Security Engineer (IAM), Amazon Security

We are seeking a Security Engineer to join Amazons Identity and Access Management (IAM) this role youll collaborate with experienced engineers to participate in architectural reviews and threat models while developing and supporting Amazons IAM initiatives. Youll be at the forefront of ensuring secure access across our complex global environment helping to develop policies and procedures for identity lifecycle management and providing valuable input on authentication and authorization designs.

At Amazon we believe in learning through doing. As a new engineer on our team youll work alongside seasoned security professionals who will mentor you in collecting and analyzing data developing technical solutions and communicating security concepts to diverse audiences. Youll gain hands-on experience with enterprise-scale IAM systems while contributing to projects that directly impact Amazons security posture. We understand that IAM is a specialized field and were committed to helping you build expertise in this crucial security domain.

Were looking for individuals who are passionate about security eager to learn and ready to tackle complex challenges. Youll be joining a team that values innovation embraces new ideas and consistently strives to improve our security infrastructure. While prior IAM experience is not required we seek candidates who demonstrate strong analytical abilities excellent communication skills and a genuine interest in identity security. If youre excited about starting your security career in an environment where you can make a significant impact while learning from industry experts we want to hear from you!


Key job responsibilities
- Implementing SAST/DAST detections and applying security best practices to business units and applications.
- Protecting and securing Amazon authentication and authorization workflows.
- Participate in the analysis troubleshooting investigation and remediation of identity security related activities and events.
- Implement and maintain automated security audits to ensure identity workflows adhere to industry standard security requirements.
- Create and maintain scripts to automate the generation of reports across various technologies.
- Collaborate with other Amazon Security Engineers to support cross-team programs and solutions.
- Work with teams on technologies such as Windows Single-Sign-On Kerberos FIDO/FIDO2 Passwordless Authentication AuthZ AuthN and Auditing.

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.

Work/Life Balance
We value work-life 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.

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.

Mentorship and Career growth
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing training and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

- 2 years of web protocols common security attacks and remediation (non-internship) experience
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Computer Science or a related field
- Knowledge of system security vulnerabilities and remediation techniques including penetration testing and the development of exploits or equivalent
- Experience with web protocols common security attacks and remediation (non-internship)
- Experience solving basic problems by writing code or scripts with some assistance

- Experience with AWS services or other cloud offerings

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.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at TX Austin - 136000.00 - 184000.00 USD annually