Security Engineer II Third Party Security
Security Engineer II Third Party Security
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17-04-2025
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The Third Party Security (TPS) team looking for a highly motivated Security Engineer. TPS is responsible for managing security risks of using third parties and third party products which get access to Amazons data. TPS helps with security risk reduction by identifying required security measures helping determine acceptable methods of meeting security control objectives including application of compensating controls or other riskreduction activities. If you enjoy working at scale in a rapidly changing environment and influencing the protection of our customers within a large global organization this position will provide you with a challenging opportunity.
As a Security Engineer you will collaborate with business teams software development teams security engineering teams and Third Parties to identify security risks and lower security risks to an acceptable level. In this role you may contribute by conducting security deepdives consulting on securing integrations of third party products with Amazon services advising on security configurations building mechanisms to identify and monitor usage of third parties by Amazon and improving existing capabilities of the TPS team.
The ideal candidate combines technical acumen with an ability to lead by influence and communicate clearly. Technically this person will be a security generalist with two or more areas of deep expertise. In their communication they will clearly articulate risks to technical and nontechnical audiences alike. Interpersonally successful candidates will effectively harmonize disparate opinions while effectively prioritizing risks to guide their partners towards secure solutions.
Key job responsibilities
* Independently solving security problems that require novel methods or approaches
* Developing security architecture and design guidance
* Leading security projects (including security reviews and creation of new security practices) with endtoend ownership
* Developing of prototypes of security automation tools
* Creating updating and maintaining threat models for a wide variety of use cases
* Acting as technical subject matter expert on riskbased security reviews and assessments
* Collecting/reviewing data from multiple sources to take a security decision
* Communicating security findings to senior leadership and other stakeholders
* Serving as an advisor on security issues for business teams.
* Influencing your teams and partners process priorities and choices to improve outcomes
* Building evolving and improving sustainable processes and measurement systems to ensure delivery on security goals
About the team
About Amazon Security
Diverse Experiences
Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting hasnt followed a traditional path or includes alternative experiences dont let it stop you from applying.
Why Amazon Security
At Amazon security is central to maintaining customer trust and delivering delightful customer experiences. Our organization is responsible for creating and maintaining a high bar for security across all of Amazons products and services. We offer talented security professionals the chance to accelerate their careers with opportunities to build experience in a wide variety of areas including cloud devices retail entertainment healthcare operations and physical stores.
Inclusive Team Culture
In Amazon Security its in our nature to learn and be curious. Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences inspire us to continue learning and to embrace our uniqueness. Addressing the toughest security challenges requires that we seek out and celebrate a diversity of ideas perspectives and voices.
Training & Career Growth
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledgesharing training and other careeradvancing resources here to help you develop into a betterrounded professional.
Work/Life Balance
We value worklife harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home theres nothing we cant achieve.
Hybrid Work
We value innovation and recognize this sometimes requires uninterrupted time to focus. We also value inperson collaboration and time spent facetoface.
Bachelors degree in computer science or equivalent
5 years of relevant Information Security experience
Minimum of 3 years of experience with at least two of the following: threat modeling experience secure coding identity management and authentication software development cryptography penetration testing cloud security mobile security and network security
Intermediate knowledge and understanding of security engineering system and network security authentication and security protocols cryptography or application security
Ability to discover and communicate deep technical issues in terms of business risk with subject matter specialists nonexperts and senior leaders
Excellent judgement in assessing and prioritizing technical risk
Consistent demonstration of utilizing automation to solve recurring problems at scale
Excellent leadership teamwork and collaboration skills
Skilled in risk management business risk analysis and making complex business/risk tradeoff recommendations and decisions
Resultsoriented high energy selfmotivated
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation protected veteran status disability age or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
As a Security Engineer you will collaborate with business teams software development teams security engineering teams and Third Parties to identify security risks and lower security risks to an acceptable level. In this role you may contribute by conducting security deepdives consulting on securing integrations of third party products with Amazon services advising on security configurations building mechanisms to identify and monitor usage of third parties by Amazon and improving existing capabilities of the TPS team.
The ideal candidate combines technical acumen with an ability to lead by influence and communicate clearly. Technically this person will be a security generalist with two or more areas of deep expertise. In their communication they will clearly articulate risks to technical and nontechnical audiences alike. Interpersonally successful candidates will effectively harmonize disparate opinions while effectively prioritizing risks to guide their partners towards secure solutions.
Key job responsibilities
* Independently solving security problems that require novel methods or approaches
* Developing security architecture and design guidance
* Leading security projects (including security reviews and creation of new security practices) with endtoend ownership
* Developing of prototypes of security automation tools
* Creating updating and maintaining threat models for a wide variety of use cases
* Acting as technical subject matter expert on riskbased security reviews and assessments
* Collecting/reviewing data from multiple sources to take a security decision
* Communicating security findings to senior leadership and other stakeholders
* Serving as an advisor on security issues for business teams.
* Influencing your teams and partners process priorities and choices to improve outcomes
* Building evolving and improving sustainable processes and measurement systems to ensure delivery on security goals
About the team
About Amazon Security
Diverse Experiences
Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting hasnt followed a traditional path or includes alternative experiences dont let it stop you from applying.
Why Amazon Security
At Amazon security is central to maintaining customer trust and delivering delightful customer experiences. Our organization is responsible for creating and maintaining a high bar for security across all of Amazons products and services. We offer talented security professionals the chance to accelerate their careers with opportunities to build experience in a wide variety of areas including cloud devices retail entertainment healthcare operations and physical stores.
Inclusive Team Culture
In Amazon Security its in our nature to learn and be curious. Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences inspire us to continue learning and to embrace our uniqueness. Addressing the toughest security challenges requires that we seek out and celebrate a diversity of ideas perspectives and voices.
Training & Career Growth
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledgesharing training and other careeradvancing resources here to help you develop into a betterrounded professional.
Work/Life Balance
We value worklife harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home theres nothing we cant achieve.
Hybrid Work
We value innovation and recognize this sometimes requires uninterrupted time to focus. We also value inperson collaboration and time spent facetoface.
Bachelors degree in computer science or equivalent
5 years of relevant Information Security experience
Minimum of 3 years of experience with at least two of the following: threat modeling experience secure coding identity management and authentication software development cryptography penetration testing cloud security mobile security and network security
Intermediate knowledge and understanding of security engineering system and network security authentication and security protocols cryptography or application security
Ability to discover and communicate deep technical issues in terms of business risk with subject matter specialists nonexperts and senior leaders
Excellent judgement in assessing and prioritizing technical risk
Consistent demonstration of utilizing automation to solve recurring problems at scale
Excellent leadership teamwork and collaboration skills
Skilled in risk management business risk analysis and making complex business/risk tradeoff recommendations and decisions
Resultsoriented high energy selfmotivated
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation protected veteran status disability age or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
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