Security Engineer, Incident Response, SIRT

Amazon is the world's largest e-commerce and cloud computing company, known for innovation in online retail, web services, and digital technology.
Security
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Cybersecurity · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Security Engineer, Incident Response, SIRT

Amazon is seeking a Security Engineer to join their Security Incident Response Team (SIRT) in Sydney. This role combines hands-on technical security work with incident response coordination across Amazon's vast infrastructure. The position requires expertise in forensics, malware analysis, network security, and threat detection, working to protect Amazon's sophisticated e-commerce platform.

The role involves responding to security incidents, conducting threat analysis, and implementing security measures to protect sensitive data. You'll work with cutting-edge detection systems and vulnerability analysis tools, while coordinating with multiple teams to resolve security issues. The position requires strong technical skills, particularly in forensics, malware analysis, and security intelligence.

Amazon Security offers unique opportunities for career growth, working across various domains including cloud, retail, entertainment, and healthcare. The team values diverse experiences and backgrounds, promoting an inclusive culture where ongoing learning and development are encouraged. Work-life harmony is emphasized through flexible work arrangements.

The ideal candidate will have experience with security monitoring tools, incident response procedures, and scripting languages. They should be capable of performing Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) while coordinating with various teams and providing leadership updates. The role includes participation in a follow-the-sun on-call rotation, ensuring continuous security coverage.

This position offers the chance to work on security challenges at scale, protecting one of the world's largest technology infrastructures while developing expertise across multiple security domains. The team culture promotes continuous learning, diversity, and work-life balance, making it an excellent opportunity for security professionals looking to accelerate their careers.

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Responsibilities For Security Engineer, Incident Response, SIRT

  • Responding to security incidents and coordinating response across multiple teams
  • Providing security engineering solutions during customer-facing incidents
  • Developing pragmatic solutions that meet business requirements while maintaining risk levels
  • Identifying and recommending solutions to improve incident response capabilities
  • Working with Security Engineers to improve security and address risk
  • Evaluating security trends and coordinating responses
  • Keeping knowledge and skills current with changing threat landscape
  • Participating in follow-the-sun on-call rotation

Requirements For Security Engineer, Incident Response, SIRT

Python
Linux
  • BS in Computer Science, Information Security and 1+ years of post graduate related professional experience or 3+ years of related professional experience
  • Proficient in one or more scripting languages (Python, Perl, Bash, PowerShell, etc.)
  • Experience with common security monitoring, log analysis and forensic tools
  • Able to perform DFIR and provide incident command at all stages while coordinating with teams

Benefits For Security Engineer, Incident Response, SIRT

  • Flexible work hours
  • Training and career development opportunities
  • Inclusive team culture
  • Work-life harmony

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