Amazon
Application Security Engineer, AWS Proactive Security
Amazon, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Application Security Engineer, AWS Proactive Security
Job ID: 2833944 | Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc. AWS Security is on the cutting edge of many security issues for a wide variety of platforms and technologies including cloud services, Internet of things (IoT), identity and access management, mobile devices, virtualization and custom hardware, all operating at massive scale. Similarly, our highly collaborative team is committed to each team member’s growth as our business grows. AWS Security is looking for an Application Security Engineer to help validate that our services, applications, and websites are designed and implemented to the highest security standards. You will be responsible for analyzing the security of applications and services, discovering and addressing security issues, building security automation, and quickly reacting to new threat scenarios. You will have the opportunity to learn from, and be mentored by, those who are building and securing our cutting-edge services. An Application Security Engineer at Amazon is expected to be strong in multiple domains and provide significant contributions to the AWS IT Security team and to multiple groups throughout Amazon. Security engineers are expected to develop elegant solutions to complex business problems and apply appropriate technologies while following security engineering best practices. You are also expected to mentor more junior engineers and be a security thought leader for the organization. An Application Security Engineer must foster constructive dialogue and seek resolution when confronted with discordant views. Engineers in this role are expected to participate fully in the planning of the AWS Security team's work and constantly seek opportunities for process improvement. They should also have a deep understanding of at least one specialty for which they are a sought out resource (both within AWS Security and by groups throughout Amazon), while having an understanding of the application of Information Security in a broad range of technical areas. Key job responsibilities
Application security reviews (includes architecture reviews, threat modeling, code reviews and security testing) Mobile security reviews Projects and research work as needed Security training and outreach to internal development teams Security guidance and documentation Security workflow automation Security metrics delivery and process improvements Assistance with recruiting activities and administrative work BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
BS in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent work experience. Minimum of 4 years of experience with security engineering (architecture reviews, threat modeling, secure coding etc.), system and network security, authentication and security protocols, cryptography or application security. Familiarity with common attack patterns and exploitation techniques for web & mobile applications and IoT devices. Knowledge of commonly found software security vulnerabilities (like OWASP top 10) and remediation techniques. Knowledge of basic networking and network security related concepts (TCP/UDP, Firewalls/Switches, Wi-Fi security, TLS, etc.) PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Strong understanding of network and web related protocols (such as, TCP/IP, UDP, IPSEC, HTTP, HTTPS, routing protocols) Experience with Security Engineering and Assurance methodologies e.g. fuzzing, static and dynamic code analysis Experience with IoT/embedded device security (hardware & firmware security) Demonstrable teamwork skills and resourcefulness Possess self-drive to keep moving things forward even in the face of ambiguity and imperfect knowledge (avoid “analysis paralysis”) Ability to drive multiple technically complex security reviews together while remaining effective at providing security guidance to stakeholders. Strong sense of ownership, urgency, and ability to drive initiatives with high degree of autonomy and excellent written and verbal communication skills. 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. Location:
USA, TX, Virtual Location - Texas Compensation:
The base pay for this position ranges from $136,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $212,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
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Job ID: 2833944 | Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc. AWS Security is on the cutting edge of many security issues for a wide variety of platforms and technologies including cloud services, Internet of things (IoT), identity and access management, mobile devices, virtualization and custom hardware, all operating at massive scale. Similarly, our highly collaborative team is committed to each team member’s growth as our business grows. AWS Security is looking for an Application Security Engineer to help validate that our services, applications, and websites are designed and implemented to the highest security standards. You will be responsible for analyzing the security of applications and services, discovering and addressing security issues, building security automation, and quickly reacting to new threat scenarios. You will have the opportunity to learn from, and be mentored by, those who are building and securing our cutting-edge services. An Application Security Engineer at Amazon is expected to be strong in multiple domains and provide significant contributions to the AWS IT Security team and to multiple groups throughout Amazon. Security engineers are expected to develop elegant solutions to complex business problems and apply appropriate technologies while following security engineering best practices. You are also expected to mentor more junior engineers and be a security thought leader for the organization. An Application Security Engineer must foster constructive dialogue and seek resolution when confronted with discordant views. Engineers in this role are expected to participate fully in the planning of the AWS Security team's work and constantly seek opportunities for process improvement. They should also have a deep understanding of at least one specialty for which they are a sought out resource (both within AWS Security and by groups throughout Amazon), while having an understanding of the application of Information Security in a broad range of technical areas. Key job responsibilities
Application security reviews (includes architecture reviews, threat modeling, code reviews and security testing) Mobile security reviews Projects and research work as needed Security training and outreach to internal development teams Security guidance and documentation Security workflow automation Security metrics delivery and process improvements Assistance with recruiting activities and administrative work BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
BS in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent work experience. Minimum of 4 years of experience with security engineering (architecture reviews, threat modeling, secure coding etc.), system and network security, authentication and security protocols, cryptography or application security. Familiarity with common attack patterns and exploitation techniques for web & mobile applications and IoT devices. Knowledge of commonly found software security vulnerabilities (like OWASP top 10) and remediation techniques. Knowledge of basic networking and network security related concepts (TCP/UDP, Firewalls/Switches, Wi-Fi security, TLS, etc.) PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Strong understanding of network and web related protocols (such as, TCP/IP, UDP, IPSEC, HTTP, HTTPS, routing protocols) Experience with Security Engineering and Assurance methodologies e.g. fuzzing, static and dynamic code analysis Experience with IoT/embedded device security (hardware & firmware security) Demonstrable teamwork skills and resourcefulness Possess self-drive to keep moving things forward even in the face of ambiguity and imperfect knowledge (avoid “analysis paralysis”) Ability to drive multiple technically complex security reviews together while remaining effective at providing security guidance to stakeholders. Strong sense of ownership, urgency, and ability to drive initiatives with high degree of autonomy and excellent written and verbal communication skills. 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. Location:
USA, TX, Virtual Location - Texas Compensation:
The base pay for this position ranges from $136,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $212,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
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