Amazon Web Services (AWS) is looking to hire a highly motivated, customer-obsessed Data Center Security Manager to provide hands-on support to our Data Center Infrastructure Operations team across the Frankfurt Cluster.
As a Data Center Security Manager, you will be tasked with running day-to-day data center security operations, supporting and executing security projects and programs, as well as assuring audit compliance with AWS policies and procedures.
Key job responsibilities
Direct and manage contract guard force to run daily data center operations.
Handle site security incidents, escalations or any other security related issues.
Provide after-hours on-call management support and participate in emergent, large scale event response when needed.
Participate in re-occurring data center security audits and reviews.
Executes established compliance processes with AWS policies, standards, guidelines and relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
Provides input on, and may develop security methodologies, policies and procedures.
Write reports and communicate with management on the status of physical security operations.
Oversee new security construction or retrofit projects.
Manage the security P&L for assigned site(s), assist management with financial analysis and contribute to financial decisions for security requirements.
Collaborate with other teams to protect AWS Data Center personnel, information and assets.
We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply as we focus on talented people who are motivated to learn and be successful in our growing industry. The successful applicant will receive comprehensive onboard training as well as continuous support from a local and regional security team. You will also have opportunities to collaborate and engage with various teams across the globe.
Drive campaigns to reduce nuisance alarms
Experience with workflow ticketing and extraction of performance metrics
Investigate accidents, thefts, disturbances, discrepancies
Oversee physical security sub contractors that provide guards, electronic security systems, door construction, door repair, fencing, and access controls
Distill overarching security strategy into daily tactics to reach management goals
Oversee security construction projects
Teach others the proper security processes and methods
A day in the life
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is looking to hire a highly motivated, customer-obsessed professional to provide hands-on support to our Data Center Infrastructure Operations team across the Frankfurt Cluster. (Data Center Security Manager)
As a DSM, you will be tasked with running day-to-day data center security operations, supporting and executing security projects and programs, as well as assuring audit compliance with AWS policies and procedures.
About the team
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. You’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply as we focus on talented people who are motivated to learn and be successful in our growing industry. The successful applicant will receive comprehensive onboard training as well as continuous support from a local and regional security team. You will also have opportunities to collaborate and engage with various teams across the globe.
- Experience managing multiple complex projects and adapting to change
- Experience using computers and Microsoft Office tools such as Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience using data and metrics to improve processes and customer satisfaction
- Experience with physical security best practices which includes the application of physical security systems, investigation techniques and management of contract security guards
- Ability to walk a facility and observe security gaps in physical barriers, security officer procedure, policies, surveillance equipment, and alarm points
- Experience with data analysis and basic Excel skills
- Knowledge of project management tools and software
- ASIS or an Physical Security certification
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