Security Engineer • Mid-Level

Who you are

You have a strong background in security engineering, particularly in incident response and threat analysis. With your expertise in malware analysis and network security, you are prepared to tackle complex security challenges and protect sensitive data at scale. You thrive in high-energy environments and are passionate about resolving security issues through hands-on work with detection systems and vulnerability analysis tools.

You possess a deep understanding of application security and threat intelligence, enabling you to identify and mitigate potential threats effectively. Your analytical skills allow you to conduct thorough root-cause analysis and provide pragmatic solutions that align with business requirements while maintaining an acceptable level of risk. You are a collaborative team player, ready to coordinate responses to security incidents involving multiple teams across Amazon.

What you'll do

As a Security Engineer II on the SIRT, you will respond to security incidents and lead the coordination of cohesive responses across various teams. Your role involves providing security engineering solutions and support during customer-facing incidents, ensuring that similar incidents are prevented in the future. You will assist in developing solutions that meet business needs while addressing security risks, contributing to the overall security posture of Amazon.

You will work closely with detection systems and vulnerability analysis tools, gathering and analyzing event data to identify security threats. Your responsibilities will include conducting thorough analyses of security events, collaborating with other security professionals, and continuously improving incident response processes. You will also have the opportunity to mentor junior team members and share your knowledge of best practices in security engineering.

What we offer

At Amazon, you will be part of an innovative and high-energy Information Security team that values broad and deep technical knowledge. We offer a competitive compensation package, including equity and a full range of medical and financial benefits. You will have the chance to work on some of the most sophisticated security challenges in the e-commerce industry, contributing to the protection of sensitive data and the integrity of our systems. Join us in our mission to safeguard Amazon's applications and infrastructure.