Minimum Requirements: Minimum of 4 years of experience working on sensitive, high security programs, projects or environmentsDemonstrated experience as an analyst or similar in a government settingProficient with government security frameworks, policies and standards (e.g. PSPF, ISM, DSPF, ASD Essential Eight)Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the leading cloud service provider, providing virtualised infrastructure, storage, networking, messaging, and many other services to customers all over the world. AWS runs a globally distributed environment, operating at massive levels of scale. Businesses, from start-ups to enterprises to large government customers, run their operations and applications on AWS' highly secure infrastructure.
The AWS Personnel Security (PerSec) team is responsible for managing security clearance and vetting activities for AWS employees supporting programs, including continual assessments on suitability. As a Personnel Security Analyst, you will join a team of industry-leading security experts working with customer representatives to operate and continuously improve industry-leading personnel security programs and processes.
Key job responsibilities:
Process and review personnel security clearances and maintain all security documentation, files, and clearance and suitability rosters in accordance with government requirements.Contribute to the development and evolution of personnel security programs, ensuring they are operating in accordance with internal teams and external customers security policies and practices.Generate, track and report security metrics and activities.Monitor processes and drive improvements in efficiency and quality of our personnel security programs.Interface regularly with AWS stakeholders and government customers to support clearance activities.Hold or be able to attain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency clearance.
A day in the life:
A typical day in the life of a Personnel Security Specialist begins with supporting the Personnel Security team by processing security clearances, travel notifications, and other PerSec activities, ensuring all necessary protocols are followed meticulously. Throughout the day, you will actively identify ways to invent and simplify processes and procedures, streamlining operations for increased efficiency. You will also dedicate time to creating comprehensive reports on PerSec data and metrics, providing valuable insights to stakeholders for informed decision-making. Additionally, you will offer advice on straightforward PerSec issues to stakeholders, leveraging your expertise to address concerns effectively. You will conduct security briefings and training sessions to educate staff on best practices and compliance measures. Managing a PerSec mailbox is another crucial aspect of your day, ensuring timely responses and resolution of security-related inquiries and requests.
About the team:
Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply.
Why Amazon Security:
At Amazon, security is central to maintaining customer trust and delivering delightful customer experiences. Our organization is responsible for creating and maintaining a high bar for security across all of Amazon's products and services.
Work/Life Balance:
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture.
Inclusive Team Culture:
In Amazon Security, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences inspire us to continue learning and to embrace our uniqueness.
Training and Career growth:
We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, training, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Additional Qualifications: Degree or equivalent experience in Cyber Security, IT Security Management, Government Security, Personnel Security, Security Risk Management, or a related security fieldCertificate IV in Government Security (Personnel Vetting)An entrepreneurial spirit; a passion to improve at every opportunityAcknowledgement of country:In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
IDE statement: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, disability, age, or other legally protected attributes.
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