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DESCRIPTION
Do you like working through abstract problems to implement creative solutions? Do you like to blend your day with both big and small issues? How does working across a variety of Amazon’s biggest teams sound?
In the Application Security Testing Automation and Insights team, our mission is to proactively secure application resources across all Amazon using deep research and scalable automation. We help our builder teams resolve issues before promoting code to production. We seek to automate difficult to identify patterns, and work with teams to make remediation fast and accurate. Our team knows few boundaries and is willing to go to any length to solve big issues.
As a member of our team, you will bring your curiosity to learn and attention to detail to execute strategies and tactics that drive security and efficiency across all areas. You will work in a collaborative team environment, operating autonomously and leading your own projects with some guidance under more tenured engineers. You will define guidance and remediation for our vast engineering community to implement. You will help raise the security bar across many of your favorite businesses. If you want to be apart of this fast paced, challenge driven team apply below. You will fearlessly drive Amazon’s security bar and high standards.
Key job responsibilities
Develop, curate, and improve highly scalable application security rules to identify coding and configuration flaws
Evaluate and recommend new security testing tools
Deep dive code and research application frameworks to identify weaknesses and detection opportunities
Leverage application system telemetry to extract insights and identify vulnerabilities
Analyze and secure our applications during runtime
Detect perimeter exposures
Develop, enhance, and interpret security standards and guidance
Demonstrate and promote security best practices, drive improvements of Amazon’s overall security architecture
About the team
About Amazon Security
Diverse Experiences
Amazon Security 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 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 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.
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.
#JoinStoresAppSec
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
3+ years of programming in Python, Ruby, Go, Swift, Java, .Net, C++ or similar object oriented language experience
Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
Knowledge of networking protocols such as HTTP, DNS and TCP/IP
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
2+ years of any combination of the following: threat modeling experience, secure coding, identity management and authentication, software development, cryptography, system administration and network security experience
Experience with AWS products and services
Experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, C++
Amazon 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, 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 $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. 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.
DESCRIPTION
Do you like working through abstract problems to implement creative solutions? Do you like to blend your day with both big and small issues? How does working across a variety of Amazon’s biggest teams sound?
In the Application Security Testing Automation and Insights team, our mission is to proactively secure application resources across all Amazon using deep research and scalable automation. We help our builder teams resolve issues before promoting code to production. We seek to automate difficult to identify patterns, and work with teams to make remediation fast and accurate. Our team knows few boundaries and is willing to go to any length to solve big issues.
As a member of our team, you will bring your curiosity to learn and attention to detail to execute strategies and tactics that drive security and efficiency across all areas. You will work in a collaborative team environment, operating autonomously and leading your own projects with some guidance under more tenured engineers. You will define guidance and remediation for our vast engineering community to implement. You will help raise the security bar across many of your favorite businesses. If you want to be apart of this fast paced, challenge driven team apply below. You will fearlessly drive Amazon’s security bar and high standards.
Key job responsibilities
Develop, curate, and improve highly scalable application security rules to identify coding and configuration flaws
Evaluate and recommend new security testing tools
Deep dive code and research application frameworks to identify weaknesses and detection opportunities
Leverage application system telemetry to extract insights and identify vulnerabilities
Analyze and secure our applications during runtime
Detect perimeter exposures
Develop, enhance, and interpret security standards and guidance
Demonstrate and promote security best practices, drive improvements of Amazon’s overall security architecture
About the team
About Amazon Security
Diverse Experiences
Amazon Security 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 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 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.
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.
#JoinStoresAppSec
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
3+ years of programming in Python, Ruby, Go, Swift, Java, .Net, C++ or similar object oriented language experience
Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
Knowledge of networking protocols such as HTTP, DNS and TCP/IP
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
2+ years of any combination of the following: threat modeling experience, secure coding, identity management and authentication, software development, cryptography, system administration and network security experience
Experience with AWS products and services
Experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, C++
Amazon 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, 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 $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. 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.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Security Engineer, AppSec Testing Automation and Insights position is now open for candidates interested in the Software Developer Jobs sector. This role in New York City offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Software Developer Jobs is a plus.
