Security Engineer II, Stores Application Security

<strong>Description<br><br></strong>In Amazon Stores, we ship some of the widest arrays of technology found at any company. From amazon.com to world-class machine learning pipelines, from innovative digital healthcare to no-checkout retail, we push the boundaries of technology in every direction using the globe's largest AWS deployment.<br><br>As a Security Engineer, you will collaborate with software development teams to ensure we keep our customers safe while developing these novel services. On a given day, you might be inspecting an application's code for security issues, building a new framework to help our software developers build faster and more securely, or fine-tuning the design for a new service alongside its software developers.<br><br>The ideal candidate combines technical acumen with an ability to lead by influence and communicate clearly. Technically, this person will be a security generalist with one or more areas of deep expertise. In their communication, they will articulate risks to technical and non-technical audiences alike. Interpersonally, the successful candidate will harmonize disparate opinions while prioritizing risks to guide their partners toward secure solutions.<br><br>Key job responsibilities<br><br><ul><li> Creating, updating, and maintaining threat models for a wide variety of software projects</li><li> Conducting first-party application security research</li><li> Performing manual and automated secure code review, primarily in Java, Python, and JavaScript</li><li> Identifying and mitigating security issues at scale</li><li> Developing security automation tools</li><li> Performing adversarial security analysis using innovative tools to augment manual effort</li><li> Providing security guidance and working with internal software development teams to secure their applications</li><li> Independently solving security problems that require novel methods or approaches</li><li> Influencing your team's and partners' processes, priorities, and choices to improve outcomes<br><br></li></ul><strong>About The Team<br><br></strong>Diverse Experiences<br><br>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.<br><br>Why Amazon Security<br><br>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.<br><br>Work/Life Balance<br><br>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.<br><br>Inclusive Team Culture<br><br>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.<br><br>Mentorship and Career growth<br><br>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.<br><br>#Joinstoresappsec<br><br><strong>Basic Qualifications<br><br></strong><ul><li> Experience performing security activities across one or more phases of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), such as security design review, threat modeling, secure code review, and security testing</li><li> Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent, or 3+ years of IT Security experience</li><li> Experience with network architecture, enterprise IT systems and cloud such as AWS.</li><li> Proficiency in programming or scripting languages (e.g., Java, Python, Perl, Bash, Ruby, PowerShell, etc.).</li><li> Experience with explaining complex technical risks in simple, clear language so that non-technical stakeholders can easily understand and take appropriate action.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Preferred Qualifications<br><br></strong><ul><li> Experience with AWS services, network architecture, and enterprise IT systems</li><li> Experience driving continuous and scalable improvements in security controls and practices, and collaborating with security stakeholders to develop and implement security strategies.</li><li> 3+ years of any combination of the following: threat modeling experience, secure coding, identity management and authentication, software development, cryptography, system administration and penetration testing experience<br><br></li></ul>Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br><br>Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.<br><br>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 for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.<br><br>The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at CA, Virtual Location - California - 159,300.00 - 202,400.00 USD annually<br><br>USA, TX, Virtual Location - Texas - 159,300.00 - 202,400.00 USD annually<br><br>USA, VA, Virtual Location - Virginia - 159,300.00 - 202,400.00 USD annually<br><br>USA, WA, Virtual Location - Washington - 159,300.00 - 202,400.00 USD annually<br><br><br><strong>Company</strong> - Amazon.com Services LLC<br><br>Job ID: A10468150

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