Security Engineer, AWS AppSec

Herndon, VA • Full-time

About the role

The Application Security Engineer at AWS Security will validate that services, applications, and websites meet high security standards. This role involves analyzing security issues, building automation, and responding to new threats. The engineer will collaborate with various teams to enhance security practices and will have opportunities for career growth and mentorship. The team values diverse experiences and promotes an inclusive culture focused on continuous learning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• Knowledge of system security vulnerabilities and remediation techniques, including penetration testing
• Experience in application security architecture, security code reviews, and security testing
• Experience with web protocols and common security attacks
• Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or a related language
• Experience with AWS services or other cloud offerings

Responsibilities

• Conduct application security reviews and mobile security reviews
• Design secure architecture and perform threat modeling
• Engage in projects and research work as needed
• Provide security training and outreach to internal development teams
• Develop security guidance documentation and security tools
• Deliver security metrics and implement improvements

Pay

$136,000 - $184,000 per year

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits, including multiple medical plan options with no pre-existing condition exclusions and 100% covered in-network preventive care
• Dental and vision plans
• 24/7 medical advice line from day one
• Expert second-opinion services
• Broad mental-health support with several free counseling sessions (including pediatric)
• 401(k) with company match (up to 2%)
• Restricted Stock Units (equity)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Emergency savings program
• Product and partner discounts
• College-savings and home-purchase programs