Security Engineer II, Dedicated Security Team

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

Description For Security Engineer II, Dedicated Security Team

Amazon is seeking a Security Engineer II to join their Dedicated Security Team, focusing on protecting customer trust through advanced security measures. This role combines technical expertise with leadership influence, requiring a security generalist with deep expertise in specific areas. The position involves leading security diligence for acquisitions, designing security roadmaps, and implementing innovative security solutions across Amazon's vast ecosystem.

The role demands both technical acumen and strong communication skills, as you'll be responsible for articulating risks to various audiences and harmonizing different opinions while prioritizing security concerns. You'll work on unprecedented scale, supporting Amazon's diverse subsidiary networks and driving continuous process improvements.

As part of Amazon's security organization, you'll have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of areas including cloud, devices, retail, entertainment, healthcare, and physical stores. The company strongly values work-life harmony and provides resources to ensure team members focus on high-value tasks with minimal on-call disruption.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $136,000 to $212,800 per year, depending on location and experience, plus additional benefits including equity and sign-on payments. Amazon provides a comprehensive benefits package and emphasizes career growth through continuous learning and development opportunities.

This role is perfect for someone who combines strong technical security knowledge with excellent communication skills and a desire to work at scale. You'll be part of an inclusive team culture that values diversity of thought and continuous learning, while helping secure one of the world's largest technology companies.

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Responsibilities For Security Engineer II, Dedicated Security Team

  • Communicate effectively at multiple levels of management and engineering
  • Identify and drive continuous process improvements at unprecedented scale
  • Support and deliver scalable security solutions across diverse subsidiary networks
  • Perform threat modeling and turn that into actionable plans to reduce risk
  • Conduct pre-acquisition security due diligence interviews
  • Create post-close secure integration roadmaps for new acquisitions
  • Act as a Trusted Advisor to new and existing subsidiaries
  • Identify the need for and evaluate security tooling

Requirements For Security Engineer II, Dedicated Security Team

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 experience
  • Knowledge of networking protocols such as HTTP, DNS and TCP/IP

Benefits For Security Engineer II, Dedicated Security Team

Medical Insurance
401k
Equity
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Work-life harmony focus
  • Training and career growth opportunities
  • Equity compensation available
  • Sign-on payments available

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