Security Engineer II, Offensive Security Penetration Testing
Description For Security Engineer II, Offensive Security Penetration Testing
Amazon's Information Security Penetration Testing Team is seeking a Security Engineer to join their elite cybersecurity unit. This role offers a unique opportunity to protect Amazon's vast digital infrastructure by actively identifying and addressing security vulnerabilities. As a Security Engineer, you'll conduct penetration testing across Amazon's services, applications, and websites, working alongside highly skilled security professionals.
The position demands expertise in multiple security domains and involves close collaboration with teams throughout Amazon's Security organization. You'll gain deep technical insights into Amazon's architecture while discovering new ways to test and strengthen security measures. The role requires strong technical judgment, resilience in ambiguous situations, and the ability to balance immediate security needs with long-term business objectives.
Amazon Security values diverse experiences and maintains an inclusive culture where ongoing DEI events and learning opportunities are integral to professional growth. The team offers extensive resources for career development and knowledge-sharing, ensuring continuous learning and skill enhancement. Work-life harmony is prioritized through flexible arrangements, supporting both professional success and personal well-being.
Key responsibilities include conducting sophisticated penetration tests, developing detailed security assessments, contributing to team tooling and innovation, and influencing security priorities across the organization. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with strong communication skills, demonstrating customer obsession in keeping Amazon and its users secure.
This role offers competitive compensation ranging from $136,000 to $212,800 annually, based on location and experience, plus comprehensive benefits. Join Amazon Security to tackle complex challenges, accelerate your career growth, and contribute to protecting one of the world's largest technology ecosystems.
Responsibilities For Security Engineer II, Offensive Security Penetration Testing
- Conducting high quality application penetration tests independently, or as part of a team
- Creating detailed engagement plans and thoroughly documenting findings, gaps, and remediation recommendations
- Contributing to team tooling, innovation, and process improvements
- Communicating and collaborating with partner security teams, service owners, and senior leadership
Requirements For Security Engineer II, Offensive Security Penetration Testing
- 3+ years of programming in Python, Ruby, Go, Swift, Java, .Net, C++ or similar object oriented language
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
- 3+ years of threat modeling, secure coding, identity management and authentication, software development, cryptography, system administration and network security experience
- 3+ years of experience in a penetration testing or similar offensive security role
Benefits For Security Engineer II, Offensive Security Penetration Testing
- Medical, financial, and other benefits
- Flexible work hours
- Training and career development resources
- Inclusive team culture
- Work-life harmony
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