Project Security Officer, Data Centre Security

Amazon; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon's AWS Infrastructure Operations – Physical Security is seeking exceptional Project Security Officers to manage and deliver project security on a forthcoming data centre project. These roles are site-based and focus on aligning with the project security plan and client requirements.

The role requires Australian citizenship or eligibility for government clearance, with the ability to obtain an Organisational Suitability Assessment.

Qualifications

• Must be Australian citizen and eligible for Australian Government Security Clearance.
• Ability to obtain Organisational Suitability Assessment.
• Experience in construction security oversight or related field is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the AWS primary security liaison with Regional Security Manager and client reps.
• Provide security oversight during construction to ensure fit-for-purpose facilities.
• Document and track security issues and incidents per the Security Response Plan.
• Monitor compliance with project security requirements and mitigate risks.

Skills

Security liaison

Security compliance

Stakeholder communication

PSPF knowledge

Job description

Project Security Officer, Data Centre Security

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/)

AWS Infrastructure Operations – Physical Security are looking for exceptional Project Security Officer’s to assist with the management and delivery of project security requirements on an upcoming project.

These are site-based roles, responsible for assisting our project team to manage physical security, in line with client security requirements and the project security plan.

You must obsess over internal and external customers and successfully deliver support and services in an environment where priorities shift extremely fast. You must be able to operate independently to manage security projects, continuously triage and prioritize accordingly, communicate clearly and compellingly (without PowerPoint), Think Big and outside the box, and Deliver Results.

Key job responsibilities

• Serve as the AWS primary security liaison maintaining daily communication with Regional Security Manager, Data Centre Security Manager, client security representatives, certifying authorities and other relevant personnel.
• Provide comprehensive security oversight throughout the construction phase, ensuring delivery of fit-for-purpose and certifiable facilities through attendance at security assurance Hold and Witness Point inspections.
• Collation of security assurance reports to the AWS Security Assurance Team. Document and track security-related issues and incidents.
• Appropriate management, response and recording of any security issues or incidents occurring throughout the construction phase as per the Security Response Plan.
• Monitor and maintain compliance with project security requirements, proactively identifying potential security risks and implementing mitigation strategies throughout the construction phase.
• Ability to facilitate meetings with clients, resolve issues, and report on matters relating to security compliance.
• Bring high-level attention to detail, and a meticulous, process driven approach.
• Understanding of the Australian Government’s Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF)
• This position requires the candidate to maintain relevant security clearances and accreditations as per project requirements. Experience in construction security oversight or related field is highly desirable.

A day in the life

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/) before reaching out to the hiring team to learn more about this position.

About the team

The team is comprised of security professionals with a cross section of national security, law enforcement, 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. We believe that there are no "perfect" security solutions and we develop and iterate using a continuous improvement process.

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.

• Experience in physical security best practices including application of physical security systems, investigation techniques, management of contract security guards and incident management
• Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities, or experience in managing and troublshooting network