Physical Security Engineer, Data Center Design Engineering

Physical Security Engineer, Data Center Design Engineering Job ID: | Amazon Data Services, Inc. AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help. You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. As a Physical Security Engineer at AWS, you will lead security designs for Amazon Data Centers (DC) throughout our Americas Region. You will be part of a highly creative and efficient design team comprised of Architects, Engineers, and Designers tasked with solving problems and challenging the status quo. You will provide technical guidance, directly impact the design of DC facilities, solve large-scale implementation issues, and develop and communicate security design requirements to internal and external project partners. You will work directly with other AWS Security Teams, AWS Management, and partners to apply physical security throughout AWS, review new technologies and security measures for enhancement, and understand crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED). Key job responsibilities Lead designs (construction drawings and specifications) for physical security elements (cameras, access control, intrusion detection, fences, gates, etc.) for DC projects. Collaborate with other security organizations within AWS to develop design standards, evaluate cost, risk and benefits of designs, and facilitate design discussions. Communicate conceptual designs to internal stakeholders and external consultants. Participate in maintenance Basis of Design, prototype design, and template specifications for physical security elements. Create security design scope of work for design RFPs. Review and direct the work of physical security engineering design consultants. Manage multiple fast‑paced projects simultaneously. Travel for site assessments, internal design meetings, construction review, and interfacing with design consultants (anticipated travel not to exceed 25%). Basic Qualifications 4+ years of industrial or commercial engineering in mission‑critical facilities (e.g., data centers, power generation, or oil and gas). 4+ years of commissioning experience. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel). Experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods for data center equipment and facilities. Experience commissioning. Preferred Qualifications Professional Engineer License. Experience with building codes and regulations for your region. Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and deployment or mass production. Experience reading, interpreting, and creating construction drawings, specifications, and submittal documents. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. We value work‑life harmony and inclusive culture. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit for more information. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $105,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign‑on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site. Posted: October 28, 2025 (Updated 25 days ago) #J-18808-Ljbffr