Security Engineer II, Identity, Security and Abuse Prevention

Amazon's Identity and Security Abuse Prevention team is seeking a Security Engineer II to join their Worldwide Operations Security division. This role combines technical expertise in security architecture with hands-on engineering work to protect Amazon's vast infrastructure.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on complex identity architectures and security systems at scale. You'll be responsible for ensuring secure practices and policies are maintained across Amazon's global operations, while working with cutting-edge technologies and security frameworks.

As a Security Engineer II, you'll dive deep into various aspects of security including identity and access management, key management, data security/privacy, and service monitoring. The role requires both technical depth in security engineering and the ability to influence stakeholders across the organization.

Amazon offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $136,000 to $212,800 per year, depending on location, plus equity and comprehensive benefits. The company's culture emphasizes work-life harmony with flexible work arrangements and focuses on continuous learning and career development.

The role is perfect for someone who is passionate about security, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and wants to make a significant impact on protecting one of the world's largest technology companies. You'll work with a diverse team of security professionals and have access to Amazon's vast technical resources and learning opportunities.

Key technical areas include IAM protocols (SAML, OAuth, OIDC, FIDO), networking protocols (HTTP, DNS, TCP/IP), and programming languages like Python, Java, and Go. The role combines hands-on development with security architecture and system design, making it ideal for engineers who want to grow their security expertise while working on critical infrastructure.