Security Engineer, AWS Security
Security Engineer, AWS Security
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05-05-2025
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Yearly Salary
$ 136000 - 212800
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Posted on :
05-05-2025
Job Description
Amazon Web Services (AWS) Security seeks a passionate and innovative Security Engineer for the AWS Vulnerability Management (AVM) team. At AWS security is job zero and our AVM team leads the way in securing our cloud services. We continuously raise the bar for security by blending analytics cybersecurity skills and technical expertise to protect our customers and the cloud. We are datadriven set big goals and are always challenging ourselves and each other to identify better solutions and take on new challenges
As a security engineer you will focus on host operating systems (OS) patching and enable software builders to improve their services security posture. You will define and execute both shortterm and longterm strategies for vulnerability remediation and drive remediation activities across AWSs vast scale. Youll work closely with the builders to gain deep insights into their operational constraints architectural consideration and compensating control and partner with senior security engineers to review refine and optimize remediation plans.
Your impact will be critical in helping AWS maintain toptier security by balancing risk and service delivery. Youll focus on identifying security trends enhancing security visibility and recommending improvements to our security posture.
Key job responsibilities
Collaborate closely with service teams to identify opportunities to improve the overall security posture
Partnering with product teams across AWS to develop scalable solutions to security problems
Developing tooling to automate and refine vulnerability management processes
Identifying security risks through data analytics.
Identifying and owning projects that continuously improve proactive security across AWS
Periodic oncall responsibilities
About the team
Diverse Experiences
Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the 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 flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home theres nothing we cant achieve.
3 years of programming in Python Ruby Go Swift Java .Net C or similar object oriented language experience
Bachelors degree in computer science or equivalent
Knowledge of networking protocols such as HTTP DNS and TCP/IP
Knowledge of system security vulnerabilities and remediation techniques.
2 years of any combination of the following: threat modeling experience secure coding identity management and authentication software development cryptography system administration and network security experience
Experience with AWS products and services
Experience with programming languages such as Python Java C
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability 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.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $136000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $212800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
As a security engineer you will focus on host operating systems (OS) patching and enable software builders to improve their services security posture. You will define and execute both shortterm and longterm strategies for vulnerability remediation and drive remediation activities across AWSs vast scale. Youll work closely with the builders to gain deep insights into their operational constraints architectural consideration and compensating control and partner with senior security engineers to review refine and optimize remediation plans.
Your impact will be critical in helping AWS maintain toptier security by balancing risk and service delivery. Youll focus on identifying security trends enhancing security visibility and recommending improvements to our security posture.
Key job responsibilities
Collaborate closely with service teams to identify opportunities to improve the overall security posture
Partnering with product teams across AWS to develop scalable solutions to security problems
Developing tooling to automate and refine vulnerability management processes
Identifying security risks through data analytics.
Identifying and owning projects that continuously improve proactive security across AWS
Periodic oncall responsibilities
About the team
Diverse Experiences
Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the 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 flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home theres nothing we cant achieve.
3 years of programming in Python Ruby Go Swift Java .Net C or similar object oriented language experience
Bachelors degree in computer science or equivalent
Knowledge of networking protocols such as HTTP DNS and TCP/IP
Knowledge of system security vulnerabilities and remediation techniques.
2 years of any combination of the following: threat modeling experience secure coding identity management and authentication software development cryptography system administration and network security experience
Experience with AWS products and services
Experience with programming languages such as Python Java C
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability 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.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $136000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $212800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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