Amazon

AWS Assurance Specialist for, Compliance, Assurance, Privacy, & Security (CAPS)

Amazon • $131K — $229K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent technology experience
  • 5+ years in HR, privacy, legal, compliance, or risk management
  • 7+ years in program management, project management, or product management
  • 5+ years in regulatory frameworks and policy analysis
  • 8+ years in compliance, audit, or risk management
  • Knowledge of Cloud Security and Compliance
  • Relevant certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or CRISC.

Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end Domain Assurance delivery, ensuring all SLA targets are met.
  • Develop and execute evidence collection strategies across AWS services.
  • Analyze regulatory obligations for compliance posture assessment.
  • Serve as a contact point for external regulators during examinations.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to resolve request ambiguities.
  • Identify compliance gaps and escalate issues with root cause analysis.
  • Develop expertise in regulatory jurisdictions or frameworks.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) matching contributions
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Support for adoption and surrogacy reimbursements
  • Mental health support and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Full Job Description
We are looking for a highly motivated assurance expert to join our team. As part of the team, you will manage targeted campaigns to solve complex compliance challenges, improve processes, and drive greater efficiencies across the security assurance organization. This role facilitates our ability to grow and scale our internal compliance processes to meet the compliance and regulatory expectations in markets and industries around the globe. You should be an experienced and industry professional who has the ability to understand IT and compliance processes, evaluate opportunities for improvement, and to be able to drive innovative campaigns through multiple organizations and teams.

Key job responsibilities

Regulatory Examination Delivery: Own end-to-end Domain Assurance delivery including planning, fieldwork, evidence collection, and reporting phases, ensuring all SLA targets are met.

Evidence Strategy and Collection: Develop and execute evidence collection strategies across AWS service teams, coordinating with builder teams to source, classify, and deliver artifacts that satisfy regulatory and assessor requirements within established timelines.

Regulatory Obligation Analysis: Analyze emerging and existing regulatory obligations to determine applicability, service team impact, and compliance posture for AWS services across multiple jurisdictions.

Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a point of contact for external regulators during examinations, managing assessor request lists (ARLs), responding to follow-up inquiries, and driving requests to closure.

Cross-Functional Coordination: Coordinate with internal AWS teams to resolve request ambiguities, and ensure consistent regulatory messaging across engagements.

Risk Identification and Escalation: Identify compliance gaps, data quality discrepancies, and delivery risks across active engagements; escalate issues with clear root cause analysis and recommended remediation actions to senior leadership.

Regional and Jurisdictional Expertise: Develop and maintain subject matter expertise in one or more regulatory jurisdictions or frameworks

A day in the life

On a daily basis you will:
• Lead assurance engagements articulating AWS security control design and operational effectiveness to diverse stakeholders
• Make diligent decisions on regulatory and auditor engagement approaches with minimal oversight, iterating on mechanisms to scale for diverse customer requirements
• Analyze compliance impact of new regulations and customer requirements, developing mitigation strategies with public policy and cross-functional teams
• Deliver presentations and technical documentation to regulatory bodies, customers, and internal leadership to drive alignment on security compliance strategies
• Define business problems, set objectives, and influence resource allocation to drive security assurance improvements and operational excellence

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Information Security, Computer Science, Risk Management, Engineering, Math, Statistics, or a related discipline, or equivalent technology experience

- 5+ years of HR, privacy, legal, compliance or risk management experience

- 7+ years of program management, project management or product management experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- 5+ years of regulatory frameworks and policy analysis methodologies experience

- 8+ years of compliance, audit or risk management experience

- Experience prioritizing and handling multiple assignments at any given time while maintaining commitment to deadlines, or experience with domestic or international travel coordination

- Cloud Security and Compliance Knowledge

- One or more relevant certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, CCSP, CRISC, or equivalent credentials demonstrating depth in information security, risk management, or IT audit disciplines.

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, NY, New York - 131,300.00 - 229,700.00 USD annually

USA, VA, Arlington - 119,300.00 - 208,900.00 USD annually

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Amazon Careers

Joining Amazon presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a vibrant team pushing the boundaries of innovation and growth in the global marketplace. As a leader in e-commerce, technology, and logistics, Amazon offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At Amazon, every day is an opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in technology and business to redefine what’s possible. Whether you’re interested in software development, marketing, human resources, or customer service, Amazon has a position waiting for you. Transform the way the world shops and innovates with our diverse and inclusive team. Amazon is not just a company; it’s a community where you can drive real change and contribute to projects impacting millions globally. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Amazon is the perfect place to enhance your leadership and innovation skills. Our culture encourages pushing the envelope and imagining the unimaginable. Here, you will lead projects that challenge the status quo and define new industry standards. Work with a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Our leadership is focused on harnessing the collective power of unique perspectives to foster growth and innovation. Explore Amazon’s Employment Benefits Amazon’s commitment to its employees extends beyond just career growth. We offer competitive benefits, including health care, parental leave, and diversity training, ensuring that our team not only excels professionally but also enjoys well-being and security. Internship and Networking Opportunities Start your career with an Amazon internship and gain hands-on experience that matters. Our internships provide a gateway to full-time employment and an opportunity to network with professionals across various sectors of the company. Future-Proof Your Career With Amazon, your career path is filled with numerous opportunities for advancement. Our learning and development programs are designed to nurture your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry trends. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities at Amazon that match your skills and interests. We are constantly on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Amazon. Amazon is more than just a company—it’s a platform for building a promising future. Whether you’re starting or looking to advance your career, Amazon offers the resources, support, and network you need to succeed. Join us, and be a part of our continuing mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company.
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