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Risk Manager, Global Government Delivery Organization (GDDO)

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Herndon, VA
Top Secret Polygraph Unspecified
Career Level not specified
$147,900 - $200,100

Job Description

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Would you like to be part of a team that is redefining the way the Federal government uses the cloud? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is leading the next paradigm shift in computing and the AWS Global Government Delivery Organization (GGDO) team is looking for a motivated Risk Manager to join our fast-paced organization. The GGDO, manages direct US Government programs as part of the Worldwide Public Sector business. In this role you will work directly with customers, partners, and AWS service teams to manage technical and business integration challenges in support of US Department of Defense (DoD) Intelligence Community (IC), and other US Government programs that rely on the AWS Cloud. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of cloud computing and have proven results within the Federal program management space. They will also have demonstrated the ability to think strategically about business, product, and technical challenges, with the skill-set to dive deep and tactically drive business development programs. Excellent communications skills are a must. Candidates are expected to have the ability to write and convey compelling customer value propositions and articulate technical risks, as well as to interface with AWS business units responsible for delivering capabilities to customers. This role performs risk management across multiple ADC programs in collaboration with the Program Managers and Principal Technologists. This position works closely with internal AWS stakeholders to document risk and proposed AWS mitigation or response strategies. This includes holding internal workstream owners accountable to milestones and customer commitments. The Risk Manager works with the PMO to develop customer facing messaging and collaborates with Contracts and Legal stakeholders to address AWS equity. This position is responsible for identifying and using AWS approved tools to maintain a program risk register that is briefed both at PMRs and internal AWS program reviews such as program Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs). They are responsible for proactively identifying potential cross-program risks and communicate broad business impacts to WWPS leadership. Our team also puts a high value on work-life balance. Striking a healthy balance between your personal and professional life is crucial to your happiness and success here, which is why we aren't focused on how many hours you spend at work or online. Instead, we're happy to offer a flexible schedule so you can have a more productive and well-balanced life-both in and outside of work. Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we're building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded professional and enable them to take on more complex tasks in the future. This position requires that the candidate selected be a US citizen and currently possess and maintain an active Top Secret security SCI clearance. Key job responsibilities As a Principal Technologist in AWS FDO, you will: • Liaise with AWS service teams to ensure that AWS meets technical commitments to customers in named programs. • Interface with Capture, Sales, and Solutions Architecture teams to provide technical depth to partnership discussions and capture/pursuit decisions. • Coordinate a matrixed team drawn from the Federal business verticals in support of specific programs. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop the long-term strategy for AWS to deliver in the Federal program space, including global infrastructure, feature and service deployment, and go-to-market approach.

Basic Qualifications

- 5+ years of in program management, workforce strategy development, or metrics-driven decision making experience - 5+ years of developing, negotiating and executing business agreements experience - Bachelor's degree - Experience developing strategies that influence leadership decisions at the organizational level - Experience selling enterprise software or cloud-based applications - Current, active TS/SCI US Government Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

- Master's degree in business, data science, public administration, finance, engineering, human resources, or related field, or PMP certificate - Experience interpreting data and making business recommendations - Experience identifying, negotiating, and executing complex legal agreements - Experience designing, implementing, and scaling workforce development programs across large-scale operations, including forecasting workforce needs and leveraging analytics to drive program decisions - Experience interpreting data and making business recommendations across leadership and cross-functional teams - Experience using analytical tools for workforce metrics and reporting 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, VA, Arlington - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually USA, VA, Herndon - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually
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