Security Engineer II, US Amazon Dedicated Cloud Security

Security Engineer II, US Amazon Dedicated Cloud SecurityJob ID: | Amazon Web Services, Inc.AWS Security is looking for a Red Team Security Engineer to help ensure that our systems and processes are secured against the latest threats. You will be on a team responsible for conducting offensive campaigns, emergent threat testing, creating and maintaining automated threat emulation solutions, and helping security and service teams add offensive insight to their development, deployment, monitoring, and response processes. Offensive security at scale is a unique challenge – AWS possesses both the scale of systems and the scale of staff and processes. This position will provide you with a challenging opportunity.A Security Engineer II at Amazon is expected to be strong in multiple domains. This is a leadership role within the AWS IT Security team and will be sought out for advice on technical and business issues. Efficient time management skills are required along with the ability to deliver results in the face of uncertainty. A Security Engineer II will proactively share knowledge across the Amazon community and will be a key company resource in one or more of the core areas of security. They will lead security reviews of large Amazon projects while setting standards and defining best practices for the AWS IT Security team. Engineers in this role must show exemplary judgment in making technical trade‑offs between short versus long‑term security and business goals. They must also demonstrate resilience and navigate difficult situations with composure and tact. Conflicts should be addressed by listening, finding the best way forward and persuading one’s colleagues. Successful engineers in this role will regularly analyze their own performance with a critical eye. A broad understanding of the AWS business and its interconnections is required. This position will also provide training, advice, and mentorship to other engineers throughout AWS. This role will be expected to provide thought leadership for the organization as you invent and innovate in the course of your duties.This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and must currently possess and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph.Key ResponsibilitiesVulnerability Identification and TrackingOffensive security testing and vulnerability researchEmergent threat testingCreating and maintaining automated threat emulation solutionsRecommendation of findings and threat mitigationsProduce high quality red team reportsProjects and research work as neededSecurity training and outreach to internal development teamsSecurity guidance documentationSecurity tool developmentSecurity metrics delivery and improvementsAssistance with recruiting activitiesAbout the teamOur team is dedicated to supporting new team members. Our team has a broad mix of experience levels and Amazon tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship.Basic QualificationsBachelor's degree, or certifications such as CCSP, CEH, CFR, Cloud+, CySA+, GCED, GICSP, PenTest+Current, active US Government Security Clearance of TS/SCI with PolygraphPreferred QualificationsOffensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) equivalent, or higherGIAC Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester (GXPN) equivalent, or higherAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit for more information. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. For more information on our benefits, please visit This position will remain posted until filled.#J-18808-Ljbffr