Amazon
Security Engineer, AWS Security Operations Center (SOC), Cloud Ops
Amazon, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
DESCRIPTION
The Amazon Web Services Security Operations Center (AWS-SOC) Cloud Operations Team manages security issues across the globe. The team is looking for a highly motivated, technically inclined individual to work as a Security Engineer. A successful candidate will need to embody our 16 leadership principles; especially in Learn and Be Curious, Earns Trust, and Dives Deep. You will work from the Seattle, WA SOC location. You need to be comfortable working in a fast-paced technical, and at times, ambiguous environment.
Key job responsibilities You will need a combination of troubleshooting, technical, and communication skills, as well as the ability to handle an assortment of disparate tasks which may include small-project and software development work. This role will provide career growth opportunities as you gain new security skills in the course of your duties.
A day in the life This position supports AWS Security Engineers and Technical Program Managers with security operations and incident response activities. You will be responsible for coordinating and facilitating security response activities for a wide range of AWS products and services. You will drive "Tier 1" and "Tier 2" related issues to resolution across numerous service teams and other more senior AWS Security Engineers.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or 3+ years' equivalent technology experience. Minimum of 2 years' experience on a Security Operations team, especially experience coordinating responses to security incidents. 1+ year knowledge of web protocols, common attacks, and an in-depth knowledge of Linux/Unix tools and architecture.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 4+ years' equivalent information security experience. Familiarity with cloud architecture/infrastructure and general networking principles. Experience with virtualization technologies, especially with AWS services. Relevant industry certifications from SANS, ISC2, etc.
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The Amazon Web Services Security Operations Center (AWS-SOC) Cloud Operations Team manages security issues across the globe. The team is looking for a highly motivated, technically inclined individual to work as a Security Engineer. A successful candidate will need to embody our 16 leadership principles; especially in Learn and Be Curious, Earns Trust, and Dives Deep. You will work from the Seattle, WA SOC location. You need to be comfortable working in a fast-paced technical, and at times, ambiguous environment.
Key job responsibilities You will need a combination of troubleshooting, technical, and communication skills, as well as the ability to handle an assortment of disparate tasks which may include small-project and software development work. This role will provide career growth opportunities as you gain new security skills in the course of your duties.
A day in the life This position supports AWS Security Engineers and Technical Program Managers with security operations and incident response activities. You will be responsible for coordinating and facilitating security response activities for a wide range of AWS products and services. You will drive "Tier 1" and "Tier 2" related issues to resolution across numerous service teams and other more senior AWS Security Engineers.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or 3+ years' equivalent technology experience. Minimum of 2 years' experience on a Security Operations team, especially experience coordinating responses to security incidents. 1+ year knowledge of web protocols, common attacks, and an in-depth knowledge of Linux/Unix tools and architecture.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 4+ years' equivalent information security experience. Familiarity with cloud architecture/infrastructure and general networking principles. Experience with virtualization technologies, especially with AWS services. Relevant industry certifications from SANS, ISC2, etc.
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr