Security Engineer, AWS Vulnerability Management

Amazon Web Services (AWS) Security is seeking a passionate Security Engineer to join their AWS Vulnerability Management (AVM) team. This role is crucial in maintaining AWS's commitment to security as "job zero." The position combines technical expertise in cybersecurity with analytical skills to protect cloud services and customers. As a Security Engineer, you'll be responsible for managing vulnerabilities across AWS's extensive infrastructure, working directly with service teams to implement security solutions, and driving continuous improvement in security practices.

The role requires deep technical knowledge in vulnerability assessment, system security, and automation. You'll be interpreting vulnerability disclosures, collaborating with AWS experts on technical solutions, and leading remediation activities at scale. Your work will involve detailed risk analysis, architectural security reviews, and the development of automated solutions to enhance security processes.

AWS offers an environment where you can grow professionally while working on challenging security problems at global scale. The team culture emphasizes continuous learning, diversity of thought, and work-life harmony. You'll have opportunities to develop expertise across various security domains while working with cutting-edge cloud technologies.

Key aspects of the role include establishing risk-based approaches to vulnerability management, standardizing remediation workflows, and providing technical guidance on security controls. You'll also be responsible for developing automation tools, conducting security assessments, and collaborating across teams to improve AWS's security posture.

This position is ideal for security professionals who are passionate about cloud security, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and want to make a significant impact on the security of one of the world's largest cloud platforms. The role offers competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work with leading security experts in the industry.