Security Program Manager, Physical Security

Security Program Manager, Physical Security Job ID: A Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Project Management, Information Technology, and Product Management Industry: IT Services and IT Consulting About the Role AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. 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. The Security Program Manager, Physical Security will oversee physical security design and installation of systems including Access Control, Intrusion Detection, Camera Surveillance, and passive/active barriers, ensuring compliance with AWS security standards and public sector contract requirements. Key Responsibilities Participate in physical security design and system installation for new data centers, data center expansions, and special projects. Provide physical security project lifecycle management including bid packages, specifications, drawings, code compliance, vendor management, budget, change orders, and close‑out documentation. Manage vendor onboarding, RFP/RFQ bidding, contracting, contract execution, QA/QC, and support processes. Effectively manage multi‑million dollar project budgets, owning and tracking the finance and budgeting process for security programs and projects. Lead physical security team acceptance, sign‑off, and operational readiness validation for high security facilities in conjunction with other AWS teams. Report performance metrics such as vendor service delivery performance, spend vs. budget variance, cost reduction goal attainment, post‑installation defect rates, and program analysis. Collaborate with global, regional, and local teams to drive security initiatives. Support the Cluster Security Program Manager Team Lead by providing analysis and recommending program enhancements. Travel for project management and hand‑off of completed projects to local security operations teams. Hold or attain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency clearance (see Basic Qualifications 3+ years of experience working with physical security design and/or implementation of electronic security systems such as Access Control System, Intrusion Detection System, and CCTV Surveillance systems. 2+ years of experience in program or project management, working with both technical and non‑technical teams focusing on physical security standards and designs. 2+ years working as a Security Construction and Equipment Committee Consultant incorporating AUS Protective Security Policy Framework 15 (PhySec for Entity Resources) and AUS Protective Security Policy Framework 16 (Entity Facilities) and/or other AUS government regulatory standards. Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with project management and design and construction software. Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non‑technical individuals regarding physical security standards and system designs. Proficient understanding of construction plans, elevations, and other design and construction artifacts for architectural, mechanical, electrical, civil, and telecommunications plans. Training and experience with Lenel Access Control Systems and Digital Monitoring Products. Training in Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED). Additional Information The role is an individual contributor on a cross‑functional team and will work directly with Cluster Security Managers, the Data Center Engineering Operations Team, and other stakeholders to integrate business requirements into long‑term physical security design and implementation. Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and pays respect to their elders past and present. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr