AWS Infrastructure Services Detection Engineering, Security Engineer, Infrastructure Security

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Security Engineer II to join their Infrastructure Security Threat Operations team. This role is crucial in protecting AWS's vast cloud infrastructure through threat detection and response. The position involves sophisticated security monitoring, threat analysis, and development of automated detection systems.

The ideal candidate will combine strong programming skills with deep security expertise to build and enhance AWS's threat detection capabilities. You'll work at the intersection of security and infrastructure, developing solutions that operate at massive scale to protect AWS's global cloud platform.

Key responsibilities include researching and identifying security threats, implementing detection systems, and collaborating with the Threat Response team to streamline security workflows. You'll need to balance immediate security needs with long-term strategic goals while working with cutting-edge cloud technology.

This role offers an opportunity to impact cloud security at a global scale, working with world-class teams and technology. AWS's culture of innovation means you'll be encouraged to develop novel solutions rather than just implementing off-the-shelf tools. The position offers competitive compensation ($136,000-$212,800 based on location) and comprehensive benefits.

The role requires 3+ years of programming experience, strong networking knowledge, and security expertise. You'll be joining a team that values ownership, innovation, and technical excellence, working on security challenges at unprecedented scale. If you're passionate about cloud security and want to protect millions of AWS customers while working with cutting-edge technology, this role offers an exceptional opportunity for career growth and impact.