Senior Physical Security Program Manager, Worldwide Operations Security (WWOS)

Company: Amazon
Location: Nashville
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

The Senior Physical Security Program Manager (Sr PSPM) is a key member of the Americas Loss Prevention organization. This organization is tasked with ensuring newly constructed facilities and facility expansion projects are completed in accordance with Amazon security frameworks. This exciting opportunity provides the ability to leverage physical security subject matter expertise, project management skills and relationship building abilities in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment where we Work Hard, Have Fun, and Make History! The Sr PSPM role is defined by ambiguous environments, quickly changing situations, and times where quick judgement and decision making under pressure are required to support complex construction projects. The most valuable members of the organization are those who not only excel in that environment, but who thrive in it. This position will be based out of the Southeast part of the United States. Georgia or Florida areas are preferred. This role will travel in order to attend projects throughout Mid and South Eastern Coast of the United States. Key job responsibilities - Leads multiple physical security design and implementation building projects while proactively managing changes in project scope, identifying potential crises, and developing contingency plans to mitigate risk. - Evaluates security engineering drawings to validate security system components are properly integrated in the facility design. - Ensures projects are completed within the estimated budget, established timeline, and as designed while having the ability to course correct when needed without jeopardizing project completion. - Provides Interim leadership support for Sr. Regional PSPM as needed - Provides training, knowledge and expertise to PSPMs and Sr. Regional PSPM - Assists with senior level escalations to support the business - Actively provides feedback and knowledge to influence the Sr Regional Team regarding Physical Security process improvement and program management - Responsible for programs and projects with a network level focus - Actively partners with internal partners to ensure security is integrated into operations. Provides sound, factual advice to Operations and Loss Prevention leadership on security design and implementation processes. - Solves complex problems through detailed interaction with multiple key stakeholders to ensure Amazon Global Security policy is implemented. - Performs site testing & commissioning functions to validate integrity of a newly installed security standard and ensure the system was built in accordance with Amazon Global Security standards. - Recognizes, adopts, utilizes and teaches best practices in the Physical Security Program, such as development of security frameworks, information security, security operations, security systems, policy, and response. - Demonstrates a strong preference for assisting the business with achieving its goals by navigating a path to “yes.” - Serves as the subject matter expert, understanding of the security threat environment, finding flaws in current process, partnering with internal customers for remediation. - Leads continuous improvement projects to increase efficiencies in the process - Ability to work unassisted and remotely with little oversight and guidance. - Ability to travel up to 70% 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! - 5 years of program or project management experience - Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements - Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership - Bachelor's degree - 3 years of security and loss prevention, or 2 years of security and loss prevention experience - 2 years of driving process improvements experience - Master's degree, or MBA in business, operations, human resources, adult education, organizational development, instructional design or related field - PMP Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits . USA, FL, Orlando - 115,600.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually USA, FL, Ruskin - 115,600.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually USA, GA, Stone Mountain - 115,600.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually

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