Cloud Systems Engineer II, ADC System Security Engineering

Amazon • Chantilly, VA

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About The Position

The Cloud Systems Engineer II position at Amazon Web Services (AWS) focuses on building and maintaining security services that support the US intelligence community. The role emphasizes customer trust and the development of user-friendly security solutions, requiring engineers to think creatively and iteratively to address real-world risks. The position is part of a DevOps engineering team that values work/life harmony and encourages collaboration and innovation.

Requirements

• Associate's degree, or Cloud+ or GICSP (Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional) or GSEC (GIAC Security Essentials) or SSCP (Systems Security Certified Practitioner)
• 3+ years Linux systems administration and technical troubleshooting/support experience
• 2+ years of networking experience (TCP/IP)
• Current, active US Government Security Clearance of TS/SCI with Polygraph

Nice To Haves

• Experience creating and improving documentation, runbooks, automation for ops.
• Familiarity with security policies, information handling, and compliance standards.
• Background mentoring/training other engineers on technical topics.
• Proficiency in scripting/coding for automation and operational tasks.
• Comptia Security+

Responsibilities

• Build, deploy, and maintain security services used internally to support the US intelligence community.
• Mentor other Systems and Systems Development Engineers in their career growth.
• Work backwards from the customer to ensure services are developed with features that meet end-user needs.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules
• Work/life harmony
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities
• Diversity and inclusion initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers
• Education Level: Associate degree