Security Engineer, AWS SOC

The Amazon Web Services Security Operations Center (AWS-SOC) Cloud Operations Team is seeking a Security Engineer to join their global security management team. This role is crucial in protecting AWS's digital infrastructure and responding to security threats worldwide.

The position offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge security technologies and handle real-world security challenges at a massive scale. As a Security Engineer in Detections, you'll be responsible for monitoring and analyzing security alerts, developing detection rules, conducting forensic analysis, and coordinating incident response activities.

Amazon Security values diverse experiences and maintains an inclusive team culture where ongoing DEI events and learning experiences are part of the workplace. The role offers significant opportunities for professional growth through knowledge-sharing, training, and career advancement resources.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Real-time threat detection and response
• Development and optimization of security detection rules
• Incident investigation and forensic analysis
• Collaboration with threat intelligence teams
• Security tool maintenance and optimization

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $125,500 to $212,800 per year based on location, plus additional benefits including equity, sign-on payments, and comprehensive medical and financial benefits. Amazon emphasizes work-life harmony with flexible work arrangements.

This role is perfect for security professionals who embody Amazon's leadership principles, especially "Learn and Be Curious," "Earns Trust," and "Dives Deep." The position offers the chance to work with a diverse team, tackle complex security challenges, and contribute to protecting one of the world's largest cloud infrastructure providers.