Security Engineer

Global technology company focused on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence.
$136,000 - $212,800
Security
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Remote
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Cybersecurity · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Security Engineer

Amazon is seeking a Security Engineer to join their security automation team, where customer security is the highest priority. This role focuses on building and scaling security solutions to protect Amazon's vast infrastructure. The position combines hands-on security engineering with automation to identify and mitigate potential risks before they become problems.

The role involves working with a team of Security Engineers to design and implement cutting-edge security solutions. Key responsibilities include analyzing large security-relevant datasets, developing automated security scanners, and conducting vulnerability assessments. The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills in languages like Python, Java, or Go, along with deep knowledge of security protocols and best practices.

This position offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $136,000 to $212,800 per year, depending on location and experience. Amazon provides comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, equity compensation, and financial benefits. The role can be performed remotely, though there is an office presence in Seattle.

The successful candidate will join a dynamic team focused on scaling security solutions across one of the world's largest technology companies. This is an excellent opportunity for a security professional who is passionate about automation and wants to make a significant impact on protecting millions of customers worldwide. The role offers extensive growth opportunities and the chance to work with cutting-edge security technologies at a massive scale.

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Responsibilities For Security Engineer

  • Query, analyze and report on large security-relevant data sets
  • Build and operate automated security scanners
  • Perform vulnerability and impact assessments
  • Design and implement security solutions
  • Identify potential risks across Amazon's infrastructure

Requirements For Security Engineer

Python
Java
Go
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
  • 3+ years of programming in Python, Ruby, Go, Swift, Java, .Net, C++ or similar object oriented language
  • Knowledge of networking protocols such as HTTP, DNS and TCP/IP
  • 3+ years of threat modeling, secure coding, identity management and authentication, software development, cryptography, system administration or network security experience

Benefits For Security Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Equity compensation available
  • Sign-on payments available
  • Comprehensive benefits package

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