Security Engineer, AWS Security

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a leading cloud computing platform providing scalable and secure cloud services.
Security
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Cybersecurity · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Security Engineer, AWS Security

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a talented Security Engineer to join their AWS Security team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on active defense systems that detect and mitigate security incidents at scale. As a Security Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of cloud security, working with cutting-edge technologies and massive datasets to protect AWS infrastructure and customers.

The position combines technical security expertise with data analysis and automation. You'll collaborate with data scientists and engineers to build automated security controls, analyze security-relevant data, and develop innovative solutions to complex security challenges. The role requires strong programming skills, particularly in languages like Python, Java, or Go, and a deep understanding of security principles and threat detection.

AWS offers an exceptional environment for professional growth, with access to vast resources, mentorship opportunities, and the chance to work on security challenges at unprecedented scale. The company's commitment to diversity and inclusion, along with its focus on work-life harmony, makes it an ideal place for security professionals to advance their careers.

The role is based in London and offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with comprehensive training and career development programs. You'll be part of a team that values continuous learning, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence in security.

This is an excellent opportunity for security professionals who are passionate about building and maintaining secure systems at scale, enjoy working with data, and want to make a significant impact on cloud security. Join AWS Security to help protect millions of customers while working with some of the most advanced security technologies in the industry.

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Responsibilities For Security Engineer, AWS Security

  • Design, test, and implement detection and mitigation controls
  • Work with data scientists and engineers on security solutions
  • Extract knowledge from raw data and perform security analysis
  • Work with threat intelligence and incident response teams
  • Identify and codify attacker methodology into automated analyses
  • Improve security for large scale complex cloud solutions

Requirements For Security Engineer, AWS Security

Python
Java
Go
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
  • Knowledge of networking protocols such as HTTP, DNS and TCP/IP
  • Experience programming in Python, Ruby, Go, Swift, Java, .Net, C++ or similar object oriented language
  • Understanding of Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) used by threat actors or groups
  • Knowledge of host and network telemetry data (e.g., process lists, application logs, NetFlow)

Benefits For Security Engineer, AWS Security

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
  • Training and career development opportunities
  • Work-life balance
  • Mentorship programs
  • Diverse and inclusive work environment

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