Security Engineer, AWS Trust & Safety

AWS Trust and Safety (T&S) Risk & Response (R&R) is seeking a motivated Security Engineer to join their team. This role combines incident response, threat investigation, and security solution development. As a Security Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of protecting AWS customers and infrastructure from security threats.

The position offers a unique opportunity to work with AWS's primary organization responsible for mitigating customer resources that violate the AWS AUP. You'll collaborate closely with AWS service teams and act as a technical leader within the T&S organization. The role requires deep understanding of cloud security incidents, mitigation strategies, and the ability to provide guidance to frontline employees.

Your responsibilities will span from developing automation solutions and conducting threat analysis to engaging with customers and stakeholders. You'll use your expertise in Python and SQL to create tools that help scale security operations. The role involves participating in 24/7 on-call duties and managing high-impact security situations.

AWS offers a supportive environment focused on work-life harmony, inclusive team culture, and continuous learning. You'll find opportunities for knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and career advancement. The company strongly values diversity and provides comprehensive support for employees, including disability accommodations.

The ideal candidate combines technical expertise with strong communication skills, bringing 5+ years of experience in cloud security or related fields. You should be passionate about security, adaptable to a fast-paced environment, and capable of handling multiple priorities while maintaining high standards of operational excellence.

Join AWS in Cape Town and be part of a team that's essential to maintaining the security and integrity of the world's leading cloud platform. This role offers the chance to work on challenging security problems while contributing to the protection of AWS's global infrastructure and customers.