Senior Security Engineer, AWS Proactive Security Builder Efficiency

Job Description

Seeking a talented Security Engineer to help uphold the AWS security bar at the lowest cost to AWS builders through strategic and technical leadership.

Requirements

• BS (or higher) in Computer Science, Cyber Security or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of experience in identifying security issues and risks, and developing mitigation plans
• 5+ years of experience in network, system and/or application security
• 5+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas: cryptography, web and network protocols, data structures and algorithms, software development, threat modeling, pen tests, or vulnerability assessments

Responsibilities

• Understand builder workflows to identify opportunities to inject security earlier in the Software Development Lifecycle
• Propose and design secure-by-default solutions
• Ensure AWS Security Bar is upheld while increasing efficiency for builders
• Represent the team to AWS service team and security leadership
• Prepare and present detailed, written technical information for internal and external audiences
• Define and monitor security metrics

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (multiple plan options)
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for mental health support
• 401(k) with company match and various investment choices
• Company-paid life/AD&D and disability insurance
• Restricted stock units (RSUs) for employee ownership
• Child care and elder care referrals, adoption assistance
• Paid maternity and parental leave (including Ramp Back)
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
• Employee discount on Amazon.com products
• Career Choice program (95% tuition and textbook coverage)