Security Engineer III, AWS Vulnerability Disclosure Program
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Location: Herndon, VA 20171
Description:
AWS Security Operations is looking for a high-judgment, high-performing Security Engineer to drive engagements with security researchers and the security community. This role requires a proactive, customer-focused mindset and the ability to coordinate across teams to mitigate risks within tight time frames. Key responsibilities include cultivating strategic relationships, leading cohesive responses to security issues, and delivering results against the dynamic security landscape.
The right candidate is self-motivated with a strong background in security, combined with a passion for vulnerability disclosure management. A successful candidate is an expert at translating complex concepts into concise and well-written narratives, and has experience working on cross-functional teams in security operations. They consider business and brand risk, gracefully handle competing priorities, and proactively implement improvements and remove roadblocks. In this role, the candidate will work alongside a variety of internal teams and executives and is motivated by a dynamic culture where the challenge of breaking new ground and redefining best practices is welcome.
This position includes rotating on-call 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, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't 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 Amazon's 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, it's 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
We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, training, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
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, there's nothing we can't achieve.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or 5+ years equivalent technology experience.
- 5+ years Security Engineering experience
- Knowledge of system security vulnerabilities and remediation techniques, including penetration testing and the development of exploits or equivalent
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of security experience.
- 2+ years experience on a security operations/incident response team
- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
- Relevant industry certifications (e.g. CISSP, Security+, GIAC)
- Experience with AWS services and security concepts
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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't 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 $143,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $247,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on 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 https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
The right candidate is self-motivated with a strong background in security, combined with a passion for vulnerability disclosure management. A successful candidate is an expert at translating complex concepts into concise and well-written narratives, and has experience working on cross-functional teams in security operations. They consider business and brand risk, gracefully handle competing priorities, and proactively implement improvements and remove roadblocks. In this role, the candidate will work alongside a variety of internal teams and executives and is motivated by a dynamic culture where the challenge of breaking new ground and redefining best practices is welcome.
This position includes rotating on-call 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, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't 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 Amazon's 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, it's 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
We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, training, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
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, there's nothing we can't achieve.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or 5+ years equivalent technology experience.
- 5+ years Security Engineering experience
- Knowledge of system security vulnerabilities and remediation techniques, including penetration testing and the development of exploits or equivalent
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of security experience.
- 2+ years experience on a security operations/incident response team
- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
- Relevant industry certifications (e.g. CISSP, Security+, GIAC)
- Experience with AWS services and security concepts
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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't 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 $143,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $247,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on 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 https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.