Senior Security Engineer, Global Professional Services Security

VulnU; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 178,000 - 227,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Retirement match

Equity

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Amazon in Herndon, VA is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to design, develop, and implement security solutions that strengthen AWS Global ProServe's security posture. You will build automated protections and drive improvements across complex security domains and customer engagements.

You will mentor junior engineers, lead security reviews, and contribute to secure architectures while applying security engineering best practices in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years troubleshooting systems issues and automating tasks with command line tools.
• 5+ years identifying security issues and developing mitigation plans.
• 4+ years scripting and security code review in common languages.
• Experience with cloud architecture and service-oriented architectures.

Responsibilities

• Automate security tools and develop security solutions.
• Conduct application security reviews and threat modeling.
• Design secure architectures and provide security guidance.
• Deliver security metrics and drive continuous improvements.
• Mentor teams through security training and documentation.

Skills

Troubleshooting systems issues

Security risk assessment

Scripting / programming

Security code review

Cloud architecture

Threat modeling

Mentoring / leadership

SOA/microservices security

Programming languages

Job description

# Senior Security Engineer, Global Professional Services SecurityAmazon · amazon.comCategory: Security EngineeringLocation: Herndon, Virginia, USALevel: Senior## Quality of lifeWhat the posting states. Hover or tap a perk to see the line it came from.* Paid parental leave* Retirement match* Equity* Flexible PTOApplication deadline: Oct 25, 2026We're seeking a Security Engineer to design, develop, and implement security solutions that strengthen AWS Global ProServe's security posture. You'll build automated security mechanisms to monitor and protect AWS interactions with customers, developing elegant solutions to complex business problems while following security engineering best practices.As a Security Engineer at AWS, you'll contribute across multiple domains within Professional Services Security and throughout Amazon. You'll mentor junior engineers, serve as a security thought leader, and foster constructive dialogue while seeking continuous process improvements. You're expected to have deep expertise in at least one specialty while maintaining broad Information Security knowledge across technical areas.This role combines troubleshooting, technical, and communication skills with opportunities to handle diverse tasks including project and software development work. You'll gain new security skills and advance your career as you grow within the organization.Key job responsibilities- Automate security tools and develop security solutions- Conduct application security reviews and threat modeling- Design secure architectures and provide security guidance- Deliver security metrics and drive continuous improvements- Mentor teams through security training and documentationA day in the life- Enhance automation to improve operational efficiency and build insights from existing data- Identify and prioritize automation opportunities across diverse tool landscapes and architectures- Collaborate with Professional Services teams on security mechanisms and compliance standards- Contribute to security training, best practices documentation, and policies for regulated data- Implement scalable audit processes for security controls and compliance standardsThis position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen.10042About the teamAWS Professional Services combines AI-enhanced delivery, specialized solutions, deep industry expertise, and dedicated centers of delivery excellence (VMware, SAP, and more) to help organizations design, build, migrate, and manage their AWS workloads and applications. Businesses get unique access to AWS innovations, proven frameworks, and specialized capabilities to accelerate timelines, reduce risk, and deliver faster time to value.ABOUT AWS: Diverse ExperiencesAmazon 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 AWSAmazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.Work/Life BalanceWe value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud. Inclusive Team CultureAWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.Mentorship and Career GrowthWe’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. - 4+ years of non-internship background in troubleshooting systems issues, analyzing logs, or automating complex tasks using command line tools experience- 5+ years of work in identifying security issues and risks, and developing mitigation plans experience- 4+ years of (non-internship) scripting, programming, and security code review in common programming languages experience- Knowledge of at least two of the following programming languages: Scala, Java, Python, C/C++, or Go- 5+ years of cloud architecture and solution implementation experience- Experience applying threat modeling or other risk identification techniques or equivalent- Experience with security in service-oriented architectures/microservices and web services- Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering teamAmazon 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, CO, Denver - 178,400.00 - 226,700.00 USD annuallyUSA, MD, Jessup - 178,400.00 - 226,700.00 USD annuallyUSA, VA, Arlington - 178,400.00 - 226,700.00 USD annuallyUSA, VA, Herndon - 178,400.00 - 226,700.00 USD annuallyUSA, WA, Seattle - 178,400.00 - 226,700.00 USD annually