Amazon

Security Engineer II, Stores Application Security

Amazon • $159K — $212K *
New York, NY 10025In-Person
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years programming experience in Python, Ruby, Go, Swift, Java, .Net, C++ or similar languages
  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or equivalent IT Security experience
  • Knowledge of networking protocols like HTTP, DNS, and TCP/IP
  • Familiarity with industry security vulnerabilities and remediation techniques
  • Experience troubleshooting systems, analyzing logs, and automating tasks using command line tools
  • Ability to explain complex technical risks in simple terms for non-technical stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Define and implement proactive security controls for critical applications
  • Evaluate security controls to ensure developers build secure applications by default
  • Assess and mitigate security risks to protect applications
  • Build and promote security tools for scaling security practices
  • Drive the adoption of security frameworks and monitoring for applications
  • Collaborate with teams to integrate security into development workflows
  • Develop and maintain security documentation such as threat models and guidelines

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement coverage
  • Mental Health support and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Full Job Description
As a Security Engineer, you will collaborate with software development teams to ensure we keep our customers safe while developing these novel services. In 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.

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 clearly articulate risks to technical and non-technical audiences alike. Interpersonally, successful candidates will effectively harmonize disparate opinions while effectively

prioritizing risks to guide their partners towards secure solutions.

Key job responsibilities

-Define and drive implementation of proactive security controls for SDO's most critical, Ring 0 applications

-Evaluated and implement security controls, ensuring Ring 0 developers build secure applications by default

-Assess and drive mitigation of security risks

-Build and/or drive adoption of security tooling (e.g., automated threat modeling, code scanning, security test generation) to scale security across SDO AppSec

-Drive adoption of security guardrails, testing frameworks, and monitoring across Ring 0 applications

-Collaborate with Ring 0 builder teams to integrate security guidance into development workflows, reducing late-stage security findings

-Develop and maintain security documentation including threat models, risk assessments, and secure development guidelines

-Support security incident investigations related to Ring 0 systems

-Performing manual and automated secure code review (Java, Python, JavaScript)

-Identifying and mitigating security issues at scale

-Performing adversarial security analysis

-Providing security guidance to internal development teams, stakeholders, and business leaders

-Independently solving complex security problems

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 3+ years of programming in Python, Ruby, Go, Swift, Java, .Net, C++ or similar object oriented language experience

- Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), or experience in IT Security

- Knowledge of networking protocols such as HTTP, DNS and TCP/IP

- Knowledge of industry-based security vulnerabilities and remediation techniques

- Experience in troubleshooting systems issues, analyzing logs, or automating basic tasks using command line tools (non-internship experience)

- Experience with explaining complex technical risks in simple, clear language so that non-technical stakeholders can easily understand and take appropriate action.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Knowledge of command line tools to troubleshoot protocols, analyze log outputs, or automate basic tasks

- Knowledge of networking protocols such as HTTP(S), DNS, and TCP/IP

- Experience with AWS products and services

- Knowledge of networking protocols, to include HTTP(S), DNS, and TCP/IP

- Experience in scripting, programming, or security code reviewing in a common language, such as Python, Java, or C++

- 3+ 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

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 https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, NY, New York - 159,300.00 - 212,800.00 USD annually

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Amazon Careers

Joining Amazon presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a vibrant team pushing the boundaries of innovation and growth in the global marketplace. As a leader in e-commerce, technology, and logistics, Amazon offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At Amazon, every day is an opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in technology and business to redefine what’s possible. Whether you’re interested in software development, marketing, human resources, or customer service, Amazon has a position waiting for you. Transform the way the world shops and innovates with our diverse and inclusive team. Amazon is not just a company; it’s a community where you can drive real change and contribute to projects impacting millions globally. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Amazon is the perfect place to enhance your leadership and innovation skills. Our culture encourages pushing the envelope and imagining the unimaginable. Here, you will lead projects that challenge the status quo and define new industry standards. Work with a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Our leadership is focused on harnessing the collective power of unique perspectives to foster growth and innovation. Explore Amazon’s Employment Benefits Amazon’s commitment to its employees extends beyond just career growth. We offer competitive benefits, including health care, parental leave, and diversity training, ensuring that our team not only excels professionally but also enjoys well-being and security. Internship and Networking Opportunities Start your career with an Amazon internship and gain hands-on experience that matters. Our internships provide a gateway to full-time employment and an opportunity to network with professionals across various sectors of the company. Future-Proof Your Career With Amazon, your career path is filled with numerous opportunities for advancement. Our learning and development programs are designed to nurture your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry trends. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities at Amazon that match your skills and interests. We are constantly on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Amazon. Amazon is more than just a company—it’s a platform for building a promising future. Whether you’re starting or looking to advance your career, Amazon offers the resources, support, and network you need to succeed. Join us, and be a part of our continuing mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company.
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Size
1,608 employees
Market Cap
$832.6 billion
Industry
Retail & Consumer Goods
Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+28.1%
Revenue
$386 billion
NASDAQ
AMZN
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