Data Centre Security Specialist, DC Security
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Amazon Web Services (AWS) serves customers and developers who rely on storage, compute, and other service capabilities. Our customers trust us to handle their data with air‑tight security measures, which we guarantee.
We are looking for a Data Centre Security Specialist to join our expanding Data Centre Operations team. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, innovative, and professional, with experience delighting customers, teamwork, and continuous improvement. The role encompasses oversight of contract employees and collaboration with Data Centre Managers to devise security strategies, achieve financial targets, and improve operational security within our Data Centres. The candidate reports to the Area Security Manager responsible for their Data Centre Campus.
Responsibilities
* Coordinate the activities of a professional contract guard force
* Interface with and mobilize vendors involved in system repairs and new security construction
* Oversee vendor deliverables, track service delivery, and request corrective actions as needed
* Foster relationships to educate data centre stakeholders on false alarm reductions
* Extract metrics and observe improvements by analyzing data
* Verify Data Centre security programs meet defined global security standards
* Develop strategies for improving electronic surveillance and access controls
* Draft reports and prepare presentations on the status of physical security operations
* Collaborate with managers to implement security processes and procedures
* Serve as a customer advocate by identifying security‑related opportunities and crafting innovative solutions that maintain high security standards
Basic Qualifications
* Graduated with a degree in criminology, physical security, or a related field
* Experience in physical security, logistics, or operational roles
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with design, construction, operation, or maintenance of mission‑critical facilities, especially data centres
* Experience with physical security control and surveillance systems
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Location: London, England, United Kingdom
Job ID: A3122608
Company: Amazon Data Services UK Limited
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