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Amazon

Principal Security Engineer

Amazon, San Jose, California, United States, 95199

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Join Amazon as a Principal Security Engineer and become a key player in solving complex security challenges across diverse business areas, including AWS hardware protection, satellite security for Kuiper, and safeguarding Whole Foods locations globally. In this role, you will drive innovative security solutions that impact billions of customers and enhance our organizational safeguards. As a Principal Security Engineer, you will: Lead architects for significant security projects, shaping the security strategy of the department. Ensure Amazon's leadership in delivering top-notch security solutions to customers while safeguarding internal information and data. Utilize your broad experience in cyber security to navigate complex security issues and lead teams across various disciplines like penetration testing, security operations, and identity management. Engage as the primary contact for external clients regarding information security inquiries, providing insights into threat protection and modernization efforts. Basic Qualifications: 10+ years of experience identifying security risks and crafting mitigation strategies. Preferred Qualifications: Deep hands-on expertise in at least two of the following areas: network security, embedded security, cryptography, web/network protocols, data structures, algorithms, software development, threat modeling, or vulnerability assessments. At Amazon, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities during the hiring process. Our compensation reflects the labor market across various US locations, with a base pay range from $146,600 to $218,100, alongside potential equity, sign-on bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. This position will remain open until filled. Interested candidates should apply through our career site.