Key job responsibilities
Process and review personnel security clearances and maintain all security documentation, files, and clearance and suitability rosters in accordance with government requirements.
Contribute to the development and evolution of personnel security programs, ensuring they are operating in accordance with internal teams and external customers security policies and practices.
Generate, track and report security metrics and activities.
Monitor processes and drive improvements in efficiency and quality of our personnel security programs.
Interface regularly with AWS stakeholders and government customers to support clearance activities.
A day in the life
A typical day in the life of a Personnel Security Specialist begins with supporting the Personnel Security team by processing security clearances, travel notifications, and other PerSec activities, ensuring all necessary protocols are followed meticulously.
Throughout the day, you will actively identify ways to invent and simplify processes and procedures, streamlining operations for increased efficiency.
You will also dedicate time to creating comprehensive reports on PerSec data and metrics, providing valuable insights to stakeholders for informed decision-making.
Additionally, you will offer advice on straightforward PerSec issues to stakeholders, leveraging their expertise to address concerns effectively.
You will conduct security briefings and training sessions to educate staff on best practices and compliance measures.
Managing a PerSec mailbox is another crucial aspect of your day, ensuring timely responses and resolution of security-related inquiries and requests.
Overall, the personnel security specialist plays a vital role in maintaining a secure and compliant environment while actively contributing to process improvement and stakeholder support.
About the team
AWS values diverse experiences.
Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply.
If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying.
At Amazon, security is central to maintaining customer trust and delivering delightful customer experiences.
Our organization is responsible for creating and maintaining a high bar for security across all of Amazon's products and services.
We offer talented security professionals the chance to accelerate their careers with opportunities to build experience in a wide variety of areas including cloud, devices, retail, entertainment, healthcare, operations, and physical stores.
The team is comprised of security professionals with a cross section of national security and private sector experience, providing a range of perspectives required for creative problem solving.
We value diversity of thought, creativity, and a strong Bias for Action and Earn Trust.
We believe that there are no "perfect" security solutions and we develop and iterate using a continuous improvement process.
We value work-life harmony.
Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture.
AWS values curiosity and connection.
Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique.
Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams.
Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.
We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer.
That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Qualifications
Hold or be able to attain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency clearance.
Experience engaging, verbally and in writing, with internal and external stakeholders to convey complex ideas in a clear, concise manner.
Proficient with government security frameworks, policies and standards (e.g. PSPF, ISM, DSPF, ASD Essential Eight).
Bachelor's degree, or 4+ years of security, compliance and risk management experience.
Acknowledgement of country
In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community.
We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
IDE statement
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Accommodation
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