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Security Engineer, Kuiper Security

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

Description For Security Engineer, Kuiper Security

Project Kuiper is Amazon's ambitious initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites providing high-speed broadband connectivity to underserved communities worldwide. As a Security Engineer for Kuiper Security, you'll be at the forefront of securing advanced satellite-based broadband telecom services. The role combines the excitement of a startup environment with Amazon's robust infrastructure support.

You'll own end-to-end security for both products and operations, working in a mission-critical environment to protect satellite constellation systems and customer data. Key responsibilities include establishing security standards, threat modeling, providing technical consultation, and collaborating with business leaders to define and execute security priorities.

The position requires deep technical expertise in security engineering, with hands-on experience in cloud-native environments and systems programming. You'll work with cutting-edge technology while building and implementing security mechanisms that operate at scale. The role offers unique challenges in securing space-based communications systems while maintaining Amazon's high standards for customer trust and data protection.

Working at Amazon Security means joining a diverse team that values continuous learning and innovation. You'll have access to extensive training resources and career development opportunities. The team culture emphasizes work-life harmony with flexible arrangements. You'll collaborate with talented professionals across multiple disciplines while contributing to a project that aims to bring internet connectivity to millions of underserved users globally.

This role is perfect for security professionals who want to combine their technical expertise with the opportunity to work on revolutionary space technology. You'll be instrumental in building security from the ground up for a system that will have global impact, while working with some of the most advanced technology in the aerospace and telecommunications sectors.

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Responsibilities For Security Engineer, Kuiper Security

  • Establish product-specific security bar, threat models, and security priorities
  • Identify design & implementation defects
  • Provide security consultation services
  • Collaborate with business leaders to define security priorities
  • Guide teams towards secure-by-default solutions
  • Investigate emerging security issues and root cause analysis
  • Assist in scoping penetration tests
  • Mentor builders in security practices
  • Support product development processes

Requirements For Security Engineer, Kuiper Security

Python
Java
Rust
Go
Linux
  • Bachelor's degree in CS, CE, or related field, or equivalent work experience
  • 4+ years securing software in a production environment
  • 2+ years experience delivering software systems in Python, Java, Rust, GoLang or C/C++
  • 2+ years experience in delivering for cloud-native environments
  • 2+ years experience in delivering software for Linux
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

Benefits For Security Engineer, Kuiper Security

Medical Insurance
401k
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Flexible work hours
  • Training and career development resources

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