Zoox is seeking a seasoned Senior Cloud Security Engineer to lead the design and implementation of advanced security frameworks for our AWS cloud infrastructure. This role requires a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise in cloud security architecture network security principles and cloudnative vulnerability management. The ideal candidate will blend handson technical skills with leadership capabilities to guide both security initiatives and team development.
In this role you will:
Cloud Security Engineering and Architecture
Design and implement enterprisegrade AWS security architectures using zerotrust principles
Develop organizationwide security standards for IAM VPC configurations and data protection mechanisms
Architect multiaccount AWS environments with Security Hub GuardDuty and AWS Config integrations
Lead Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) initiatives using InfrastructureasCode (Terraform/CloudFormation)
Network Security
Design and support secure network architectures using AWS constructs (TGW GWLB Firewalls)
Implement layered defenses with WAF Firewalls Security Groups and Network ACLs
Optimize security controls for hybrid cloud environments and SDWAN integrations
Cloud Vulnerability Management
Establish riskbased vulnerability prioritization frameworks for cloud assets
Develop automated remediation pipelines using CI/CD tools and OPA policies
Conduct attack surface analysis through cloudspecific threat modeling
Leadership Expectations
Mentor a team of 2 or more Cloud Security Analysts
Lead crossfunctional collaboration with SRE ProdSec IT and Software Engineering teams
Develop security training programs and cloud security certification paths
Oversee vendor relationships for cloud security tooling and services
3 years managing technical teams in security operations or engineering
Proven experience developing security analysts through mentorship
Strong background in creating security policy frameworks and technical documentation
Qualifications:
15 years combined experience in network security and cloud security engineeringMasters degree in Cybersecurity Computer Science or equivalent professional experience
Expertlevel AWS security implementation experience 5 years in enterprise environments)
Proficiency with security automation using Python/Go and/or Terraform
Deep understanding of NIST CSF MITRE ATT&CK Cloud Matrix and CIS AWS Benchmarks
Bonus Qualifications:
AWS Certified Security Specialty
CISSP CISM or CCSP
Palo Alto Networks Certified Security Engineer
Compensation
There are three major components to compensation for this position: pay Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. The pay range for this position is $180000 to $225000. A signon bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling as well as positioning within a level is determined by a range of factors including but not limited to a candidates relevant years of experience domain knowledge and interview performance. The pay range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.
Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (e.g. sick leave vacation bereavement) unpaid time off Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights Amazon RSUs health insurance longterm care insurance longterm and shortterm disability insurance and life insurance.
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