Sr. Penetration Testing Engineer, AWS Penetration Testing

Amazon is a global technology company leading in e-commerce, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence.
$143,300 - $247,600
Security
Senior Software Engineer
Remote
5+ years of experience
Cybersecurity · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Sr. Penetration Testing Engineer, AWS Penetration Testing

Join AWS's Penetration Testing team as a Senior Security Engineer where you'll be at the forefront of protecting Amazon's vast cloud infrastructure and services. This role combines deep technical expertise in security testing with strategic thinking to safeguard AWS services and customers.

As a Sr. Penetration Testing Engineer, you'll be responsible for conducting comprehensive security assessments of AWS products, services, and software. Your work will involve discovering unique security vulnerabilities that automated tools might miss, developing custom tools to enhance testing efficiency, and directly influencing how Amazon services respond to and mitigate security threats.

The position requires expertise in multiple programming languages and security testing methodologies. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies across AWS's extensive service portfolio, from cloud computing to hardware systems. Your responsibilities will include manual code audits, penetration testing, and developing proof-of-concept exploits to demonstrate security risks.

Amazon offers a dynamic work environment with significant opportunities for growth and impact. The company values diverse experiences and perspectives, providing extensive resources for professional development. You'll be part of a team that prioritizes work-life harmony, offering flexible work arrangements and comprehensive benefits.

Key aspects of the role include collaborating with AWS developers to improve application security, providing clear technical guidance, and contributing to the overall security posture of AWS services. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $143,300 to $247,600 based on location and experience, plus additional benefits and potential equity compensation.

This is an excellent opportunity for security professionals who are passionate about finding and fixing security issues at scale, enjoy technical challenges, and want to make a significant impact on cloud security. The role combines hands-on technical work with strategic security planning, making it ideal for those looking to advance their careers in cloud security while working with some of the most sophisticated technology infrastructure in the world.

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Responsibilities For Sr. Penetration Testing Engineer, AWS Penetration Testing

  • Perform penetration testing of complex proprietary software and hardware for AWS services
  • Manually audit the source code of web services and software authored in-house by Amazon
  • Write proof of concept code to demonstrate the severity of potential security issues
  • Provide clear communication on issues to developers and suggest/help test fixes
  • Partner with AWS developers to drive improvement in application security
  • Provide actionable long-term risk mitigation guidance

Requirements For Sr. Penetration Testing Engineer, AWS Penetration Testing

Python
Java
JavaScript
Ruby
Rust
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, similar degree, or equivalent professional experience
  • 5+ years of experience in security testing (Penetration testing, Vulnerability testing, Red teaming, bug hunting or CTF experience)
  • 5+ years of experience with manually auditing source code
  • 5+ years of experience scripting in Python or other equivalent interpreted languages
  • 5+ years of professional experience with security engineering practices

Benefits For Sr. Penetration Testing Engineer, AWS Penetration Testing

Medical Insurance
  • Flexible work hours and arrangements
  • Comprehensive medical benefits
  • Career development and training opportunities
  • Diverse and inclusive workplace culture
  • Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences

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