Security Engineer

Amazon is a global technology company specializing in e-commerce, cloud computing, robotics, and artificial intelligence.
$116,300 - $201,200
Security
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Robotics

Description For Security Engineer

Amazon.com is seeking a Security Engineer to develop sophisticated solutions for vulnerability management challenges. This role combines architecture, design, tooling development, and assessment with training and process automation.

The position involves working directly with Vulnerability/Exploit Analysts and Vulnerability Operation Analysts to drive remediation efforts. Key responsibilities include developing vulnerability review procedures, providing technical guidance for vulnerability resolution, and offering tier 3 security operations support.

The ideal candidate will be instrumental in developing security policies, standards, and guidelines while participating in security compliance efforts like PCI and SOX. They will implement security-focused tools and services, build strong relationships with internal teams, and drive innovation in vulnerability management.

Working at Amazon offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, parental leave, PTO, and a 401(k) plan. The company values diversity and inclusion, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about security and large-scale infrastructure.

The role requires experience in automation, programming with modern languages (Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, C++, C#, Rust), Linux/Unix systems, and CI/CD pipelines. You'll be part of Amazon Robotics, working on critical security infrastructure that protects one of the world's largest technology companies.

This position offers competitive compensation ranging from $116,300 to $201,200 per year, depending on location and experience. Amazon provides a total compensation package that may include equity, sign-on payments, and comprehensive benefits. Join a team that's dedicated to developing and maintaining robust security solutions at global scale.

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Responsibilities For Security Engineer

  • Develop procedures related to the review of vulnerabilities
  • Provide technical guidance for the resolution of vulnerabilities
  • Provide tier 3 security operations help
  • Develop security policies, standards, procedures and guidelines
  • Participate in security compliance efforts (PCI, SOX)
  • Implement and assist security-focused tools and services
  • Build information security as a core competency
  • Drive continual improvement and innovation in vulnerability management
  • Participate in on-call duties related to vulnerability management

Requirements For Security Engineer

Python
Go
Java
Ruby
Linux
  • Experience in automating, deploying, and supporting large-scale infrastructure
  • Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, C++, C#, Rust
  • Experience with Linux/Unix
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines build processes

Benefits For Security Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
401k
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Maternity and Parental Leave Options
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Equity opportunities
  • Sign-on payments

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