Are you a strategic threat management leader passionate about designing and driving global programs that safeguard people, prevent workplace violence, and develop industry-leading risk management strategies? This principal role requires deep expertise in threat assessment and management, exceptional strategic thinking, and the ability to influence and drive complex programs across global operations.
Amazon is seeking a Principal Workplace Threat Manager (Principal Security Industry Specialist) to join our Global Security Risk & Resilience, People Risk team. This strategic individual contributor role focuses on leading complex global threat management initiatives, developing innovative risk frameworks, and driving program excellence across our worldwide operations. The Principal Workplace Threat Manager will design and implement strategic threat assessment methodologies, lead high-impact global programs, and provide thought leadership that shapes how we protect Amazon's workforce globally.
The successful candidate is a recognized expert in threat management who combines deep technical expertise with strategic program leadership capabilities. They must demonstrate exceptional influence skills, ability to drive global initiatives, and a proven track record of developing innovative solutions to complex security challenges at scale.
Key job responsibilities
Program Leadership & Innovation:
- Design and implement global threat management strategies and frameworks that scale across regions
- Lead strategic initiatives that enhance global program effectiveness and drive operational excellence
- Develop innovative approaches to threat assessment and risk mitigation methodologies
- Create and implement global best practices for threat management programs
Technical Expertise & Risk Management:
- Serve as principal subject matter expert for complex threat assessments and mitigation strategies
- Lead development of global risk frameworks and threat evaluation methodologies
- Drive innovation in threat identification, reporting, and management approaches
- Provide strategic guidance on critical incident response and threat management
Strategic Influence & Partnership:
- Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key stakeholders globally
- Influence senior leadership on program strategy and risk mitigation approaches
- Drive collaboration across security, HR, legal, and other key stakeholder groups
- Travel up to 25% of the time
Program Excellence & Impact:
- Design and implement mechanisms to measure program effectiveness and drive improvements
- Lead analysis of global threat trends and develop strategic recommendations
- Drive continuous improvement in threat assessment and management
- Create scalable solutions that enhance global program capabilities
A day in the life
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:
1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 401(k) Plan
If you are not sure that every qualification listed describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re
passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!
About the team
Our People Risk team within Global Security Risk & Resilience works to protect Amazon's workforce through proactive risk management and strategic security solutions. We partner closely with global security teams, human resources, operations, and other stakeholders to create and maintain a safe, secure work environment for our employees worldwide.
