Security Engineer II, Offensive Security Penetration Testing

Global technology company leading in e-commerce, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence
Security
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Remote
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Cybersecurity · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Security Engineer II, Offensive Security Penetration Testing

Amazon's Information Security Penetration Testing Team is seeking a Security Engineer to strengthen their security infrastructure. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a team of highly skilled professionals in protecting Amazon's vast digital ecosystem. As a Security Engineer, you'll be responsible for identifying vulnerabilities in Amazon's services, applications, and websites through sophisticated penetration testing techniques. The position requires strong technical expertise across multiple domains and involves direct collaboration with various business verticals, providing deep insights into Amazon's technical operations. You'll work closely with teams throughout the Amazon Security organization, providing technical leadership while discovering and implementing innovative security solutions. The role demands excellent judgment in balancing immediate security needs with long-term business objectives, strong problem-solving abilities, and a customer-focused mindset. Amazon offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that values diversity and continuous learning. This position is ideal for security professionals who are passionate about offensive security and want to make a significant impact in protecting one of the world's largest technology companies.

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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 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
  • Attacking Amazon's services, applications, and websites to discover security issues
  • Providing technical leadership and advice to teams throughout Amazon

Requirements For Security Engineer II, Offensive Security Penetration Testing

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
  • 3+ years of experience in threat modeling, secure coding, identity management and authentication, software development, cryptography, system administration and network security
  • 3+ years of experience in a penetration testing or similar offensive security role

Benefits For Security Engineer II, Offensive Security Penetration Testing

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

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