Security Engineer I (SEC), AWS Security Incident Response
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15 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
AWS Security Incident Response is looking for technical Security Engineers that are passionate about learning new concepts and work well within a team environment to keep customers secure. We value engineers that can work through ambiguity to identify suspicious activity lead security response and can explain technical security concepts to non-technical audiences.
Key job responsibilities
* Respond to threat findings that indicate unauthorized activity has occurred
* Identify evaluate and communicate security threats risks and vulnerabilities and propose recommended remediation for security issues.
* Contribute to the development of security automation and security posture improvements.
* Track and report on the effectiveness of AWS detective controls such as Amazon GuardDuty and partner products such as CrowdStrike Falcon or Wiz Defend
* Develop processes and policies to increase security response effectiveness.
* On-call support: This role requires periodic on-call responsibilities including weekends.
A day in the life
As a Security Engineer in AWS Security Incident Response your responsibilities include monitoring networks and systems for potential threats performing triage for security alerts documenting suspicious activity and reporting issues so they can be adequately handled. You will work alongside our security engineers and partner teams to perform daily threat detection and incident response using the full capability of AWS technologies and services to detect and mitigate cyber threats at a massive scale and help protect AWS Customers. You should also enjoy learning about the most up-to-date new technologies and procedures to protect information systems and data.
About the team
AWS Security Incident Response provides 24/7 threat monitoring investigation and response across for customers AWS environments. The service enhances existing security capabilities by providing security monitoring for all native AWS services and supports vendor agnostic detective and protective controls to provide holistic security controls for customers. This is done by leveraging data on common attack techniques to enhance detective controls and incident response then building auto-remediation capabilities to minimize disruption to customer workloads. When a security event does happen you will be there provide guidance.
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Computer Science or a related field
- Experience with web protocols common security attacks and remediation (non-internship)
- Knowledge of system network and OS
- Experience solving basic problems by writing code or scripts with some assistance
- Experience with AWS services or other cloud offerings
- Experience triaging security alerts front-line analysis and escalation
- GCIH (GIAC Certified Incident Handler) or GSEC (GIAC Security Essentials) or Security
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.
Key job responsibilities
* Respond to threat findings that indicate unauthorized activity has occurred
* Identify evaluate and communicate security threats risks and vulnerabilities and propose recommended remediation for security issues.
* Contribute to the development of security automation and security posture improvements.
* Track and report on the effectiveness of AWS detective controls such as Amazon GuardDuty and partner products such as CrowdStrike Falcon or Wiz Defend
* Develop processes and policies to increase security response effectiveness.
* On-call support: This role requires periodic on-call responsibilities including weekends.
A day in the life
As a Security Engineer in AWS Security Incident Response your responsibilities include monitoring networks and systems for potential threats performing triage for security alerts documenting suspicious activity and reporting issues so they can be adequately handled. You will work alongside our security engineers and partner teams to perform daily threat detection and incident response using the full capability of AWS technologies and services to detect and mitigate cyber threats at a massive scale and help protect AWS Customers. You should also enjoy learning about the most up-to-date new technologies and procedures to protect information systems and data.
About the team
AWS Security Incident Response provides 24/7 threat monitoring investigation and response across for customers AWS environments. The service enhances existing security capabilities by providing security monitoring for all native AWS services and supports vendor agnostic detective and protective controls to provide holistic security controls for customers. This is done by leveraging data on common attack techniques to enhance detective controls and incident response then building auto-remediation capabilities to minimize disruption to customer workloads. When a security event does happen you will be there provide guidance.
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Computer Science or a related field
- Experience with web protocols common security attacks and remediation (non-internship)
- Knowledge of system network and OS
- Experience solving basic problems by writing code or scripts with some assistance
- Experience with AWS services or other cloud offerings
- Experience triaging security alerts front-line analysis and escalation
- GCIH (GIAC Certified Incident Handler) or GSEC (GIAC Security Essentials) or Security
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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