PR Specialist and Internal Communications Lead, Amazon Security, Amazon Security

Amazon • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

Amazon is looking for a Communications Specialist to join our team, focusing on
Security. In this position, you will work effectively in a matrixed global
organization, quickly build effective working relationships, possess strong
media relations and internal communications skills, and can exercise strategic
instincts while acting with bias for action.

As part of the role, you will drive the internal communications program for the
Amazon Security organization while also supporting external communications
efforts. You will work with senior leaders and marketing teams to develop and
execute messaging, communications strategies, and cross-channel programs. You
should be a quick learner who can rapidly develop fluency in new and complex
subject areas. You should enjoy looking at a challenge and finding a process to
simplify it. You must be comfortable managing ambiguity and building consensus
with a diverse group of stakeholders.

If you find that you are right a lot, thrive in busy environments, are a
self-starter, and enjoy diving into technology-related issues, this role might
be a great fit.

You will be responsible to developing and executing internal communications for
Amazon's Chief Security Officer, working closely with his leadership team. You
will regularly be advising these senior leading on what and how we communicate
to a large and diverse workforce.

You will also drive proactive storytelling about how our commitment to security
is helping keep our customers, employees, and the broader world more secure.
Coming up with unique angles, and working with our executives to bring the story
to life.

Requirements

• 5+ years of recent professional communications or public relations experience
• Bachelor's degree

Nice To Haves

• A track record of successfully representing high-profile tech products or organizations through external and internal communications.
• Experience driving internal communications programs for large, technical organizations.
• Outstanding attention to detail, curiosity about technology, and ability to quickly learn and communicate complex topics effectively.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Thrives in a collaborative environment and is willing to roll up their sleeves to get the job done.
• Strong judgment and the ability to operate independently while keeping leadership informed.
• A knack for diplomacy and the confidence to engage and build consensus with senior leaders at all levels.
• Familiarity with security topics is a plus, but not required; a demonstrated ability to develop subject matter fluency quickly is equally valued.

Responsibilities

• Drive the day-to-day internal communications program for the Amazon Security organization, including setting priorities, making strategic recommendations, and ensuring consistent execution.
• Draft leadership communications such as emails, talking points, and messaging for senior leaders.
• Plan and execute internal events including all staffs, speaking engagements, and video messages.
• Define, develop, and oversee end-to-end execution of external communications programs covering security.
• Ensure factually accurate representation of the business in the press.
• Regularly interact with senior leaders to influence strategy around sensitive launches and product offerings.
• Develop and strengthen relationships with key journalists, bloggers, and influencers in technology trade and business press.
• Work cross-functionally to plan and execute cross-channel communications campaigns — both internal and external — across the company.

Benefits

• 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
• parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level