The World Wide Operations Security (WWOS) Compliance Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining a repository of regulatory and industry standards that impact the security framework for Amazon sites across the globe. The Compliance Manager supports the Global Policy & Compliance team through expertise in compliance programs, audit mechanisms, and policy development that ensures our people, information, and assets are secure. Additionally, the Compliance Manager will act as the primary owner of the WWOS Site Security Facilitator (SSF) program. The SSF program aims to ensure local staff are properly trained and equipped to support security-related functions at all Amazon sites.

Key job responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a library of relevant government regulations (e.g. GDPR, SOX) and industry standards (e.g. ISO, NIST, TAPA) which impact WWOS frameworks and operations
- Connect external regulations/standards to applicable internal policy documents, audit mechanisms, and other internal controls
- Manage internal controls related to compliance monitoring
- Manage the collection of metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to compliance
- Research and monitor current and emerging government regulations and industry standards
- Own the SSF program, to include improving engagement and adoption rates, developing policy requirements, and managing training materials
- Support internal customers as a recognized expert on government regulations and industry standards
- Lead cross-functional projects related to auditing mechanisms, to include management of inputs, outputs, feedback, and iterations

A day in the life
You will work primarily within the Global Policy & Compliance team to identify relevant government regulations and industry standards that inform and shape Amazon's security frameworks. In addition to self-guided research, you'll be collaborating with experts throughout various regions and business lines to understand which regulations/standards apply to their scope. Your work will ensure our security policies reflect the right baselines, and that our audit mechanisms are measuring compliance accurately and effectively.

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 on the list above 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
The Global Policy & Compliance (GPC) team is responsible for the governance framework of the World Wide Operations Security (WWOS) organization. As part of a holistic risk management approach that aims to protect our people, information, assets, operations, and brand, we:
- Maintain a policy portfolio covering a wide range of subjects that establish baseline required controls
- Operate a robust compliance program that utilizes audits and other assessment mechanisms to monitor and report potential areas of risk to ensure required controls are in place.