Are you a strategic threat management leader passionate about designing and driving global programs that safeguard people prevent workplace violence and develop industryleading 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 highimpact global programs and provide thought leadership that shapes how we protect Amazons 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 fulltime 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 wed still love to hear from you! At Amazon we value people with unique backgrounds experiences and skillsets. If youre
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 Amazons 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.
Bachelors degree
7 years of behavioral threat assessment and violence management experience
Expertise in Threat Management Corporate Investigations or related field
Experience conducting complex investigations and threat assessments
Demonstrated success leading global security or risk management programs
Ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive program and process improvements
Advanced degree in psychology criminology security management or related field
Certified Threat Manager (CTM) Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or related certifications
12 years of behavioral threat assessment and violence management experience
Proven experience developing and implementing global security programs
Strong understanding of global security practices and cultural considerations
Excellence in data analysis and program metrics development
Project/program management certifications
Proven written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to influence senior leadership
Additional language capabilities
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation protected veteran status disability age or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees supervisors and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees supervisors and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal state and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct adverse and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies exercise sound judgment effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism and safeguard business operations and the Companys reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $127800/year in our lowest geographic market up to $273300/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon 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.