Security Program Manager, Dc Security

Amazon Web Services (Aws); Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A global cloud service provider is seeking a Physical Security Program Manager in Cape Town, South Africa. The successful candidate will oversee the design, installation, and maintenance of security systems across AWS data centers. Ideal applicants will have extensive experience in managing security installations and must hold relevant certifications. This role offers the chance to work with a diverse team to uphold high safety and security standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Physical Security Program Manager for large and complex installations.
• Experience in managing the operation of regional and/or global physical security systems.

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing, and implementing solutions for system installations.
• Ensuring compliance with physical security project standards and timelines.
• Managing the installation, operation and maintenance of physical security systems.
• Supporting security system equipment commissioning.
• Building and deploying training programs for users.

Skills

Knowledge of security technology

Project management

Effective prioritization

Education

CPP, PSP, PMP or CISSP certification

Certification in LenelS2 Access Control Systems

Job description

Description: The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Data Center Operations Security Team is seeking a highly talented and motivated Physical Security Program Manager (SPM) to join our team. At Amazon, we are working to be the most customer‑centric company. 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 candidate 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 SPM is a key member of the EMEA Security team and reports to the Multi‑Cluster Security Program Manager. The SPM supervises the compliance of physical security standards, 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.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Designing, developing, and implementing solutions for system installations, upgrades, repairs and change‑outs.
• Ensuring compliance with physical security project standards, project scopes of work, budgets and timelines.
• Managing the installation, operation and maintenance of regional and/or global physical security systems, with the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Effective prioritization of tasks and seamless operation across organizational boundaries.
• Supporting security system equipment commissioning, completing final test and acceptance of security systems.
• Execution and coordination of preventative maintenance and repairs to security system equipment.
• Building and deploying training programs for all users of physical security systems.

We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on.

In other words, we're the people who keep the cloud running.

About the Team

We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help. You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles.

You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers.

And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

Why AWS?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to global companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience as a Physical Security Program Manager for large and complex installations.
• Experience in managing the operation of regional and/or global physical security systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPP, PSP, PMP or CISSP certification.
• Certification in LenelS2 Access Control Systems.
• Extensive experience in corporate security and workplace safety.

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer, and we value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.

Amazon is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to employment equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with employment equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates.

We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. Amazon requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae.

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