Security Engineer, Incident Response

Global technology company leading in e-commerce, cloud computing, and digital innovation
Security
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Cybersecurity · Enterprise SaaS · E-Commerce

Description For Security Engineer, Incident Response

Amazon's Security Incident Response Team (SIRT) is seeking qualified Security Engineers to join their innovative Information Security team. This role focuses on responding to security events, conducting threat analysis, and safeguarding sensitive data across Amazon's vast e-commerce platform. The position requires expertise in forensics, malware analysis, network security, and threat intelligence.

As a Security Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of protecting one of the world's largest technology companies. You'll work with sophisticated detection systems and vulnerability analysis tools, responding to potential threats and conducting root-cause analysis. The role offers unique challenges in solving security issues at scale, requiring both broad and deep technical knowledge.

The team values work-life harmony and provides flexible working arrangements. Amazon Security embraces diverse experiences and perspectives, fostering an inclusive environment where continuous learning is encouraged. You'll have access to extensive training resources and career development opportunities while working alongside talented professionals in a follow-the-sun model.

This position offers the chance to make a significant impact on Amazon's security posture, working with multiple teams across the organization. You'll be part of a team that's essential to maintaining customer trust and delivering secure customer experiences across Amazon's diverse portfolio of products and services.

The ideal candidate will have strong incident response capabilities, experience with security monitoring tools, and proficiency in scripting languages. You'll have the opportunity to mentor others, contribute to improving security practices, and stay current with evolving security threats in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

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Responsibilities For Security Engineer, Incident Response

  • Responding to security incidents and coordinating response across multiple teams
  • Providing security engineering solutions during customer-facing incidents
  • Developing pragmatic solutions that meet business requirements while maintaining risk levels
  • Identifying and recommending solutions to improve incident response capabilities
  • Mentoring Information Security engineers
  • Evaluating security trends and coordinating responses
  • Participating in follow-the-sun on-call rotation

Requirements For Security Engineer, Incident Response

Python
Linux
  • BS in Computer Science, Information Security, and 3+ years of related professional experience or 5+ years of related professional experience
  • Experience with common security monitoring, log analysis and forensic tools
  • Proficient in one or more scripting languages (E.g: Python, Perl, Bash, PowerShell, etc.)
  • Able to perform DFIR and provide incident command at all stages while coordinating with various teams

Benefits For Security Engineer, Incident Response

Mental Health Assistance
  • Flexible work hours
  • Work-life harmony
  • Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences
  • Training and career development resources
  • Knowledge-sharing opportunities

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