Personnel Security Specialist, AWS Security

Amazon; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Personnel Security Specialist to join their AWS Security team. This role involves managing security clearance processes and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance personnel security programs. You will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance and efficiency in security operations while supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. With a focus on innovation and continuous improvement, this position offers the opportunity to work alongside industry-leading experts in a dynamic and supportive culture. If you are passionate about security and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Training and career growth opportunities

Work-life balance initiatives

Diversity and inclusion programs

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in sensitive security programs.
• Demonstrated experience in a government setting.

Responsibilities

• Process personnel security clearances and maintain security documentation.
• Contribute to the development of personnel security programs.

Skills

Government Security Frameworks

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Cyber Security or related field

Certificate IV in Government Security

Job description

Personnel Security Specialist, AWS Security

Job ID: 2834823 | Amazon Australia Company Pty Ltd

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the leading cloud service provider, providing virtualised infrastructure, storage, networking, messaging, and many other services to customers all over the world. AWS runs a globally distributed environment, operating at massive levels of scale. Businesses, from start-ups to enterprises to large government customers, run their operations and applications on AWS’ highly secure infrastructure.

The AWS Personnel Security (PerSec) team is responsible for managing security clearance and vetting activities for AWS employees supporting programs, including continual assessments on suitability. As a Personnel Security Analyst, you will join a team of industry-leading security experts working with customer representatives to operate and continuously improve industry-leading personnel security programs and processes.

The AWS Security team requires innovative thinking that is balanced with a strong customer focus on quality and execution. You will have a strong track record of leading and supporting security programs, demonstrable program/project management experience, comprehensive knowledge of government clearance (e.g. AGSVA) process and reporting requirements, and a deep understanding of government security programs and processes (including securely on-boarding program staff). You will 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 lead and manage personnel security projects, continuously triage and prioritise accordingly, communicate clearly and compellingly.

Key job responsibilities

1. Process and review personnel security clearances and maintain all security documentation, files, and clearance and suitability rosters in accordance with government requirements.
2. Contribute to the development and evolution of personnel security programs, ensuring they are operating in accordance with internal teams and external customers security policies and practices.
3. Generate, track and report security metrics and activities.
4. Monitor processes and drive improvements in efficiency and quality of our personnel security programs.
5. Interface regularly with AWS stakeholders and government customers to support clearance activities.

Hold or be able to attain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency clearance (see https://www1.defence.gov.au/security/clearances).

A day in the life
A typical day in the life of a Personnel Security Specialist begins with supporting the Personnel Security team by processing security clearances, travel notifications, and other PerSec activities, ensuring all necessary protocols are followed meticulously. Throughout the day, you will actively identify ways to invent and simplify processes and procedures, streamlining operations for increased efficiency. You will also dedicate time to creating comprehensive reports on PerSec data and metrics, providing valuable insights to stakeholders for informed decision-making. Additionally, you will offer advice on straightforward PerSec issues to stakeholders, leveraging their expertise to address concerns effectively. You will conduct security briefings and training sessions to educate staff on best practices and compliance measures. Managing a PerSec mailbox is another crucial aspect of your day, ensuring timely responses and resolution of security-related inquiries and requests. Overall, the personnel security specialist plays a vital role in maintaining a secure and compliant environment while actively contributing to process improvement and stakeholder support.

About the team
Diverse Experiences
Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Why Amazon Security
At Amazon, security is central to maintaining customer trust and delivering delightful customer experiences. Our organization is responsible for creating and maintaining a high bar for security across all of Amazon’s products and services. We offer talented security professionals the chance to accelerate their careers with opportunities to build experience in a wide variety of areas including cloud, devices, retail, entertainment, healthcare, operations, and physical stores.

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

Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve.

Inclusive Team Culture
In Amazon Security, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences inspire us to continue learning and to embrace our uniqueness. Addressing the toughest security challenges requires that we seek out and celebrate a diversity of ideas, perspectives, and voices.

Training and Career growth
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, training, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

1. Minimum of 4 years of experience working on sensitive, high security programs, projects or environments
2. Demonstrated experience as an analyst or similar in a government setting
3. Proficient with government security frameworks, policies and standards (e.g. PSPF, ISM, DSPF. ASD Essential Eight)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Degree or equivalent experience in (Cyber Security, IT Security Management, Government Security, Personnel Security, Security Risk Management) a related security field
2. Certificate IV in Government Security (Personnel Vetting)
3. An entrepreneurial spirit; a passion to improve at every opportunity

Acknowledgement of country:
In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.

IDE statement:
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other legally protected attributes.

Posted: January 10, 2025 (Updated 3 days ago)