Security Program Manager, Security Program Manager; AWS

Security Program Manager, Security Program Manager

Job  | Amazon Data Services, Inc.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the leading cloud provider of virtualized infrastructure, storage, networking, messaging, and many other services all over the world. Our customers trust us to handle their data with air‑tight security measures, which is something that we guarantee.

The AWS Data Center Security team is looking for a creative, innovative, results‑oriented program manager in the Fairless Hills, PA area to lead security and security‑systems projects and programs in the data center environment. The ideal candidate will contribute to a collaborative and productive environment with a strong service‑oriented culture among multiple diverse and highly skilled teams of project and program managers.

Responsibilities include:

interpreting Threat Assessments and AWS Physical Security Standards, collaborating cross‑functionally to ensure every data center meets high security standards, and ensuring local security teams have the technical knowledge and resources necessary to meet ongoing physical security missions.

• Project Management for physical security systems related to new construction, expansion, and retrofit projects.
• Preparation of physical security project lifecycle management including bid packages, specifications, drawings, code compliance, vendor management, budget, change orders, and close‑out documentation.
• Contemporary knowledge of emerging physical security technologies to assess their applicability within the AWS physical security program.
• Provide SME support for leadership to make strategic decisions regarding technology and procedure.
• Balance performance metrics such as physical security system installation vendor service delivery performance, actual spend vs. budget variance, cost reduction goal attainment, post‑installation defect rates, and physical security program analysis.
• Manage vendors for onboarding, RFQ, bid, contract, QA/QC, and support processes.
• Effectively and accurately manage multi‑million dollar budgets for infrastructure projects and initiatives.
• Collaborate across teams and provide support for global initiatives.

About the team: AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles, collaborating to deliver the highest standards for safety and security.

• Experience acting as a Program Security Officer, Security Specialist, or Security Manager with duties including interpreting and implementing requirements within the personnel, industrial, and physical security disciplines and overseeing security operations.
• 5+ years’ experience in physical security project management.
• 5+ years' experience in Security Operations experience in technology, manufacturing, or similar industries, to include access control systems, CCTV, and defense in depth strategies.

• BA/BS degree or higher in related field.
• Ability to communicate/brief both technical and non‑technical individuals regarding physical security standards and system designs.
• Experience in the delivery of physical security projects or programs within an enterprise setting.
• Background in any of the following:
  Physical Security Design, Security Systems Deployment, Physical Security Operations, Security Architecture, Construction Management.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and/or physical security designs.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully influence stakeholders without formal authority, leading cross‑functional teams across geographies and business units.
• PSP, CPP, PMP Certification;
  Training in Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED); certification or experience with Lenel Access Control System.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Base salary range for this position is $80,000.00 – $ USD annually. Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.