Senior Security Engineer, AWS Security

Global technology company leading in e-commerce, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence
$143,300 - $247,600
Security
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud · Cybersecurity

Description For Senior Security Engineer, AWS Security

Join AWS Security as a Senior Security Engineer and make a significant impact on cloud security for millions of customers worldwide. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to work on AWS's foundational services, directly influencing the security of the entire cloud infrastructure.

As a Senior Security Engineer, you'll lead security efforts for core AWS services, ensuring they meet the highest security standards. Your responsibilities include conducting application security reviews, threat modeling, building security automation, and responding to emerging threats. You'll work alongside industry experts who are building and securing AWS services, contributing to the security strategy of fundamental AWS components.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of experience in product/application security and cloud services security. You should have strong expertise in threat modeling, secure design reviews, code reviews, and penetration testing. A deep understanding of network security and protocols is essential.

At Amazon Security, we value diverse experiences and perspectives. We offer extensive opportunities for growth through knowledge-sharing, training, and career development resources. Our inclusive team culture encourages continuous learning and curiosity, while maintaining a healthy work-life balance through flexible arrangements.

The role provides competitive compensation ($143,300 - $247,600 based on location) plus equity and comprehensive benefits. You'll be part of AWS Security's mission to maintain customer trust and deliver secure customer experiences across Amazon's vast product portfolio.

Join us to tackle complex security challenges, mentor future security leaders, and shape the future of cloud security at one of the world's most innovative companies. Your work will directly impact millions of AWS customers while advancing your career in cloud security.

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Responsibilities For Senior Security Engineer, AWS Security

  • Lead efforts to secure foundational AWS services
  • Validate services, applications, and websites meet highest security standards
  • Analyze security of applications and services
  • Discover and address security issues
  • Build security automation
  • React quickly to new threat scenarios
  • Develop security strategy for core AWS components
  • Mentor junior engineers
  • Participate in security planning
  • Provide security guidance and documentation
  • Develop security tools
  • Deliver and improve security metrics

Requirements For Senior Security Engineer, AWS Security

Python
  • BS (or higher) in Computer Science, Cyber Security or related field, or equivalent work experience
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in product/application security
  • Hands-on knowledge of threat modelling, secure design reviews, code reviews and penetration testing
  • Minimum 5 years of experience securing services in cloud
  • Strong understanding of network security and protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, IPSEC, HTTP, HTTPS, routing protocols)

Benefits For Senior Security Engineer, AWS Security

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • Medical Insurance
  • Financial Benefits
  • Equity

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