Physical Security Prog. Mgr, Security Program Manager

The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Data Center Operations Security Team is seeking a highly talented and motivated Security Program Manager to join our team in Frankfurt, Germany.

At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and driven people.

The position is responsible for the design, installation, and integration of security systems equipment including, but not limited to, Access Control / Intrusion Detection and CCTV Surveillance systems.

The ideal candidates for the role will be willing and able to work in all related disciplines, at all levels; from technology research to system design and layout, oversight of construction and implementation, as well as maintenance and upgrades over the life of the system. You will have an in-depth knowledge of security technology, be innovative, highly organized, and will have demonstrated the ability to deliver results on time and within budget.

The Security Program Manager (SPM) is a key member of the EMEA Security team and reports to the Cluster Security Manager in Frankfurt, Germany.

The SPM supervises the compliance of physical security standards and projects, manages Physical Security Projects, serves on cross-functional teams, and is considered one of the Subject Matter Experts in all facets of Physical Security.

The SPM's ultimate success will be measured by how they assist with the development, implementation, and commissioning of standardized security infrastructure systems for the AWS region. This is measured by agreed-upon objectives and metrics related to key areas such as the level and quality of customer service provided, access control effectiveness, and the protection of our customers' data, employees, and visitors. The position is responsible for observing Physical Security Standards and Programs that support the goals of the Global Physical Security Team while enabling the local site managers to draw related services from the team in a self-service manner.

This includes:

1. Providing technical leadership for large-scale security engineering projects, coordinating security system design specifications and change management between internal teams and external vendors.
2. Securing the compliance of physical security project standards, project Scopes of Work, budgets, and timelines.
3. Designing, developing, and implementing solutions for system installations, upgrades, repairs, and change outs.
4. Supporting security system equipment commissioning.
5. Completing the final Test and Acceptance of security systems.
6. Building and deploying training programs for all users of the physical security systems.

Key job responsibilities:

1. Designing, developing, and implementing solutions for system installations, upgrades, repairs, and change outs.
2. Ensuring compliance with physical security project standards, project Scopes of Work, budgets, and timelines.
3. Managing the installation, operation, and maintenance of regional and/or global physical security systems, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
4. Effective prioritization of tasks and seamless operation across organizational boundaries.
5. Supporting security system equipment commissioning.
6. Completing final Test and Acceptance of security systems.
7. Execution and coordination of preventative maintenance and repairs to security system equipment.
8. Building and deploying training programs for all users of physical security systems.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

5-7 years of experience in managing the operation and installation of regional and/or global physical security systems. Experience as a Physical Security Program Manager for large, complex installations is a must. Knowledge and experience with the Security Integrator Industry. Skilled in AutoCAD. Ethical standards with the ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information; judgment, discretion, and diplomacy. Skills in all Microsoft products with a special emphasis on Excel. Ability to travel 20% of the time. Ability to work at times in an industrial environment. Teamwork skills, results-oriented, high energy, and self-motivated. English & German verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

BA/BS degree. Experience in corporate security and workplace safety. Certification in either S2 or Lenel Access Control Systems. CPP, PSP, or CISSP Certification. 3 to 5 years of experience in managing security professionals or security monitoring centers desired.