Application Security Engineer, AWS Proactive Security

Global technology company leading in cloud computing, e-commerce, and artificial intelligence
$125,500 - $212,800
Security
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
1+ year of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS · Cloud

Description For Application Security Engineer, AWS Proactive Security

AWS Security is seeking a Security Engineer to join their Proactive Security Team, focusing on ensuring the highest security standards across cloud services, IoT, identity management, and more. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge security challenges at massive scale, protecting Amazon's diverse technology ecosystem.

The position involves working with various AWS development teams on products like Amazon One, Just Walk Out, and AWS IoT services. You'll be responsible for conducting comprehensive security reviews, from architecture assessment to implementation, ensuring robust security measures are integrated from the ground up.

As part of Amazon's security organization, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining customer trust and delivering secure customer experiences. The role offers exposure to diverse technologies and the chance to work with talented engineers across multiple Amazon locations. You'll tackle novel technical challenges daily and have the opportunity to make a positive impact on millions of users.

The ideal candidate should be comfortable with ambiguity and excited about solving unprecedented problems at scale. Amazon Security values diverse experiences and perspectives, fostering an inclusive team culture where ongoing learning and professional growth are encouraged. The company offers comprehensive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and a strong emphasis on work-life harmony.

This position provides an excellent opportunity for security professionals to accelerate their careers while working on a wide variety of areas including cloud, devices, retail, entertainment, healthcare, operations, and physical stores. You'll be part of a team that's committed to continuous improvement and maintaining the highest security standards in the industry.

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Responsibilities For Application Security Engineer, AWS Proactive Security

  • Conduct application security reviews and threat modeling
  • Perform security reviews for Web applications, Cloud infrastructure, and IoT devices
  • Work with product developers to incorporate security from design phase
  • Create security guidance documentation and workflow automation
  • Contribute to security metrics and process improvements
  • Assist with recruiting activities

Requirements For Application Security Engineer, AWS Proactive Security

Java
Python
Linux
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent work experience
  • 1+ years of security engineering experience
  • Knowledge of commonly found software security vulnerabilities (OWASP top 10)
  • Understanding of network and web protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, IPSEC, HTTP, HTTPS)
  • Experience with security engineering and assurance methodologies

Benefits For Application Security Engineer, AWS Proactive Security

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Flexible work hours
  • Career development resources
  • Training opportunities
  • Work-life balance support

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