Senior Security Incident Response Engineer, AWS, AWS CorpSec Response

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's largest cloud provider, focusing on delivering secure and innovative cloud computing solutions.
$143,300 - $247,600
Security
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
7+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS · Cybersecurity

Description For Senior Security Incident Response Engineer, AWS, AWS CorpSec Response

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Senior Security Incident Response Engineer to join their elite security team. This role sits at the intersection of cloud computing and cybersecurity, offering an opportunity to protect the world's largest cloud infrastructure. The position demands a security professional who can thrive in dynamic situations, combining both offensive and defensive security mindsets.

The role involves leading security incident responses across AWS's global infrastructure, requiring expertise in operating system security, network security, cryptography, malware analysis, and forensics. You'll be part of a global team where clear communication and collaboration are essential, working to protect Amazon's vast internal network through monitoring and response activities.

This position offers significant growth potential within Amazon's security organization, with opportunities to influence security practices at scale. You'll work with cutting-edge technology, build automation tools, and contribute to protecting millions of AWS customers worldwide. The role combines technical leadership with mentoring responsibilities, making it ideal for security professionals who want to make a broad impact.

Amazon offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $143,300 to $247,600 based on location, plus equity and comprehensive benefits. The company's commitment to work-life harmony, inclusive culture, and continuous learning makes it an attractive destination for security professionals looking to advance their careers.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of security experience, strong programming skills, and a proven track record in incident response. This role offers the unique opportunity to work on complex security challenges while helping shape the future of cloud security at AWS.

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Responsibilities For Senior Security Incident Response Engineer, AWS, AWS CorpSec Response

  • Lead response to security issues across AWS
  • Conduct security monitoring and response activities for Amazon internal network
  • Design and build tooling for programmatic automation at massive scale
  • Work across multiple security teams providing security and technical guidance
  • Influence team's and partners' process, priorities using data
  • Provide technical and strategic guidance to senior leaders
  • Identify opportunities to prevent security issues at scale
  • Mentor and develop teammates technically and professionally

Requirements For Senior Security Incident Response Engineer, AWS, AWS CorpSec Response

Linux
Python
  • BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent related field
  • 7+ years of demonstrated experience with systems, network, and/or application security
  • 5+ years experience on a Security team, especially experience coordinating responses to security incidents
  • 1 year proficiency with one high-level programming or scripting language
  • Experience leading and coaching junior security engineers
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits For Senior Security Incident Response Engineer, AWS, AWS CorpSec Response

Medical Insurance
401k
Mental Health Assistance
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Flexible work hours
  • Career development resources
  • Training opportunities
  • Inclusive team culture
  • Work-life harmony

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