Security Engineer, Kuiper Security

A global technology company that provides cloud computing, e-commerce, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence services.
$136,000 - $212,800
Security
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ 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 on the Kuiper Security team, you'll be responsible for end-to-end security of this advanced satellite broadband telecom environment. The role combines hands-on security engineering with strategic security architecture in a startup-like environment backed by Amazon's infrastructure.

You'll work on critical security systems protecting satellite constellation operations and customer data confidentiality. Key responsibilities include threat modeling, secure code review, infrastructure assessment, and security automation. The role requires both technical depth in security engineering and the ability to influence teams and drive security culture.

The position offers unique opportunities to work with cutting-edge space technology while building security from the ground up. You'll collaborate across teams to define security requirements, architect solutions, and respond to security incidents. The role demands strong technical skills in areas like distributed systems, cloud security, and secure software development.

Amazon provides comprehensive benefits, career development resources, and emphasizes work-life harmony. The team values diverse perspectives and fosters an inclusive culture focused on continuous learning. This is a chance to shape the security foundation of a revolutionary satellite communications system while growing your career at one of the world's leading technology companies.

The role requires U.S. person status due to export control regulations. Compensation includes competitive base pay, equity, and benefits, varying by location within the specified range. Join us in securing the future of global connectivity through Project Kuiper.

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Responsibilities For Security Engineer, Kuiper Security

  • Creating, updating, and maintaining threat models for Kuiper Enterprise and Manufacturing
  • Manual and Automated Secure Code Review in Java or other common languages
  • Network and infrastructure assessments
  • Development of security automation tools
  • Security training and outreach for internal development teams
  • Security architecture and design guidance
  • Independently solve security problems requiring novel approaches

Requirements For Security Engineer, Kuiper Security

Java
Python
Linux
Rust
Go
  • 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 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
  • Work-life harmony support

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