AWS Application Security Engineer, AppSec -EC2

$136,000 - $212,800/Yr

Amazon - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

10,001+ employees

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About the position

The AWS Application Security Engineer role focuses on ensuring the security of applications and services within the Amazon Web Services (AWS) environment. This position involves analyzing security measures, addressing vulnerabilities, and developing security automation to protect AWS and its customers. The engineer will collaborate with various teams, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to the overall security strategy of AWS, while also having opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Conduct application security reviews
• Perform mobile security reviews
• Design secure architecture
• Engage in threat modeling
• Participate in projects and research work as needed
• Provide security training and outreach to internal development teams
• Create security guidance documentation
• Develop security tools
• Deliver and improve security metrics
• Assist with recruiting activities and administrative work

Requirements

• BS (or higher) in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent work experience
• 3+ years of experience in application security, including threat modeling, secure design reviews, code reviews, and penetration testing
• Expertise in multiple security domains such as identity management, authentication, cryptography, networking, and web protocols

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with AWS products and services
• Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, Java, and C++

Benefits

• Flexible work hours and arrangements
• Training and career growth opportunities
• Diversity and inclusion initiatives
• Work-life balance support