Security Engineer, Kuiper Security

A global technology company that provides e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence services.
$136,000 - $212,800
Security
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Space · Cybersecurity

Description For Security Engineer, Kuiper Security

Project Kuiper is an ambitious Amazon initiative focused on launching a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites to provide high-speed broadband connectivity to underserved communities worldwide. As a Security Engineer on the Kuiper Security team, you'll be responsible for securing the entire product and operations infrastructure end-to-end.

The role combines strategic security leadership with hands-on technical work in a startup-like environment, backed by Amazon's resources. You'll establish security standards, conduct threat modeling, and work directly with development teams to implement secure-by-default solutions. Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing product-specific security requirements and threat models
  • Providing security consultation and guidance to development teams
  • Collaborating with business leaders to define security priorities
  • Assessing and addressing technical debt and security risks
  • Creating and deploying security testing tools and detection mechanisms
  • Mentoring other engineers on security best practices
  • Supporting red team activities and penetration testing
  • Investigating and resolving security incidents

The position requires expertise in distributed systems, cloud security, and software development. You'll work in a dynamic environment balancing proactive security initiatives with reactive incident response. The role offers the unique opportunity to secure cutting-edge satellite communications technology while helping expand internet access globally.

Amazon provides comprehensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and a culture focused on innovation and customer trust. The security organization offers exposure to diverse technical challenges across Amazon's broad product portfolio.

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Responsibilities For Security Engineer, Kuiper Security

  • Establish product-specific security standards and threat models
  • Provide security consultation to development teams
  • Collaborate with business leaders to define security priorities
  • Assess and address technical debt and security risks
  • Guide teams towards secure-by-default solutions
  • Deploy security testing tools and detection mechanisms
  • Mentor builders on security best practices
  • Support red team activities and penetration testing
  • Investigate and resolve security incidents

Requirements For Security Engineer, Kuiper Security

Python
Java
Rust
Go
Linux
  • Bachelor's degree in CS, CE, or related field, or equivalent work experience
  • 5+ years delivering security software in a production environment
  • 3+ years experience delivering distributed software systems in Python, Java, Rust, GoLang or C/C++
  • 3+ years experience in delivering for cloud-native environments
  • 3+ years experience in delivering software for Linux
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or admitted refugee/asylee due to export control laws

Benefits For Security Engineer, Kuiper Security

Medical Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Flexible work hours
  • Career development resources
  • Training opportunities
  • Ongoing DEI events

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