Application deadline: Sep 3, 2026

The US ADC Data Center Security Manager serves as the site security leader at an Amazon Dedicated Cloud (ADC) logistics warehouse facility. This role owns the execution of physical security, operational security, and information protection at a mission-critical warehouse supporting classified ADC operations.

You will manage day-to-day security operations at your assigned warehouse site, direct onsite security personnel, maintain compliance with ADC warehouse physical security standards, and protect Company Data 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, Logistics, 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 warehouse security operations

Create, implement, and communicate security requirements at an ADC logistics warehouse facility, including oversight of access control across warehouse security zones

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 tabletop exercises

Ensure warehouse physical security controls align with the ADC Logistics Warehouse Physical Security Design Standard, including perimeter security, access control doors, intrusion detection, video surveillance, and security zone integrity

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 US Government Security Clearance

- 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

- Current, active TS/SCI with Polygraph U.S. Government Security Clearance

- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a security-related field

- Experience with project ownership, timeline communication, and independent execution

- Experience managing security operations at a logistics, warehouse, or industrial facility

- 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

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