Data Center Security Manager, US ADC DC Operations Security

Socket.dev; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 102,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Site Security Manager for a high-security data center campus in Aurora, CO. You will lead physical, operational, and information protection efforts for classified operations, directing onsite security teams and coordinating with government customers.

The role requires TS/SCI with polygraph eligibility, 5+ years in security management, and experience with access control, intrusion detection, and video surveillance.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph eligibility
• 5+ years in security management or equivalent in cleared facility environments
• Experience with physical security best practices and incident management
• Familiarity with ICD, NISPOM, and NIST standards for classified facilities

Responsibilities

• Direct onsite security forces and manage daily operations
• Ensure compliance with government accreditation and classifed material handling
• Coordinate with Security Program Mgmt and government customers
• Lead security design, audits, and training across site
• Oversee budgets, vendor management and security metrics

Skills

Security leadership

Security operations

Incident response

Communication

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in security

ASIS CPP/PSP/PMP or related certs

Tools

Lenel access control

Intrusion detection systems

Video surveillance systems

Job description

The US ADC Data Center Security Manager serves as the site security leader at an accredited Amazon Dedicated Cloud (ADC) data center campus. This role owns the execution of physical security, operational security, and information protection in support of classified operations at a fast-paced, mission-critical facility.

You will manage day-to-day security operations at your assigned site, direct onsite security personnel, maintain compliance with government accreditation requirements, and protect National Security Information and critical infrastructure from insider and external threats. You will operate independently, triage competing priorities, own security related projects and deliver responsive support to both internal Amazon teams and external government customers.

This position reports to the Cluster Security Manager and partners closely with Data Center Operations, Industrial Security, the Security Program Management team, and government customer security representatives.

Key job responsibilities

Site Security Operations

• Direct and manage onsite security forces to execute daily data center security operations
• Create, implement, and communicate security requirements at a large, government-accredited, multi-facility data center campus including oversight of cleared escort operations
• Perform and support the operations and maintenance of security hardware and systems deployed onsite, including access control, intrusion detection, and video surveillance
• Manage and participate in on-call rotations in support of alarm response, security incidents, escalations, and critical service outages
• Provide after-hours management support and participate in emergent event response

Program Security & Compliance

• Provide comprehensive security guidance across physical security, operational security, and information protection disciplines
• Conduct security incident investigations
• Support the classified material program to ensure procedures align with internal and customer security policies
• Execute compliance processes consistent with AWS policies, standards, guidelines, and applicable legal and regulatory requirements
• Participate in recurring security audits, inspections, and reviews conducted by internal teams and government customers
• Draft and review security documentation including notifications, standards, procedures, and concepts of operations (CONOPs)

Physical Security & Risk Mitigation

• Proactively identify physical security requirements, potential vulnerabilities, and solutions to sustain and enhance site security posture
• Plan, conduct and participate in security response drills and table top exercises
• Apply knowledge of ICD 705 (Fixed Facility SCIF Construction), ICD Chapter 7 (Intrusion Detection), Chapter 8 (Access Control), and related standards to site security operations
• Coordinate with the Security Program Management team on security design, system sustainment, UL 2050 compliance, and capital improvement projects
• Ensure security systems and controls meet accreditation standards and pass government inspection

Stakeholder Engagement & Relationships

• Develop and strengthen relationships with internal teams (operations, logistics, engineering) and external partners (vendors, contractors, government customers)
• Serve as the primary security point of contact for your assigned site, engaging both Amazon leadership and government customer security representatives
• Coordinate with Industrial Security on access eligibility and workforce compliance matters affecting site operations
• Coordinate with the Security Operations Manager on cleared escort coverage requirements and scheduling at the site level
• Heighten security awareness and engagement across all site personnel through training, communication, and visible leadership

Financial & Vendor Management

• Manage security purchase orders and contribute to financial analysis for security requirements
• Assist cluster leadership with budget decisions related to site security operations and sustainment
• Oversee contract security guard performance and ensure vendor compliance with contractual requirements
• Support the extraction of performance metrics from workflow ticketing systems to inform data-driven decisions

Basic Qualifications:

• - Current, active TS/SCI with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with polygraph
• - 5+ years of experience in a Security Specialist, Security Manager, or equivalent role requiring interpretation and implementation of physical security and operational security requirements in a government or cleared-facility environment
• - 5+ years of experience with physical security best practices including security system application, investigation techniques, contract guard management, and incident management
• - Experience with access control (e.g., Lenel), intrusion detection, and video surveillance systems
• - Knowledge of ICD, NISPOM, and NIST standards related to classified facility security and accreditation

Preferred Qualifications:

• - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a security-related field
• - Experience with project ownership, timeline communication, and independent execution
• - ASIS CPP, PSP, PMP, or other related professional certifications
• - Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective written and verbal communication
• - Driven to provide internal and external customers with responsive, high-quality support

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, 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 base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, CO, Aurora - 102,000.00 - 178,400.00 USD annually