Senior Export Compliance Manager, AWS Global Export Compliance, AWS Compliance & Security Assurance

Amazon Web Services, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Export Compliance Manager to lead innovative compliance solutions. In this dynamic role, you will drive export control implementations while collaborating with diverse teams. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, project management experience, and a deep understanding of export regulations. This position offers the opportunity to shape compliance programs and improve processes in a fast-paced environment. Join a team that values diverse experiences and fosters a culture of continuous learning and work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Career Development Resources

Diversity and Inclusion Events

Work-Life Balance Initiatives

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in export compliance in a global corporate environment.
• Extensive knowledge of US export regulations including EAR & ITAR.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic expertise on US and global export regulations.
• Develop and implement strategic compliance processes and solutions.

Skills

Export Compliance

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MBA or Related Advanced Degree

Tools

SNAP-R

DECCS

Job description

Do you see compliance as a business enabler? Do you have a passion for emerging technologies and complex problem solving? Do you enjoy building innovative compliance solutions? Are you passionate about creating the future of export compliance?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) continues to expand its global presence and customer facing services and we are looking for a highly motivated Export Compliance Manager to drive export controls implementations.

The candidate must possess strong analytical skills and be comfortable working autonomously in a highly demanding and often ambiguous environment. The position requires an individual with strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills. This candidate must be highly organized and be able to prioritize effectively.

The successful candidate is an innovative compliance professional experienced in building export control compliance programs, have strong written and verbal communication skills, and have the ability to dive deep into complex problem solving. The role will help drive and scale the export controls program through innovative process development, engaging cross-functional teams that span a broad range of stakeholders, including development teams and senior leadership. The candidate will have strong program / project management skills, must have a passion for new challenges, be creative, self-directed, and a great team player. In this role, you will drive continuous process improvement, and collaborate effectively to solve problems and develop requirements for new compliance solutions.

You will need to be the kind of leader who can build, communicate clearly, and have a consistent track record of delivery. You will need to be able to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment, and help create simple solutions to meet your program goals.

Key job responsibilities

Provide strategic expertise on US and global export regulations and advise internal business customers on compliance program initiatives

Develop and implement strategic compliance processes and solutions to manage and maintain US & Global export regulatory compliance and drive continuous improvements

Export jurisdiction and classification of dual-use items (EAR)

Monitor regulatory changes and complete impact analyses

Create metrics for management reporting

Drive process improvement and compliance implementation projects

Own leadership communications to stakeholder teams and executive leadership

Innovate control mechanisms to best meet business goals and compliance requirements

About the team

Diverse Experiences

Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the 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.

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.

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.

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 flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience
• 7+ years’ experience in export compliance in a global corporate environment
• Extensive knowledge of US export regulations including EAR & ITAR
• Experience using SNAP-R & DECCS

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MBA or related advanced degree
• 10+ years’ experience in export compliance in a global corporate environment
• Experience working with research and development teams to determine applicable export controls, classification for hardware, software, technology, and control plan implementation
• Experience with non-US export regulations (EU, APAC, etc.)
• Track record of taking ownership and driving results
• Strong attention to detail, and the ability to self-start and self-motivate
• Experience in working with technology and automation to develop innovative solutions
• Ability to mine and analyze data for reporting
• Ability to travel as needed

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.