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Senior Security Engineer, AWS Security

Amazon is a global technology company and the world's leading e-commerce platform.
Security
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Cybersecurity · Enterprise SaaS · Cloud

Description For Senior Security Engineer, AWS Security

Join AWS Security as a Senior Security Engineer to build innovative services protecting Amazon's cloud infrastructure from advanced security threats. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of cybersecurity, developing and managing services that detect and automate the mitigation of threats across Amazon's vast infrastructure. You'll collaborate with data scientists and software engineers to create cutting-edge security solutions at scale that protect all AWS customers.

The position offers unique opportunities to work with AWS's comprehensive technology stack while directly impacting the security of every AWS customer. You'll be responsible for researching and implementing automated security detection systems, developing prototypes, and leading security initiatives that scale across the entire AWS infrastructure.

Amazon Security values diverse experiences and maintains an inclusive team culture, making it an ideal environment for security professionals looking to accelerate their careers. The role offers extensive opportunities for learning and growth, with access to various security domains and cloud technologies. You'll benefit from Amazon's commitment to work-life harmony and flexible working arrangements.

Key aspects of the role include threat detection engineering, security automation, and mentoring team members. The position requires strong technical skills in security engineering, programming (particularly Python), and understanding of network protocols and security threats. You'll be part of a team that's essential to maintaining customer trust and delivering secure cloud services at a global scale.

If you're passionate about cybersecurity, enjoy solving complex problems, and want to work on security challenges that impact millions of customers, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact while growing your career in cloud security.

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Responsibilities For Senior Security Engineer, AWS Security

  • Research, identify, and prioritize security problems that can be detected using automation
  • Develop detection prototypes to enhance detection capabilities
  • Identify opportunities to prevent security issues at scale
  • Mentor and develop teammates both technically and professionally
  • Build and manage services that detect and automate mitigation of cybersecurity threats
  • Work with data scientists and software development engineers across teams

Requirements For Senior Security Engineer, AWS Security

Python
Linux
  • 5+ years of experience performing security investigations, detection engineering, threat hunting, and/or incident response
  • Understanding of Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) used by threat actors
  • Knowledge of host and network telemetry data
  • Understanding of network and web related protocols
  • Ability to develop code with Python
  • Legal right to work in Ireland

Benefits For Senior Security Engineer, AWS Security

Relocation Benefits
  • Relocation support within EU
  • Training and career development opportunities
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Work-life balance support

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