Amazon

Security Incident Response Engineer, Security Posture Improvement and Resilience Engineering

Amazon$166K — $212K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of information security and compliance experience or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
  • Automation experience with scripting or programming languages (Go, Python, Ruby, Shell, Perl)
  • Ability to design and implement AI/ML-driven security operations playbooks
  • Experience coordinating responses to security incidents
  • Knowledge of security issues and the threat landscape
  • Background in cloud, host, network, and application security
  • Familiarity with incident response frameworks like NIST-800-61 or ISO/IEC 27035

Responsibilities

  • Participate in on-call rotation for incident response duties
  • Qualify security incident reports using established guidelines
  • Evaluate impact of security incidents on Twitch
  • Analyze threat actor tactics and techniques
  • Create or participate in information-sharing groups
  • Document and implement automation in incident response processes
  • Communicate timelines and impacts of security events to stakeholders
  • Lead discussions on lessons learned to reduce future incidents

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Maternity & Parental Leave
  • Flexible PTO
  • Amazon Employee Discount
Full Job Description
Twitch is looking for a Security Incident Response Engineer to join our SIRT. Reporting to the SIRT Manager, you'll be at the heart of our mission to find, handle, and learn from security incidents across our global platform. We're looking for engineers who thrive coordinating response to emerging issues in information security who are ready to level up our defense. If you're passionate about protecting the Twitch community and solving complex security puzzles, we want to hear from you! You can work from San Francisco, CA; Irvine, CA; or Seattle, WA. You Will - Participate in an on-call rotation that includes your peers on the Security Incident Response Team - Qualify reports or alerts of activity as security incidents using clear guidelines that establish what a security incident is - Evaluate the potential and realized impact of security incidents to Twitch - Analyze threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures - Participate or create information sharing groups; communicate securely and responsibly - Write and follow clear procedures so that our work can be accountable, repeated, measured, and improved - Communicate with peers and leadership about timeline of a security related event with what potential and realized impact, how we discovered it, and how we're handling it - Coordinate security incident response activities with affected teams to do the right thing for our customers and our organization - Investigate, document, and implement agentic detection, enrichment, triage, response, and communication automations in every day processes - Lead lessons learned discussions and help teams effect change across the business that reduces incident recurrence Perks * Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance * 401(k) * Maternity & Parental Leave * Flexible PTO * Amazon Employee Discount BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - 3+ years of information security and compliance experience, or Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, analytics, mathematics, statistics, IT or equivalent - Automation experience using scripting or programming languages (Go, Python, Ruby, Shell, or Perl) - Ability to securely design and implement AI/ML-driven playbooks to automate common security operations - Experience coordinating responses to security incidents - Knowledge of security issues and threat landscape - Background in cloud, host, network, and application security - Familiarity with common Incident Response frameworks or lifecycle models like NIST-800-61, ISO/IEC 27035, etc. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Security, or a related technical discipline - Experience and familiarity with streaming and content creation - Experience handling security incidents in hybrid cloud environment (AWS, GCP) and conducting log dives on cloud telemetry like CloudTrail - Passion and excitement for Twitch 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, CA, IRVINE - 159,300.00 - 202,400.00 USD annually USA, CA, SAN FRANCISCO - 166,600.00 - 212,800.00 USD annually USA, WA, Seattle - 159,300.00 - 202,400.00 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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