Senior Cloud Security Engineer AWS
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Job Location:
Foster, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Zoox is looking for an AWS Cloud Security Engineer to lead the design and implementation of secure scalable and software-defined infrastructure in our AWS cloud environment. This role is responsible for establishing best-in-class security practices across AWS driving automation-first infrastructure security and partnering with engineering and platform teams to embed security into every layer of our technology stack.
Youll act as a security champion ensuring that infrastructure designs meet the highest standards of confidentiality integrity and availability while maintaining operational efficiency and scalability through Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
In this role you will:
- Lead the architecture of secure resilient AWS environments following AWS best practices.
- Architect and enforce enterprise IAM strategies including roles permissions boundaries and identity federation.
- Design and implement secure VPC topologies private connectivity and hybrid network patterns (Transit Gateway PrivateLink etc.).
- Establish continuous auditability of cloud assets and configuration states using AWS Config CloudTrail and Security Hub.
- Implement secure infrastructure using Terraform AWS CDK or CloudFormation.
Qualifications
- 8 years of hands-on experience in cloud or infrastructure security with at least 5 years focused on AWS.
- Deep technical expertise in IAM network security and AWS services (VPC ECS/EKS EC2 S3 CloudTrail KMS etc.).
- Strong proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform preferred).
- Strong understanding of encryption key management and secure connectivity.
- Programming/scripting skills (Python Go or similar) for automation and integration.
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience implementing automated compliance and audit frameworks (CIS SOC2 ISO 27001).
- Experience with container and workload security (EKS ECS Kubernetes).
- AWS Certified Security Specialty or AWS Solutions Architect Professional.
$217000 - $307000 a year
Base Salary Range
There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. 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 salary 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 long-term care insurance long-term and short-term disability insurance and life insurance.
About Zoox
Zoox is developing the first ground-up fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics machine learning and design Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. Were looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.
Accommodations
If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to emailprotected or your assigned recruiter.
A Final Note:
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Car Driving
- Access
- CFA
- Excel
- Irrigation
- Marine Services
About Company
We’re reinventing personal transportation—making the future safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable for everyone. This is on-demand autonomous ride-hailing.
