Area Security Manager , Global Corporate Security
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Location: Westborough, MA 01581
Description:
Amazon Corporate Security is looking for an experienced, self-motivated, corporate security leader who embodies Amazon's Leadership Principles, in particular, Customer Obsession, Ownership, Earn Trust, and Bias for Action, to join the team as an Area Security Manager for Subsidiaries in the Eastern U.S. The Area Security Manager reports to a Regional Security Manager, who leads a team of security experts. The Area Security Manager is responsible for implementation of all elements of the Corporate Security program at all Amazon corporate locations in their area of responsibility.
The Area Security Manager supports the Regional Security Manager with delivery and oversight of the day-to-day security operations at multiple sites across multiple locations in a highly ambiguous and dynamically fluid environment. The Area Security Manager conducts security assessments, ensures that the corporate sites meet or exceed all requisite security standards, and manages incidents and supporting crisis response. Finally, the Area Security Manager provides security consultancy to local business leadership, develops plans to mitigate gaps in security controls, and manages the guarding and access control programs.
Key job responsibilities
\tDeliver best-in-class security services focused on enhancing the safety and security of all Amazon employees, contractors, and visitors.
\tManage day-to-day security operations for a diverse portfolio of sites and customers with unique requirements.
\tImplement and improve security plans, policies, and programs.
\tCoordinate security incident response.
\tRespond to customer security concerns.
\tMonitor the external threat environments in the defined area and take measures to minimize security risk to the business to the dynamic security environment.
\tSuccessfully align ACS metrics, goals, and strategic direction across the geographic area to support the overall team and organizational mission.
\tEarn trust through key customer and stakeholder engagements, and liaison with external partners.
\tBe the trusted security advisor and subject matter expert in the assigned area of responsibility, through high quality communication and excellent briefing skills.
\tCommunicate accurately and in a timely manner with stakeholders at the tactical and strategic level.
\tBuild and maintain close relationships with peers at other security functions at Amazon to exchange and share security concerns and collaborate on closing gaps and building best practices.
A day in the life
\tOversee guarding operations and hold guarding vendors accountable for the quality-of-service delivery. This includes identifying opportunities for cost efficiencies and frugality.
\tBuild relationships through coordination with internal and external security partners including local law enforcement.
\tDevelop and monitor performance metrics to track and improve individual, team, system, and site performance. Implement effective, predictable, and measurable processes and procedures to be communicated clearly among Amazon stakeholders.
\tDevelop and deliver plans, based on risk assessments, to close any potential gaps in security controls.
\tConduct site security assessments and identify trends in findings and develop and implement measures to address systemic issues.
\tPlan and lead drills, tabletop exercises, and other security readiness activities across sites.
\tManage cross-functional projects and operations. Drive team(s)/partners to meet program and/or product goals.
\tConduct initial incident investigations, triage incidents and collaborate with specialist security teams to support the customer.
\tCoordinate corporate security support to events.
\tSupport the maintenance and testing of business continuity plans.
\tConduct customer outreach and support organizational safety and security initiatives.
\tMonitor physical security device installation, commissioning checks of new buildings; and ongoing maintenance activities, including engagement with vendors.
About the team
The Global Corporate Security team drives security operations for Amazon Corporate Security at corporate sites worldwide. Divided in three regions (Americas; Asia Pacific; and Europe, Middle East, and Africa) each led by a Head of Corporate Security, Global Corporate Security is a team of security experts who work closely together to protect and secure Amazon's people and business.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Criminal Justice, Security, Law Enforcement, Business Management, Accounting, International Relations or equivalent professional experiences.
- Minimum 7 years' experience in the security field in a global corporate environment or large-sized organization (e.g. NGO, public sector, police, or military), including experience in a managerial role.
- Experience managing service providers and vendors.
- Security operations, risk management, and crisis communication.
- Writing, reviewing, and publishing security standards and standard operating procedures.
- Training development and delivery.
- Security incident investigation.
- Project Management.
- Contract management.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's Degree in Business Management or equivalent education or experience
CPP, PSP, CISSP, PMP or similar certification
Understanding of crisis operations, risk management, and crisis communication best practices
Substantive experience in physical security and technology
Experience in providing security oversight at high-rise buildings or other office settings
Experienced in corporate security for a global company
Experience writing and publishing security standards and policies
Ability to travel up to 40% of the time with little to no notice
Skilled in developing metrics and in conducting security-related trend analysis
Experience in conducting basic investigations / fact finding
Ability to design, develop, and deliver security awareness training programs
Understanding of business continuity and incident command system
Experience with the collection and analysis of threat intelligence
Skilled in the management and use of SharePoint, Tableau, Asana, Smartsheet, or other collaboration and work management software
Working knowledge of legal contracts, budgeting, and key terms
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The Area Security Manager supports the Regional Security Manager with delivery and oversight of the day-to-day security operations at multiple sites across multiple locations in a highly ambiguous and dynamically fluid environment. The Area Security Manager conducts security assessments, ensures that the corporate sites meet or exceed all requisite security standards, and manages incidents and supporting crisis response. Finally, the Area Security Manager provides security consultancy to local business leadership, develops plans to mitigate gaps in security controls, and manages the guarding and access control programs.
Key job responsibilities
\tDeliver best-in-class security services focused on enhancing the safety and security of all Amazon employees, contractors, and visitors.
\tManage day-to-day security operations for a diverse portfolio of sites and customers with unique requirements.
\tImplement and improve security plans, policies, and programs.
\tCoordinate security incident response.
\tRespond to customer security concerns.
\tMonitor the external threat environments in the defined area and take measures to minimize security risk to the business to the dynamic security environment.
\tSuccessfully align ACS metrics, goals, and strategic direction across the geographic area to support the overall team and organizational mission.
\tEarn trust through key customer and stakeholder engagements, and liaison with external partners.
\tBe the trusted security advisor and subject matter expert in the assigned area of responsibility, through high quality communication and excellent briefing skills.
\tCommunicate accurately and in a timely manner with stakeholders at the tactical and strategic level.
\tBuild and maintain close relationships with peers at other security functions at Amazon to exchange and share security concerns and collaborate on closing gaps and building best practices.
A day in the life
\tOversee guarding operations and hold guarding vendors accountable for the quality-of-service delivery. This includes identifying opportunities for cost efficiencies and frugality.
\tBuild relationships through coordination with internal and external security partners including local law enforcement.
\tDevelop and monitor performance metrics to track and improve individual, team, system, and site performance. Implement effective, predictable, and measurable processes and procedures to be communicated clearly among Amazon stakeholders.
\tDevelop and deliver plans, based on risk assessments, to close any potential gaps in security controls.
\tConduct site security assessments and identify trends in findings and develop and implement measures to address systemic issues.
\tPlan and lead drills, tabletop exercises, and other security readiness activities across sites.
\tManage cross-functional projects and operations. Drive team(s)/partners to meet program and/or product goals.
\tConduct initial incident investigations, triage incidents and collaborate with specialist security teams to support the customer.
\tCoordinate corporate security support to events.
\tSupport the maintenance and testing of business continuity plans.
\tConduct customer outreach and support organizational safety and security initiatives.
\tMonitor physical security device installation, commissioning checks of new buildings; and ongoing maintenance activities, including engagement with vendors.
About the team
The Global Corporate Security team drives security operations for Amazon Corporate Security at corporate sites worldwide. Divided in three regions (Americas; Asia Pacific; and Europe, Middle East, and Africa) each led by a Head of Corporate Security, Global Corporate Security is a team of security experts who work closely together to protect and secure Amazon's people and business.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Criminal Justice, Security, Law Enforcement, Business Management, Accounting, International Relations or equivalent professional experiences.
- Minimum 7 years' experience in the security field in a global corporate environment or large-sized organization (e.g. NGO, public sector, police, or military), including experience in a managerial role.
- Experience managing service providers and vendors.
- Security operations, risk management, and crisis communication.
- Writing, reviewing, and publishing security standards and standard operating procedures.
- Training development and delivery.
- Security incident investigation.
- Project Management.
- Contract management.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's Degree in Business Management or equivalent education or experience
CPP, PSP, CISSP, PMP or similar certification
Understanding of crisis operations, risk management, and crisis communication best practices
Substantive experience in physical security and technology
Experience in providing security oversight at high-rise buildings or other office settings
Experienced in corporate security for a global company
Experience writing and publishing security standards and policies
Ability to travel up to 40% of the time with little to no notice
Skilled in developing metrics and in conducting security-related trend analysis
Experience in conducting basic investigations / fact finding
Ability to design, develop, and deliver security awareness training programs
Understanding of business continuity and incident command system
Experience with the collection and analysis of threat intelligence
Skilled in the management and use of SharePoint, Tableau, Asana, Smartsheet, or other collaboration and work management software
Working knowledge of legal contracts, budgeting, and key terms
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.