Construction security assurance officer, data centre security

Job ID: 10386048 | Amazon Corporate Services Pty Ltd

Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be eligible to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance with the ability to successfully complete an Organisational Suitability Assessment. For more information regarding security clearances please visit https://www.agsva.gov.au/.

AWS Infrastructure Operations – Physical Security is seeking a Project Security Officer to manage and deliver project security requirements on an upcoming data centre construction project.

• Serve as the primary security liaison, maintaining daily communication with Regional Security Manager, Data Centre Security Manager, client security representatives, certifying authorities and other relevant personnel.
• Provide comprehensive security oversight throughout the construction phase, ensuring delivery of fit‐for‐purpose and certifiable facilities through attendance at security assurance hold and witness point inspections.
• Compile and submit security assurance reports to the AWS Security Assurance Team; document and track security‐related issues and incidents.
• Appropriately manage, respond to and record any security issues or incidents occurring throughout the construction phase as per the Security Response Plan.
• Monitor and maintain compliance with project security requirements, proactively identifying potential security risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate meetings with clients, resolve issues, and report on matters relating to security compliance.
• Maintain high‐level detail orientation and a meticulous, process‐driven approach.
• Understand the Australian Government's Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF).

• Experience in physical security.
• Experience in security management.
• At least 2 years experience in a Physical Security Operations position.

• Experience in a fast‐paced, high‐tech company or completing complex tasks quickly with little to no guidance.
• Experience working with customers to deliver exceptional service.
• Experience owning projects, communicating timelines, and executing independently.
• Construction understanding and methods.
• Experience working in a high‐security environment.

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