> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4246734-data-center-security-specialist-amer-east](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4246734-data-center-security-specialist-amer-east). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center Security Specialist, AMER East - **Company:** Amazon.com, Inc. - **Location:** Ashburn, VA, United States - **Salary:** $60,091.0 - $105,082.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Cyber Security, Data Centers, AWS Data Analytics - **Published:** October 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/9FDCFEA75AB34D9FAF8A5FC8C48CABDF/job/ ## About the Role * 2+ years of overseeing security operations and working with security vendors/contractors experience * Experience with access control and CCTV systems * 1+ years of relevant work in a data center or other critical environment, or 1+ years of relevant discipline work experience, * Bachelor's degree or above in Security, Law Enforcement, or military discipline * 2+ years of security-related professional, or 1+ years of security-related professional experience * 1+ year Leadership experience ## Description Amazon Web Services (AWS) serves customers and developers who rely on storage, compute, and our other service capabilities. Our customers trust us to handle their data with air-tight security measures, which is something that we guarantee., Deliver Results -Oversee contract security staff and daily operations -Manage data center security -Coordinate with security vendors -Maintain availability for emergency response -Monitor and ensure functionality of security systems -Ownership -Drive continuous improvement through KPIs and improvement plans -Ensure proper protocol adherence by all personnel -Oversee access control, visitor management, and CCTV systems -Manage facility access badge issuance -Maintain security equipment through regular inspections -Implement preventative maintenance programs -Bias for Action -Investigate security incidents and provide notifications -Involvement in emergency response plans and evacuation procedures -Develop relationships with law enforcement and emergency services -Customer Obsession -Generate security incident reports -Prepare and deliver presentations to business partners -Support internal security evaluations -Ensure compliance with corporate security standards -Earn Trust -Identify security-related opportunities -Develop innovative security solutions -Ensure professional security interactions About the team AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) 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. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain - and we're looking for talented people who want to help. You'll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.