The Amazon Security Special Programs Evaluations Assessments & Response (SPEAR) Team is seeking a highly talented and motivated physical security specialist to serve as the leader for the Risk team within SP2. This position is remote, and the candidate will be based anywhere globally. The position requires extensive international travel amounting to approximately 50% to ensure the delivery of this team’s mission.

The Global Risk Manager is responsible for assessing risk in existing and new compliance policies, standards, technology and training across AWS datacenters and other Amazon Security organizations. You will be focused primarily on risk related to Amazon and AWS employees, operations, assets and data. The team will build and drive risk assessments to inform and empower senior business leaders to more effectively protect their portfolios. The team will partner with key business stakeholders within AWS Security, AWS Data Center Security, and other senior business leaders in various security orgs. Knowledge and application of Amazon and AWS Global Security Policies and Standards will be key for success in this role.

The team works directly with other Amazon Security teams, Amazon Corporate Security, Amazon Fulfillment Network Security, Amazon Web Services (AWS) Physical Security Teams, AWS Management, and other partners to real-world risk and the application of physical security measures to mitigate that risk. This person reviews and is knowledgeable of new and cutting-edge technologies and security measures for possible application to the existing suite of security processes and measures to enhance the security posture across Amazon. Additionally, the team may be directed to support and lead evaluations on physical security measures under consideration by Amazon Security, and participate in the development, analysis, and improvement of physical security standards.

The ideal candidate is an experienced security specialist capable of working at all levels across the organization. The candidate must have an extensive working knowledge of physical security principles and how those relate to practical application and real-world implementation of processes and measures. This also includes experience implementing Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED), to include concepts and principles, data collection, analysis, presentations and reports, behavior and the physical (built) environment. The candidate must be experienced and skilled at planning, executing, and delivering products for our customers, both internal and external.

Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We have ten employee-led affinity groups, reaching 40,000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and host annual and ongoing learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust.

Work/Life Balance
Our team puts a high value on work-life balance. It isn’t about how many hours you spend at home or at work; it’s about the flow you establish that brings energy to both parts of your life. We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillment. We offer flexibility in working hours and encourage you to find your own balance between your work and personal lives.

Mentor-ship & Career Growth
Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentor ship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded Evaluator and enable them to take on more complex tasks in the future.


Key job responsibilities
Builds data and metric driven programs, collaborating with wider business partners to agree on, goals, objectives and performance outcomes

Creates and managing risk / resilience programs at a global level, encompassing both proactive preparedness and proportionate reactive capabilities

Conducts analytical deep dives to identify vulnerabilities and root causes leading to comprehensive risk reporting

Completes detailed threat and risk assessments, producing comprehensive risk treatment plans and recommendations

Partners and collaborating across functional lines to develop and manage business aligned standards, procedures and processes for the effective identification and mitigation of security risks

Be a self-starter with the ability to work alone

Create and document risk analysis products later used in reports for the most Senior level Amazon Security Leadership.

Remain connected with industry trends and events. Develop and maintain personal relationships with key industry personnel and manufacturers.

We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:

Virtual Location - CA5+ years of experience in Physical Security Principles, Access Control, Intrusion Detection, and video surveillance and management systems.

5+ years of experience collaborating with partner agencies/entities in order to complete the mission.

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent 10 years of experience.

Project management and delivery (PRINCE2, PMP, or equivalent certification).

Industry certification in security risk management (ASIS CPP, CSMP or equivalent)

5+ years working both horizontally and vertically across various management structures.

Ability to travel worldwide.


Meets/exceeds Amazon’s leadership principles requirements for this role.

Meets/exceeds Amazon’s functional/technical depth and complexity for this role

Experience implementing Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED).

Experience with continuous improvement cycles and analytical methodology.

Familiarity with risk, business continuity and data management platforms (BSI, Audit board etc)

Applicable physical security industry specific qualifications, certifications, and or education.

Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical individuals.










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Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $138,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $228,300/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.