- Write and implement security processes and procedures.
- Produce reports, presentations, and communicate with management on the status of physical security operations.
About the team:
AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We support all data centers and infrastructure critical to customer access. The team comprises software, hardware, network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other roles that collaborate across AWS to maintain the highest safety and security standards while delivering capacity at cost efficiency.
Diverse Experiences: AWS values diverse experiences. If you do not meet all preferred qualifications, we encourage you to apply.
Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance options, employee assistance program, mental health support, flexible spending accounts, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, a 401(k) matching plan, paid time off, and parental leave. Salary is competitive and includes sign‑on payments and restricted stock units.
Basic Qualifications- 2+ years overseeing security operations and experience working with security vendors/contractors.
- Experience in security or risk‑related fields.
- 1+ years in security roles, preferably in a data center or similar environment.
- 2+ years of leadership experience.
- College degree (Bachelor’s) or background in Military, Law Enforcement, TSA Security Screening, or Correctional Facility Officer.
- 2+ years of security experience or equivalent demonstrated through work, training, military experience, or education.
Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Amazon values work‑life balance and offers flexibility and support for employees and families.
Location:
USA, GA, Covington. Hourly pay range: $28.00–$50.00 USD.
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