Security Incident Response, Security Engineer, US Amazon Dedicated Cloud Security

About the role

Amazon's Security team is looking for a Security Incident Response Analyst to detect, investigate, and respond to threats against a U.S. Government program building a purpose‑built, classified AI Factory. You will monitor security telemetry, triage and investigate alerts, drive incidents through containment, eradication, and recovery, and turn every event into better detections and playbooks. The role works closely with detection engineers, SOC analysts, forensics, and Government counterparts to keep a high‑value classified system defensible around the clock. This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security telemetry and triage, investigate, and escalate alerts on the disconnected platform.
• Drive incidents through the full response lifecycle: containment, eradication, recovery, and after‑action reporting.
• Develop and tune detection content and response playbooks from incident learnings.
• Coordinate incident reporting and handoffs with the ISSM and Government counterparts.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience triaging and developing security alerts and response automation, conducting front‑line analysis, and providing escalation support.
• Knowledge of fundamentals of networking, security, databases (relational or NoSQL), and operating systems (Unix, Linux, and/or Windows).
• 3+ years of incident response, SOC, or security operations experience.
• Current, active U.S. Government security clearance of TS/SCI with polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications

• GCIH (GIAC Certified Incident Handler), GSEC (GIAC Security Essentials), Security+, CISSP, CISA, CISM, or other security certification.
• Experience in confidential environments.
• Familiarity with U.S. Government or IC incident‑reporting requirements.

About the Team

Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We welcome candidates whose careers have taken non‑traditional paths or who bring alternative experiences.

Why Amazon Security?

Security is central to maintaining customer trust and delivering delightful experiences. Our organization sets a high bar for security across all Amazon products and services, offering professionals the chance to work across cloud, devices, retail, entertainment, healthcare, operations, and physical stores.

We foster an inclusive team culture that encourages curiosity, continuous learning, and the celebration of diverse ideas, perspectives, and voices. Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences support this mission.

Training and career growth are priorities; we provide endless knowledge‑sharing, training, and resources to help you become a better‑rounded professional.

Work‑life harmony is important to us. Flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture, ensuring success at work does not come at the expense of home life.

Benefits

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Basic Life & AD&D insurance with optional supplemental life plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health support
• Medical Advice Line
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement coverage
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off and parental leave

Pay

Base salary range: $159,300.00 – $202,400.00 USD annually (USA, VA, Herndon). Compensation includes sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs) and is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location.