Security Engineer, AWS Security Operations Center (SOC), AWS SOC Cloud Operations

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Mid-Level Software Engineer
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3+ years of experience
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Description For Security Engineer, AWS Security Operations Center (SOC), AWS SOC Cloud Operations

Amazon Web Services Security Operations Center (AWS-SOC) is seeking a Security Engineer to join their Cloud Operations Team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud security technologies while managing security issues globally. The position is based in the Dulles, VA SOC location and requires a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced, technical environment.

The role combines hands-on security operations with incident response, requiring strong troubleshooting, technical, and communication skills. You'll work closely with AWS Security Engineers and Technical Program Managers, coordinating security responses across numerous service teams. The position offers significant career growth potential as you develop new security skills and expertise in cloud security.

Amazon Security values diverse experiences and maintains an inclusive team culture where ongoing DEI events and learning experiences are part of the environment. The organization is responsible for maintaining security across all Amazon's products and services, from cloud to retail to healthcare. You'll have opportunities to work with various technologies and domains while contributing to protecting one of the world's largest technology companies.

The role offers excellent work-life harmony with flexible work arrangements, comprehensive training resources, and career development opportunities. You'll be part of a team that embodies Amazon's leadership principles, especially Learn and Be Curious, Earns Trust, and Dives Deep. If you're passionate about security, eager to learn, and want to make a significant impact in cloud security, this role offers an excellent opportunity to grow your career while working on challenging and meaningful problems.

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Responsibilities For Security Engineer, AWS Security Operations Center (SOC), AWS SOC Cloud Operations

  • Coordinate and facilitate security response activities for AWS products and services
  • Drive Tier 1 and Tier 2 related issues to resolution
  • Work with service teams and senior AWS Security Engineers
  • Support AWS Security Engineers and Technical Program Managers with security operations
  • Handle incident response activities

Requirements For Security Engineer, AWS Security Operations Center (SOC), AWS SOC Cloud Operations

Linux
  • BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or 3+ years' equivalent technology experience
  • Minimum of 2 years' experience on a Security Operations team
  • Experience coordinating responses to security incidents
  • 1+ year knowledge of web protocols, common attacks, and in-depth knowledge of Linux/Unix tools and architecture

Benefits For Security Engineer, AWS Security Operations Center (SOC), AWS SOC Cloud Operations

  • Flexible work hours
  • Career growth opportunities
  • Training and development resources
  • Work-life harmony
  • Inclusive team culture
  • Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences

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