Manager - AWS Application Security, EC2

$157,600 - $272,400/Yr

Amazon - San Diego, CA

Full-time - Senior

San Diego, CA

1,001-5,000 employees

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About the position

Cloud security is our highest priority at AWS. As an AWS customer, you benefit from an environment built to meet the requirements of the most security-sensitive organizations. As an AWS Security team member, you will help secure that environment for our customers while working on cutting edge security products for a variety of platforms and technologies, all operating at massive scale. We are looking for an experienced security leader to join the AWS AppSec team. As a security leader, you will own building and managing a team of security engineers and leaders, fostering a strong team culture. You and your team will be responsible for reviewing and testing our new services before release, partnering closely with our development teams to produce innovative and secure solutions. We're looking for a leader that's highly passionate about the potential of cloud computing and building a high performing security team. Ideally you have a track record of delivering high quality technology products and services in a hyper-growth environment where priorities shift quickly. You should know how to prioritize, communicate clearly and compellingly, and understand how to drive a high level of focus and excellence with a strong team. AWS in general, and AppSec in particular, operates at very large scale and demands high standards, so a passion and discipline around security and delivery is critical. A high level of ownership and accountability is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop high-performance security teams such as Application Security, Security Assurance, and Red Teams.
• Review and test new services before release, ensuring security standards are met.
• Partner closely with development teams to produce innovative and secure solutions.
• Foster a strong team culture and promote high standards of security and delivery.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with team members and stakeholders.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience leading, managing & developing high performance security teams.
• 5+ years of experience within a software security team or similar operating environment.
• Hands-on knowledge of information security technologies such as security design review, threat modeling, risk analysis, and software testing techniques.
• BA/BS in computer science, information security, related discipline, or equivalent work experience.
• Strong information security risk-based prioritization abilities.
• Excellent written communication skills, with a focus on translating technically complex issues into simple, easy to understand concepts.

Nice-to-haves

• MA/MS in computer science or related field.
• Information security professional certifications encouraged (SANS GIAC, CISSP, etc.).
• Experience architecting, securing, and operating Amazon Web Services.
• Experience managing remote team members.
• A strong bias for action with proven ability to handle high stress, time sensitive security tasks.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Medical benefits
• Financial benefits
• Career growth opportunities
• Work-life balance support