Description
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/.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the leading cloud provider, providing virtualized IT infrastructure to customers all over the world. AWS runs a globally distributed environment operating at massive levels of scale. Businesses, from startups to enterprises, run their operations and applications on AWS's multi‐tenant infrastructure, as well as governments, using this same technology on private infrastructure.
We are looking for a Cluster Security Manager for our private cloud infrastructure in Australia. We need someone with experience managing security of large critical installations, ideally data centres; with professional experience managing people with varying skill sets; and who can set strategy, manage budgets, lead projects, and drive improvements in our security practices and operations.
You'll lead a team of security experts, uniformed security officers, and manage the day‐to‐day security of our data centres. You'll be responsible for working with our customers and Amazon teams to develop new processes, deploy new technology, and continuously improve security of our operations.
You'll be responsible for developing, tracking, and driving our key security metrics, including program reviews and testing our security controls. You'll oversee the work of cleared and uncleared vendors, contractors, and Amazon employees, to ensure our customers' stringent security requirements are met.
As a leader in private cloud data centre security, you will engage with senior leadership across AWS and our customers, including writing and presenting documents on your ideas, operational procedures, and results.
Key job responsibilities
* Oversee and manage physical security operations for all data centre sites within assigned region
* Manage strategic operations of security vendors providing services, training, and risk assessments, including oversight of contract guard force operations
* Lead and oversee investigations for security incidents, policy violations, and other security‐related matters
* Manage access control systems and processes, ensuring proper implementation and adherence to Amazon policies and compliance requirements
* Oversee the development and implementation of security plans for unique security situations
* Conduct data analysis and create benchmarking metrics to support risk assessments, identify threats, and report security performance indicators
* Manage security audits, incident reporting, and metrics reporting to leadership, providing visibility into security program effectiveness
* Build and maintain strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance security and safety outcomes across the region
* Deliver projects on schedule and within budget constraints while maintaining security standards and operational requirements
Basic Qualifications
* Experience with physical security control and surveillance systems
* Experience in written and verbal communication with the ability to present complex technical information in a clear and concise manner to executives and non‐technical leaders
* Demonstrated track record of growth and increasing responsibility including leadership positions that require maturity, judgment, negotiation, analytics, and influence skills
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience as a strong leader who can prioritize well, communicate clearly and effectively, and influence across cross‐functional teams
* Ability to manage regionally distributed 24x7 operations to include short‐notice response to emerging operational issues
* Ability to credibly coordinate between technical teams and business stakeholders
Equal Opportunity Statement
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. We are committed to a culture of inclusion and provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
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