Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Senior Security Incident Response Engineer to join their elite security team. This role presents a unique opportunity to lead security response efforts across the world's largest cloud infrastructure, making a direct impact on the security posture of countless organizations worldwide.
The position requires a security professional who can thrive in dynamic situations, combining both offensive and defensive security mindsets to effectively respond to security incidents. You'll be working with a global team where clear communication and collaboration are paramount. The role demands expertise across multiple security domains including operating system security, network security, cryptography, malware analysis, forensics, and security operations.
As a senior member of the team, you'll be responsible for leading security responses, providing technical guidance across multiple security teams, and influencing security processes and priorities through data-driven decision making. You'll have the opportunity to design and implement security automation solutions at massive scale, addressing complex security challenges that affect AWS's global infrastructure.
The role offers significant growth opportunities within Amazon's security organization, which is central to maintaining customer trust across all Amazon's products and services. You'll be part of a diverse and inclusive team culture that values continuous learning and professional development. Amazon provides comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, financial benefits, and flexible work arrangements to support work-life harmony.
Key aspects of the role include mentoring junior security engineers, building and maintaining security automation tools, and working with senior leadership to drive security initiatives. You'll be expected to stay current with the evolving threat landscape and contribute to Amazon's security posture through both tactical and strategic initiatives.
This position is ideal for security professionals who are passionate about cloud security, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and want to make a significant impact on the security of cloud computing at a global scale. The role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while protecting one of the world's largest cloud platforms.