IP Security Manager, Intellectual Property Security

We are searching for an Intellectual Property (IP) Security Manager who is able to develop, implement, and lead security projects and programs to support Amazon’s Devices and Services (D&S) teams. This position will provide IP protection and strategic guidance to pre-release consumer electronic device programs and will support the overall security posture for Amazon’s key customer teams in the technology and product manufacturing space. Our team works with Amazon's global D&S teams to solve IP and supply chain security challenges at scale. We work backwards from the builder's perspective to devise innovative security solutions that keep our new products secret and safe until launch day. We dive deep into new products and technologies to develop bespoke security solutions that are scalable and long-term, and that are built to eliminate customer friction and accelerate PDP. Our team is looking for a highly intelligent security professional to join us and help us continue to raise the security bar for Amazon. You should be somebody who is customer-centric, and feels strongly about delivering results. You should be passionate about solving security hurdles in innovative ways. Amazon has a fast-paced environment where we “Work Hard, Have Fun, Make History.” A typical day on our team involves working with builders and engineers to assess risks in new hardware and software programs and develop mitigation plans to protect against unauthorized disclosures and prototypes losses. You are looking for radical new approaches using the latest project management and AI tools to automate fixes for customers. You'll be part of a world-class team in a fast-paced environment making high-velocity decisions to solve security issues for stakeholders at scale. You'll be surrounded by people who are wickedly smart, passionate about security, obsessed with establishing operational excellence mechanisms, and believe that world class service is critical to customer success.



Key job responsibilities
Some of the role responsibilities include:
• Serving as the embedded IP Security liaison to connect business stakeholders with Prototype Security programs and services
• Serving as the subject matter security expert to internal business stakeholders on IP Protection, supply chain risk, go-to-market security strategy, and program confidentiality
• Performing project risk evaluations to provide project stakeholders with an IP Protection executive summary highlighting overall risks and threats to the project
• Working cross functionally with peers in Legal, Hardware, Supply Chain Ops, Trade & Compliance, EHS, and Security to establish scalable Prototype Security standards
• Representing IP Security and providing risk guidance in critical business review, core team, and all hands meetings
• Tracking and documenting new product proposals, status updates, and risk throughout Amazon’s product development process.
• Working collaboratively with team members to determine strategic direction for the larger Supply Chain & IP Security teams.
• Assisting in the development of IP Security playbooks and awareness materials, to include online training modules, and be willing to deploy and conduct in person training sessions, employee outreach events, educational posters and handout material
• Actively evaluating, analyzing, and using metrics collected to proactively inform programmatic needs and policy decisions
• Assisting in the drafting and publication of policies and standards related to global prototype security programs.

About the team
Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Why Amazon Security?
At Amazon, security is central to maintaining customer trust and delivering delightful customer experiences. Our organization is responsible for creating and maintaining a high bar for security across all of Amazon’s products and services. We offer talented security professionals the chance to accelerate their careers with opportunities to build experience in a wide variety of areas including cloud, devices, retail, entertainment, healthcare, operations, and physical stores
Inclusive Team Culture
In Amazon Security, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences inspire us to continue learning and to embrace our uniqueness. Addressing the toughest security challenges requires that we seek out and celebrate a diversity of ideas, perspectives, and voices.
Training & Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, training, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve.

Basic Qualifications

- Experience in the security field in a global corporate environment or large-sized organization (e.g. NGO, public sector, police, or military), including experience in a managerial role
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business or a related field
- 5+ years of facility/corporate security management, law enforcement, risk management, legal, or related industries experience
- Experience working in an office environment
- Experience managing service providers and vendors
- Experience in operational excellence using six sigma methodologies

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in security management
- Experience using English communication skills, both written and verbal, to foster seamless interaction with stakeholders at all levels
- Certifications: PMP, CPP, Lean Six Sigma.

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, WA, Seattle - 90,100.00 - 157,600.00 USD annually