Manager, Personnel Security, US ADC Security

DescriptionAmazon Web Services (AWS) is the leading cloud provider, delivering virtualized infrastructure, storage, networking, messaging, and many other services to customers all over the world to include the U.S. Intelligence Community (IC).The AWS Security team is responsible managing security clearance programs and the team responsible for management of personnel security clearances for AWS employees supporting classified government programs. The Manager, Personnel Security will join a team of industry-leading security experts working with the U.S. Government to operate and continuously improve industry-leading personnel security programs and processes. AWS Security requires innovative thinking balanced with a strong customer focus on quality and execution.The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of leading and supporting security programs, demonstrable program/project management experience, comprehensive program security knowledge, and a deep understanding of government security programs, processes, and requirements. You must obsess over internal and external customers and successfully deliver support and services in an environment where priorities shift extremely fast. You must be able to operate independently to manage security projects, continuously triage and prioritize accordingly, communicate clearly and compellingly.This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and must currently possess and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph.Key job responsibilitiesAmong other duties, the Manager, Personnel Security will-lead a personnel security management team responsible for managing the security clearance program, reporting, and compliance for US government customer;-develop mechanisms and processes to improve data flow of clearance activity;-drive efficiencies for personnel security clearance programs and ensure security documentation, files, and clearance and suitability rosters are maintained in accordance with US government requirements;-contribute to the development and evolution of personnel security programs;-own development and enhancement of personnel security programs, ensuring they are developed and operated in accordance with internal and customer security policies and practices;-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.About the teamOur team is dedicated to supporting new team members. Our team has a broad mix of experience levels and Amazon tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship.Here at AWS, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We have ten employee-led affinity groups, reaching 40,000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and we host annual and ongoing learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust.Our team also puts a 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 Bachelor’s Degree in Intelligence, Security Management, Business Administration, or analytical field - or 7 years of Security Specialist security experience. 7+ years of experience managing collateral, SCI and/or special access security programs. 7+ years of experience interpreting and enforcing security requirements of the NISPOM, ICD, ICPG, Executive Orders, and other Agency specific regulations as it pertains to personnel security. Current, active US Government Security Clearance of TS/SCI with PolygraphPreferred Qualifications Experience supporting multiple government agencies. Demonstrated track record of growth and increasing responsibility including senior leadership. positions that require maturity, judgment, negotiation, analytics, and influence skills. Demonstrated ability to adapt to new technologies and can learn quickly. Desire to step outside the box and your comfort zone to take ownership of projects and domains not in your range of expertise. Entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to drive program security projects independently. Effective written and oral communication with multiple levels of leadership involving both business and technical sides of the business. Demonstrated maturity, judgment, negotiation/influence skills, analytical skills, and leadership skills. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects in a dynamic environment that changes daily. Possess self-drive to keep things moving forward even in the face of ambiguity and imperfect knowledge.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.