Sr Security Engineer, AWS AppSec

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a leading cloud computing platform serving millions of customers worldwide.
$143,300 - $247,600
Security
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud · Cybersecurity

Description For Sr Security Engineer, AWS AppSec

Join AWS Security as a Senior Security Engineer and be part of securing the world's leading cloud computing platform. At Amazon Web Services (AWS), you'll work on protecting services that handle over 750 million transactions per second. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact security at massive scale, working on cutting-edge technologies including cloud services, IoT, identity management, and custom hardware.

As a Senior Security Engineer, you'll be responsible for validating and ensuring the highest security standards across AWS services, applications, and websites. Your work will directly contribute to protecting millions of customers worldwide. The role involves application security reviews, threat modeling, secure architecture design, and building security automation tools.

The position offers significant growth opportunities within AWS Security, where you'll collaborate with and learn from industry experts. You'll be expected to be a security thought leader, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to multiple domains across Amazon. The team values diverse experiences and maintains an inclusive culture focused on continuous learning.

Working at AWS Security means joining a team that's central to maintaining customer trust across all of Amazon's products and services. You'll have opportunities to work on various security areas, from cloud to healthcare and retail. The role offers work-life harmony with flexible arrangements and a supportive environment that values both professional and personal growth.

The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $143,300 to $247,600 based on location, plus equity and comprehensive benefits. If you're passionate about security at scale and want to make a significant impact while working with cutting-edge technologies, this role offers an excellent opportunity to advance your career in security engineering.

Last updated 14 days ago

Responsibilities For Sr Security Engineer, AWS AppSec

  • Application security reviews
  • Mobile security reviews
  • Secure architecture design
  • Threat modeling
  • Security training and outreach to internal development teams
  • Security guidance documentation
  • Security tool development
  • Security metrics delivery and improvements

Requirements For Sr Security Engineer, AWS AppSec

Java
Python
Ruby
  • MS in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent work experience
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience with mobile security, threat modeling, secure coding, identity management and authentication
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience with security engineering, system and network security
  • Understanding of network and web related protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, IPSEC, HTTP, HTTPS)
  • Experience with multiple programming languages
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits For Sr Security Engineer, AWS AppSec

Medical Insurance
401k
  • Medical, financial, and other benefits
  • Flexible work hours
  • Career growth opportunities
  • Training and development resources
  • Inclusive team culture

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