Sr. Security Engineer, AWS Security Cloud Response

The AWS Cloud Security Response team is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to join their dynamic organization responsible for managing the security and availability of AWS Cloud services. This role operates on the AWS side of the Shared Responsibility Model, focusing on ensuring "Security of the Cloud" and protecting customers.

The position requires a unique blend of technical expertise and leadership skills, working with both internal and external stakeholders to address security challenges at massive scale. The successful candidate will be responsible for triaging security issues, engaging with service teams for remediation, and driving automation and scalability improvements.

Key responsibilities include providing oversight of in-flight security issues, assessing and prioritizing new security concerns, and communicating effectively with various audiences up to the CISO level. The role involves working in a "follow-the-sun rotation" model, collaborating with global teams to ensure continuous security coverage.

The ideal candidate should have strong experience in systems, network, and application security, combined with practical coding skills. They should be comfortable with virtualization technologies (preferably AWS), web protocols, and Linux/Unix environments. The role requires excellent communication skills, critical thinking abilities, and the confidence to escalate issues when necessary.

Benefits include competitive salary ranging from $143,300 to $247,600 based on location, comprehensive medical benefits, financial benefits, and career development opportunities. The position offers work-life harmony through flexible arrangements and operates within a diverse, inclusive team culture that values continuous learning and professional growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for a security professional who wants to make a significant impact on cloud computing security while working with cutting-edge technologies at global scale. The role combines tactical security operations with strategic thinking, offering plenty of opportunities for both technical and professional growth within AWS Security.