Security Engineering Lead - AWS Security & Threat Emulation

Amazon; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Web Services (AWS) Security Engineering Lead in Melbourne leads offensive security testing, threat modeling, and automated threat emulation efforts to secure large-scale cloud services. You will guide security practices across development teams, deliver robust testing plans, and mentor engineers while aligning with Australia-specific controls.

Applicants should have 7+ years in cybersecurity, strong knowledge of security frameworks, and experience with security tooling like Splunk and

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years delivering cyber security solutions to large enterprises or government customers.
• Experience guiding security engineering programs and defining strategies that balance prevention and detection.
• Masters or PhD in Cybersecurity or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead offensive security testing, threat emulation, and vulnerability research across AWS projects.
• Develop automated threat emulation tools and secure development lifecycle guidance for teams.
• Set testing standards, produce high-quality plans and reports, and mentor engineers.
• Collaborate with security leaders across jurisdictions to implement Australian region controls.

Skills

Cybersecurity Expertise

Threat Modeling

Offensive Security

Security Testing

Education

Masters' degree in Cybersecurity

PhD in Cybersecurity

Tools

Splunk

CrowdStrike

Job description

Amazon Web Services (AWS) Security Engineering Lead in Melbourne leads offensive security testing, threat modeling, and automated threat emulation efforts to secure large-scale cloud services. You will guide security practices across development teams, deliver robust testing plans, and mentor engineers while aligning with Australia-specific controls.

Applicants should have 7+ years in cybersecurity, strong knowledge of security frameworks, and experience with security tooling like Splunk and