Job Information
Amazon Security Engineer I, CS Security in Seattle, Washington
Description
Are you eager to start your security journey and make a real impact in protecting millions of customers? We're the Customer Service Security - Application Security team at Amazon, and we're looking for an enthusiastic junior Security Engineer to join our mission of safeguarding customer data!
In this role, you'll learn and grow while working alongside experienced security professionals. We'll help you develop your security expertise as you discover the exciting world of automation and scalable solutions. You'll get hands-on experience with threat modeling, security reviews, and implementing automated security solutions. Plus, you'll work directly with development teams to help them build security into their applications from the start.
If you're passionate about cybersecurity, eager to learn, and excited about the idea of protecting millions of customers while building your career, we'd love to have you on our team! Join us and be part of shaping Amazon's future in application security. We believe in growing talent and will support you every step of the way.
Key job responsibilities
Develop and implement automated security controls that enable secure-by-default practices across Amazon's technology landscape.
Conduct application security reviews, threat modeling, and penetration testing to identify and remediate security risks early in the software development lifecycle.
Partner with development teams to embed security controls into their applications and provide them with technical guidance as needed.
Create and maintain security documentation, including implementation guides and best practices, to promote secure development practices.
Identify security risks and drive continuous improvement in security controls and practices.
A day in the life
The Security Engineer role within the CS Security - Application Security team is focused on protecting our customers' information. As a Security Engineer, you'll protect customer data by partnering with development teams to embed security throughout the software development lifecycle. Your day will involve automating security controls, conducting threat modeling, and providing security guidance to development teams. You'll also serve as the security advisor for a key Amazon business unit. Through close collaboration with development teams, you'll help build and maintain Amazon's high security standards while enabling rapid, secure development.
About the team
The Customer Service Security - Application Security team provides proactive security guidance and support to Amazon Customer Service. We address security early in the software development lifecycle by providing guardrails and paved paths. We bridge gaps between application security and software engineering by advocating for secure coding standards, automating processes, and developing reusable security solutions that are leveraged company-wide. We stay ahead through continuous research into emerging threats and the adoption of new techniques and best practices. Our collaborative environment encourages diverse perspectives and continuous learning to shape strategies that protect customer data while delivering reliable, trusted services.
Diverse Experiences
Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the 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 Amazon Security
At Amazon, security is central to maintaining customer trust and delivering delightful customer experiences. Our organization is responsible for creating and maintaining a high bar for security across all of Amazon’s products and services. We offer talented security professionals the chance to accelerate their careers with opportunities to build experience in a wide variety of areas including cloud, devices, retail, entertainment, healthcare, operations, and physical stores.
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 flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve.
Inclusive Team Culture
In Amazon Security, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences inspire us to continue learning and to embrace our uniqueness. Addressing the toughest security challenges requires that we seek out and celebrate a diversity of ideas, perspectives, and voices.
Training and 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, training, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional
Basic Qualifications
Associate's degree or above
Experience scripting with Python, Perl, Bash or PowerShell
1+ years of experience in application security with any combination of the following: threat modeling experience, secure design reviews, code reviews
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of internet fundamentals and cloud computing concepts
Experience with AWS products and services
Strong verbal and written communications 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.
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, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $125,500/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. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.