Data Center Security Lead - Physical Ops & Construction

Amazon Inc.; Wharton (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. in the Houston area seeks a Data Center Security Manager to own security lifecycle from construction through full operational readiness, leading complex physical security projects and coordinating with GC, IDND, DCO/DCEO, and Security Program Managers.

Responsibilities include overseeing construction security, managing the contracted guard force, defining security strategy, ensuring AWS standards compliance, and training staff; 2+ years of security operations

Qualifications

• 2+ years overseeing security operations and working with security vendors/contractors.
• Experience with access control and CCTV systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead security preparations during construction milestones and advise the Construction Team.
• Coordinate with GC/IDND/DCO/DCEO/SPM to maintain construction boundaries and security posture.
• Manage contracted guard force, including costs, PO issuance, invoices, and SLA reviews.
• Own day-to-day physical security operations for campus sites in production.
• Define operational security strategy and ensure compliance with AWS standards.
• Provide training for new hires and other AWS staff.

Skills

Security operations oversight

Vendor/Contractor management

Access control systems

CCTV systems

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Military/Law enforcement background

Tools

Asana

Quip

Job description

Amazon Data Services, Inc. in the Houston area seeks a Data Center Security Manager to own security lifecycle from construction through full operational readiness, leading complex physical security projects and coordinating with GC, IDND, DCO/DCEO, and Security Program Managers.

Responsibilities include overseeing construction security, managing the contracted guard force, defining security strategy, ensuring AWS standards compliance, and training staff; 2+ years of security operations