Security and Loss Prevention Specialist, NA

Worldwide Operations Security (WWOS) is the global organization that supports field Security and Loss Prevention and is designed to support Amazon's Worldwide Operations, as well as affiliate and retail businesses. The Security and Loss Prevention Specialist (SLP Specialist) is a key hourly position within Amazon Operations. The SLP Specialist leads the effort to efficiently and effectively protect people, product and data in a designated building, reporting to the Security and Loss Prevention Cluster Manager and aiding operational and cross‑functional teams throughout the organization.Key job responsibilitiesConduct confidential investigations and prepare prompt written reports of theft, fraud, and critical incidents.Contribute to the identification of vulnerabilities and define appropriate mitigating actions while ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.Serve as department liaison and security/crisis management subject matter expert for site leadership, keeping them informed on key issues, strategies, and the department's performance.Develop strategies for alarm reduction and conduct system diagnostics for problematic devices by engaging and resolving issues with internal and external partners.Travel domestically up to 25% of the time when applicable.Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach; stand or walk for up to 12 hours during shifts; work in an environment where the noise level varies and can be loud; work in an environment that is subject to variable temperatures and weather; continuously climb and descend stairs (applies to sites with stairs).Cover 24/7 operations and be able to work all shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.A day in the lifeAs a SLP Specialist, you will join a team of Security and Loss Prevention professionals providing security as a service to business customers across multiple business units within a dedicated geographical area. You will perform regular physical security audits and investigate policy violations, security‑related incidents, and loss events. During investigations you will collect information by monitoring systems and tools, analyzing data reports, and conducting interviews. Your findings help identify vulnerabilities in our processes and contribute to developing mitigating measures. You will maintain the physical integrity of fulfillment, logistics and retail operations locations by auditing and monitoring the health status of systems with subject matter experts and external suppliers. You will interact daily with external security service providers to ensure high‑quality services and a smooth customer experience, act as a point of contact for multiple internal and external departments (e.g., legal, HR, local law enforcement), and be a subject matter expert in Security and Loss Prevention matters. You will also deliver loss prevention‑related education and awareness programs to other teams and liaise with stakeholders on policy and procedure across all management levels.About The TeamWorldwide Operations Security (WWOS) is the global organization that supports field Loss Prevention and is designed to support Amazon's Worldwide Operations, as well as affiliate and retail businesses. We create and maintain a secure work environment through global security centers of excellence staffed by subject matter experts in people and asset protection. We accomplish this by creating policy and implementation guidelines; training leadership and staff; using technology to eliminate subjectivity, complexity, and variation; identifying, preparing for, and mitigating risk; and auditing our practices to ensure compliance.Basic QualificationsHigh school or equivalent diploma.2+ years of Amazon (Blue Badge/FTE) experience, or 1+ year in security service, loss prevention, asset protection, investigations, law enforcement, or operations, or Loss Prevention Qualified Career Choice Graduate.1+ years of experience using Microsoft Office, including Excel, in a professional capacity.Workplace incident mitigation or de‑escalation and Business Continuity planning experience.Preferred QualificationsExperience making and influencing informed decisions by leveraging data and metrics.Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, multi‑tasking environment.Effective communication, collaboration, networking, and influence across all business levels in a diverse workforce environment.1+ year of leadership or management and/or supply chain experience.Investigative interviewing experience and relevant certifications (e.g., Wicklander and Zulawski, Loss Prevention Qualified, Certified Protection Professional, Loss Prevention Certified, Certified Forensic Interviewer, Certified Threat Assessment Certification).Experience in physical security systems maintenance/implementation and coordinating scope of work with security vendors.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, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.Benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and optional 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 at MO, Kansas City - 23.00 - 31.00 USD hourlyCompany – Amazon.com Services LLCJob ID: A10418056#J-18808-Ljbffr

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