Security Tech Operations Engineer, Amazon Security Hardware

Amazon; United States; On-site; USD 84,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Hardware Security Operations Engineer within the AWS HSCS organization to analyze and secure hardware across its life cycle, from supplier to decommissioning. You will perform testing, automation, and root-cause analysis while developing SOPs, reports, and risk mitigation strategies with global teams.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on hardware diagnostic experience, familiarity with test equipment, and a strong foundation in hardware security principles to help protect

Qualifications

• 2+ years of quality assurance engineering experience.
• Experience in automation testing.
• Experience in manual testing.
• Experience in UI and API automation testing (Selenium/SOAPUI).

Responsibilities

• Ability to work independently on projects and understand the fundamentals of hardware.
• Perform testing, automation, root cause analysis and generating engineering artifacts.
• Develop and review SOPs for operation, equipment, testing and analysis.
• Develop and review engineering reports with internal team and internal customer prior to publishing.
• Complete engineering tasks using SOPs.
• Collaborate with other engineers on daily work, asset management, and test procedures.
• Drive a security mindset and provide guidance across all functions and operations.
• Capability to audit and review operational activities (ie. - cycle count, physical security, inventory management, etc.).
• Focused on continuous improvement to improve automation and efficiency of operations.

Skills

Quality assurance

Automation testing

Manual testing

UI & API automation

Selenium

SOAPUI

Tools

Selenium

SOAPUI

Job description

Description

The AWS Hardware Supply Chain Security (HSCS) organization is looking for a Hardware Security Operations Engineer who has a passion for security and the curiosity to analyze and report conclusions on the integrity of AWS hardware at any stage in its life cycle. You will work with a team of professionals around the world to help assess and mitigate risks in partner manufacturing and logistics, contribute to new mechanisms for defense and response, and analyze the ever-shifting threat landscape to help us prioritize continuous improvement. You will have the opportunity to work in a supportive, collaboration-filled environment to build and secure the future of the cloud.

The HSCS organization exists to set the bar for AWS hardware life cycle security from design through end of life and drives durable mechanisms to meet requirements. If you have experience in areas such as modern semiconductor manufacturing and test, hardware/firmware analysis, or supply chain security your expertise is needed more than ever and we are interested in talking to you!

The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience diagnosing and troubleshooting electronics PCB assemblies, including proficiency with test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, X‑ray systems, shredders, and decap tools. They will demonstrate strong analytical judgment in interpreting test results and applying findings, supported by a solid understanding of hardware security fundamentals.

Key job responsibilities

• Ability to work independently on projects and understand the fundamentals of hardware
• Perform testing, automation, root cause analysis and generating engineering artifacts
• Develop and review SOPs for operation, equipment, testing and analysis
• Develop and review engineering reports with internal team and internal customer prior to publishing
• Complete engineering tasks using SOPs
• Collaborate with other engineers on daily work, asset management, and test procedures
• Drive a security mindset and provide guidance across all functions and operations
• Capability to audit and review operational activities (ie. - cycle count, physical security, inventory management, etc.)
• Focused on continuous improvement to improve automation and efficiency of operations

A day in the life

In this role you will help assess risks to AWS infrastructure by validating hardware security controls through inspection and testing of various devices across the whole lifecycle beginning with suppliers and ending in decommissioning. You will help implement, refine, and execute testing plans for projects exercising both simple and advanced testing techniques, oversee their execution, provide revision and follow‑on testing, and perform analysis and reporting of the data. You will assist in refining and growing our capabilities to provide pinnacle protection to all of Amazon and its customers while working with fellow security professionals from across Amazon as well as supplier and data center operations teams to partner in keeping AWS infrastructure secure.

About the team

Diverse Experiences Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Why Amazon Security

At Amazon, security is central to maintaining customer trust and delivering delightful customer experiences. Our organization is responsible for creating and maintaining a high bar for security across all of Amazon’s products and services. We offer talented security professionals the chance to accelerate their careers with opportunities to build experience in a wide variety of areas including cloud, devices, retail, entertainment, healthcare, operations, and physical stores.

Work/Life Balance

We value work‑life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve.

Inclusive Team Culture

In Amazon Security, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences inspire us to continue learning and to embrace our uniqueness. Addressing the toughest security challenges requires that we seek out and celebrate a diversity of ideas, perspectives, and voices.

Training and Career growth

We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge‑sharing, training, and other career‑advancing resources here to help you develop into a better‑rounded professional.

Basic Qualifications

• 2+ years of quality assurance engineering experience
• Experience in automation testing
• Experience in manual testing
• Experience in UI and API automation testing (Selenium/SOAPUI)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in API & Mobile testing
• Experience designing and planning test conditions, test scripts, and test data sets to ensure appropriate and adequate coverage and control

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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, KY, Hebron - 84,100.00 - 147,200.00 USD annually