AWS Security Specialist Amazon
Herndon, VA

Job Description

Industry Specialist / Program Manager

The Special Programs, Evaluations, and Response (SPEAR) Special Testing Team (STT) responsibilities are to engage in information gathering exercises and use this information to drive change to the security posture of Amazon Web Services (AWS) sites. STT core functions include selecting, assessing and reporting security concerns to leadership and internal customers. By utilizing company-wide resources we constantly enhance AWS security posture through an independent verification process. SPEAR/STT applies appropriate assessment methodologies to evaluate security measures as well as operational risks to our employees, data, and physical assets.

The ideal candidate will have experience managing tight deadlines, being extremely flexible, driving results, detail orientated, identifying, assessing, planning and coordinating operational activities related to the physical security of AWS and its internal customers. This includes maintaining a high degree of situational awareness in a wide variety of global environments. The candidate should be open to new challenges, extremely good at multi-tasking, innovative, creative, self-directed and a great team player. You will drive continuous process improvement and collaborate effectively with aggressive cross-functional business teams to solve problems and implement new solutions. This position requires an individual that can perform independently. The candidate will be required to follow the policies, procedures, and team rules of engagement (ROE) without deviation. They must be able to deal effectively with ambiguity, as well as independent planning, making decisions, and managing operational activities that are extremely fluid. The SPEAR team operates globally 24/7. Must be able to travel 50-75% sometimes with little notice.

The successful candidate must have proven effective leadership capabilities, be innovative and creative when working to solve problems and demonstrate excellent judgment while under pressure. They will also be able to operate autonomously, use discretion when dealing with sensitive information, and apply sound business principles and data analysis to identify problems and apply appropriate actions.