Data Center Security Specialist - UAE National Only, Infrastructure Physical Security

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery and operation of all AWS global facilities. We support every AWS data center, ensuring the servers, storage, networking, power and cooling equipment run continuously so customers can rely on the cloud.The Physical Security Team is seeking a Data Center Security Specialist. The role focuses on maintaining operational security excellence in a control‑room environment or at multiple nearby facilities. Candidates must be UAE nationals with a family book and must meet US citizenship or equivalent status for the GovCloud region.Key Job ResponsibilitiesHelp lead daily operational security as part of a security operations team across multiple facilities.Drive security awareness campaigns aimed at enhancing security vigilance and effectiveness.Use workflow ticketing and develop performance metrics.Lead security investigations across campus facilities.Oversee physical security vendors providing guards, electronic security systems, door construction/repair, fencing and access controls.Translate overarching security strategy into daily tactics to meet management goals.Oversee security construction projects.Provide security awareness training to data center personnel.Work on varied shifts (Day, Mid, Evening/Overnight).QualificationsUAE National with family book.Minimum 2 years of experience overseeing security operations and managing vendors.Project Management experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.Experience creating process improvement procedures and detailed reports.Demonstrated ability to develop and implement emergency planning programs, physical security countermeasures, and root‑cause analysis.Familiarity with security program automation, access/intrusion control systems, and ability to interpret program objectives.Excellent verbal and written communication skills in a professional setting.Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders regarding physical security standards and system designs.Associates degree or higher and/or equivalent professional experience in a corporate or government security environment.We value diversity and encourage candidates who do not meet every preferred qualification to apply.For additional information regarding workplace accommodations for disabilities, please visit the AWS inclusive workplace page.TimelineWe are actively recruiting. The position is currently open.#J-18808-Ljbffr