Security Engineer, AWS Vulnerability Management

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's leading cloud platform providing reliable, scalable, and secure cloud computing services.
Security
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
4+ years of experience
Cybersecurity · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Security Engineer, AWS Vulnerability Management

Amazon Web Services (AWS) Security is seeking a Security Engineer for their AWS Vulnerability Management (AVM) team. This role is crucial in maintaining AWS's cloud security, where security is considered "job zero." The position combines analytics, cybersecurity skills, and technical expertise to protect AWS customers and cloud infrastructure.

As a Security Engineer, you'll be responsible for managing and assessing vulnerabilities across AWS's vast infrastructure. Your daily work will involve interpreting vulnerability disclosures, collaborating with service teams, and driving remediation activities. The role requires deep technical knowledge in security systems and the ability to balance risk management with service delivery.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in vulnerability management, system security, and automation. You'll work in a data-driven environment where you'll set ambitious goals and constantly seek innovative solutions to complex security challenges. The position offers opportunities to make significant impacts on AWS's security posture while working with cutting-edge cloud technologies.

AWS offers a supportive and inclusive work environment with emphasis on professional growth and work-life harmony. You'll join a diverse team that values continuous learning and innovation. The company provides comprehensive benefits and focuses on career development through various training and learning resources.

This role is perfect for security professionals who are passionate about cloud security, enjoy solving complex problems, and want to work at scale. You'll have the opportunity to influence security practices that protect millions of AWS customers while working with some of the best minds in cloud security.

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Responsibilities For Security Engineer, AWS Vulnerability Management

  • Interpret and triage vulnerability disclosures
  • Collaborate with AWS experts on technical solutions
  • Review and assess vulnerabilities
  • Work with service team engineers to understand architectural mitigations
  • Establish risk-based approach to vulnerabilities
  • Standardize workflows to streamline remediation efforts
  • Provide guidance on compensating controls
  • Research potential impact of software vulnerabilities
  • Author risk assessment statements and remediation guidance
  • Develop tooling to automate vulnerability management processes
  • Periodic on-call responsibilities

Requirements For Security Engineer, AWS Vulnerability Management

Python
Java
Ruby
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or related degree; or 4+ years equivalent technology experience
  • 3 years experience in system, network, and/or application security
  • 3 years experience in threat modeling and interpreting vulnerability disclosures
  • 2 years experience building automated tools in C, C++, Java, Python, Perl, PowerShell, or Ruby
  • Strong understanding of networking, operating system internals, and system design

Benefits For Security Engineer, AWS Vulnerability Management

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
  • Flexible work hours
  • Training and career development opportunities
  • Inclusive team culture
  • Work-life harmony
  • Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences

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