About the Job
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is looking to hire a highly motivated, best-in-class Cluster Security Manager to manage the physical security at our data centers. You will be responsible for managing the on-site operational physical security of our data centers and will have a thorough knowledge of access control systems and processes, guard force management, contract management, vendor management, risk assessment & management, reporting security metrics, security audits, and incident reporting. You will also need to understand and maintain compliance requirements with standards such as SOC1, SOC2, and ISO27001.
Ready to apply for roles like this?
Unlock the company name and direct application link. Subscribers get instant access to fresh jobs across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Riyadh, many with visa support.
Unlock employer & apply directly
You will be required to:
- Implement new processes and adhere to existing Amazon policies and procedures related to security guarding, media security, CCTV monitoring, and the protection of customer data.
- Work closely with other Amazon teams to deliver tight project schedules on time and within budget.
- Communicate status updates and ensure adherence to tight schedules and deadlines.
- Possess exceptional people management skills, building relationships with internal and external partners to maintain and enhance the security and safety of Amazon.
- Coordinate physical security (security services, access control and CCTV systems, site surveys), investigations, and risk/threat assessments.
- Supervise employees and contractors performing specific security and safety objectives and monitor vendor performance and expenses.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the daily operations of the vendors providing services, training, and risk assessment; conduct investigations of Code of Conduct and other violations as needed.
- Collaborate with other teams within Amazon (Data Center Engineering, Data Center Operations, etc.) and outside of Amazon (Vendors, Emergency Services, etc.) as they relate to daily operations.
- Develop security plans for on-site special events and other unique security situations to ensure proper access control and evacuation procedures are followed.
- Perform data analysis and create benchmarking to support risk assessments and threat identification.
- Partner with Data Center Engineering and other Amazon business units to identify safety and security deficiencies and develop customized policies and procedures to gain compliance with internal and external regulations.
- Work with peers in other geographic regions and travel as required by Amazon.
Basic Qualifications
- Must be a Saudi Arabian/GCC national.
- 10+ years of security operations experience with 5+ years in a leadership role and extensive corporate and/or infrastructure security experience.
- Experience designing and implementing investigative tactics, including interviewing and documentation.
- Significant experience in conducting risk assessments, risk management, planning, and auditing.
- High ethical standards, excellent problem-solving skills, discretion, and diplomacy.
Preferred Qualifications
- BA/BS or higher degree, with a strong academic record preferred.
- CPP, CISSP, PSP, PMP Certification.
- Considerable knowledge of laws and practices of investigations, security-related matters, and workplace safety.
- Considerable knowledge of current security technology, including access control, CCTV, identification, and special applications.
- Experience in working with overseas partners.
