The Amazon Web Services Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) in Pasadena, CA is seeking a Physical Security Program Manager to join its Quantum Infrastructure and Production team. This team member will lead design and innovation efforts to develop optimal security solutions for CQC. As the Physical Security subject matter expert, this individual will manage multiple projects maintaining regular communication with project sponsors on status, risks and change control. Cross-team coordination, project management, and executive presentation skills are essential. The Physical Security PM will be a key member of the quantum security operation, working with the QIP team as well as cross functional leadership teams throughout the organization.
A successful Physical Security PM will have the ability to manage multiple projects at once, be a self-starter, possess strong analytical instincts, and can take calculated risks that may challenge current practices to meet or exceed customer expectations.
Key job responsibilities
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans
• Ensure the project is completed within the estimated budget and course correct when needed without jeopardizing the outcome or timeline
• Delivery of physical security installations while ensuring hardware/equipment standards are met and maintained
• Act as an escalation point for the project teams and stakeholders to manage risks, develop mitigation plans and path to green throughout project
• Enhance, track, and report on metrics which are key performance indicators, allowing performance improvements so that the desired outcomes are achieved to plan and in a timely manner
• Utilize Lean and Six Sigma methods to drive process improvements and increase efficiency
A day in the life
In this role, you will collaborate with stakeholders to develop security solutions to manage and mitigate risks. You will work hand in hand with the facilities, safety, and IT teams to ensure that security programs are executed smoothly and efficiently. You will monitor facilities and security metrics and work to find a root cause and solution to any anomalies that pop-up.
AWS Utility Computing (UC) provides product innovations — from foundational services such as Amazon’s Simple Storage Service (S3) and Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), to consistently released new product innovations that continue to set AWS’s services and features apart in the industry. As a member of the UC organization, you’ll support the development and management of Compute, Database, Storage, Internet of Things (IoT), Platform, and Productivity Apps services in AWS, including support for customers who require specialized security solutions for their cloud services.
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