Security Engineer, AWS Global Services Security

Description Are you interested in shaping the future of AWS? Do you want to be part of building something with massive impact? AWS Global Services Security (GSS) Engineering is looking for security engineers to join us as we make security smarter and simpler for all AWS customers. Today is just the beginning, and we want you to be part of our journey to innovate the way in which our users experience security. If you want to be part of the development and launch of a new security services, we want to meet you! As a member of this team, you will have the opportunity to grow and make impact by defining security controls and shaping the overall experience of our users. Together we build highly available, secure, scalable, distributed and event-driven systems. As a security engineer, you will collaborate across teams to define and then improve security processes across AWS. Key job responsibilities This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop new services that enhance security for our global customer base. As a security engineer, you'll join a growing team of engineers focused on building transformative security services, working to reinvent how Amazon and our customers perceive and experience security. You will ensure security issues are proactively identified and work with teams to reduce risk in deliverables for our customers. About the team GSS Engineering has several teams distributed among several key development centers primarily within the US, but also globally. The team is driving AWS's new security growth initiatives. Our vision is to secure the world's workloads and create a brighter future for humanity. We work with customers and partners to develop security solutions that enable our service teams to deliver the right products and features. By harnessing security-relevant data, we gain insights and automate actions to mitigate customer security concerns proactively, ideally without requiring any action on their part. Diverse Experiences AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying. Why AWS? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating "” that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Inclusive Team Culture Here at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. Mentorship & Career Growth We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud. Basic Qualifications Experience in one or more of the following domains: access- control system and methodology, network security, application- and system-development security, security architecture and models, cryptography, and operations security Experience with at least one modern language such as Java, Python, C++, or C# including object-oriented design Knowledge of internet fundamentals and cloud computing concepts Preferred Qualifications Are enrolled in or have completed a Bachelor's degree 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. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit

Created: 2024-11-05