Security Specialist

DescriptionAre you passionate about security and access governance, monitoring and risk management? Buy with Prime and Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Security Governance specialist ready to partner across Amazon tech and security groups to secure and protect our services and data. This security specialist will drive programs focused on providing multiple cross-cutting capabilities such as identifying and developing key security metrics to drive across the organization and driving continuous monitoring and improvement to raise the overall security bar. You will act as a key member of the team responsible for Security Operations including Access Governance, security design, Continuous monitoring and security metrics including automation. Candidates must have experience identifying key security KPI’s that are most important, designing mechanisms to continuously monitor and drive security improvements with service teams, and risk management experience.We operate in a hyper-growth environment where priorities shift quickly, so a passion and discipline around security and delivery is critical. You will tackle challenging situations every day and, given the size of this initiative, you will collaborate with various levels across Buy with Prime, MCF and Amazon. We are seeking a security specialist, who is comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment and willing to dive deep into assessments and analytical rigor. Our team is growing, and we need security specialists who don't work reactively, but can operate independently, anticipate potential security challenges, and proactively monitor and improve the mechanisms we use to detect and correct potential non-compliance. The ability to partner with Service Teams and develop automated mechanisms and responses to potential instances of non-compliance will be key to scale the security program in key areas of Access Management, Risk Management, and Continuous Monitoring.Key job responsibilitiesAnalyze business, product and security data, uncover evolving threats, identify weaknesses and opportunities in risk defense

Apply a working knowledge of information security and privacy regulation and policy to articulate customer and control impact and drive alignment to controls.

Quantify risk control effects and trends, collaborate with engineering, operational and product teams, contribute to risk measurement, mitigation and prevention.

Establish regular reporting mechanisms for measuring compliance and performance;

Develops metrics that demonstrate the current risk state, indicators of progress, and business alignment

Support Continuous Monitoring initiatives to drive enforcement, oversight and improvement of security controls implementation through automation

Perform quality reviews on identified risks to drive adherence to policy and playbook requirements

Provide guidance to technology owners on the execution of security and compliance requirements, related processes and playbooks, and usage of related systems and tools

Collaborate with tech and process owners to identify, document, and manage the performance of technology risk concerns

Assist business and process owners with remediating risks (including Audit Identified Issues, Self-Identified Issues, Risk Identified Issues, and Regulatory Issues) and achieving compliance with multiple policies and standards

Partner with tech and security teams and to review and challenge identified risks, remediation plans, progress and status, and drive action as needed

Monitor and oversee performance against Key Risk Indicators, including “Path to Green” plans

Drive the successful achievement of business goals, including timely identification, escalation and remediation of risks and issues that impact program execution and delivery

Active participation during the identification, remediation, and oversight of technology issues/ risks; including action plan development and execution

About the teamMentorship & Career GrowthOur team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship.Work/Life BalanceOur team puts high value on work-life balance. Striking a healthy balance between your personal and professional life is crucial to your happiness and success here, which is why we aren’t focused on how many hours you spend at work or online. Instead, we’re happy to offer a flexible schedule so you can have a more productive and well-balanced life—both in and outside of work.Basic Qualifications

5+ years of governance, risk, and monitoring experience for a large and complex organization

Strong knowledge of security certification and compliance frameworks (e.g. ISO 27001, AICPA SOC 1/2/3, HIPAA, HiTRUST, and NIST SP 800-171 / CMMCv2) and ability to adapt and apply them- in conjunction with business requirements- as required

Knowledge of cloud-based models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and technologies used to implement controls within these environments

Ability to communicate and manage information security concepts and requirements to personnel of varying technical backgrounds and positions Understand and ensure compliance and risk management requirements for supported area and work with other stakeholders to implement key risk initiatives

Functional experience across two or more information and cyber security domains (e.g., application security, identity and access management, vulnerability management, Continuous Monitoring)

Preferred Qualifications

A fast learner who can quickly absorb the nuances and behaviors of Amazon's systems architecture.

Effective analytical skills. Proven history of analyzing data and situations to identify meaningful observations.

Strong critical thinking skills, consistent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines amidst competing priorities

Strong relationship management skills to navigate the complexities of aligning stakeholders, building consensus and resolving conflicts in a large, distributed organization

Proven ability to manage multiple and often competing priorities in a global environment; Ability to drive routines, projects and programs with a track record of successful execution / change

Ability to decompose complex issues and drive timely decisions, knowing when to engage others for additional input or escalation; ability to synthesize information in order to drive results

Strong communication skills (written and oral); Ability to communicate complex ideas in a clear and concise manner, including to senior business leaders and executives

Participation in cross-functional teams and ability to work effectively in a geographically dispersed team

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $91,800/year in our lowest geographic market up to $196,300/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.