Lead Security Engineer, Identity and Access Management

Join us as a Lead Security Engineer in Identity and Access Management to help secure essential Identity and Governance services in the AWS cloud and deliver top-tier protection for our customers! At Amazon Web Services (AWS), our Identity and Governance teams are responsible for building and operating the identity, authentication, and authorization stack for the AWS cloud. We create services that facilitate customer access management and governance across their AWS environments efficiently and securely. As a Lead Security Engineer at Amazon, you will spearhead the design, development, and implementation of security solutions that safeguard our global infrastructure, products, and customer data. This role requires a unique blend of deep security expertise and advanced software engineering skills to create scalable security systems and frameworks. Key Responsibilities: Lead intricate security initiatives across multiple service teams and influence architectural decisions that enhance organizational security posture. Develop automated security testing frameworks and continuous security monitoring systems. Create prototypes and proofs of concept to demonstrate new and innovative security technologies. Design and implement scalable security solutions using programming languages such as Java, Python, or Go. Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers while establishing security engineering best practices. Collaborate with software development teams to integrate security controls throughout the development lifecycle. Manage security incident responses and conduct root cause analyses for complex security events. Shape product roadmaps by offering security expertise during planning phases. Technical Leadership: Drive the technical direction for security projects affecting multiple teams or organizations. Create and maintain technical design documents for security systems and controls. Review and endorse security architecture proposals and technical implementation plans. Lead security assessments for critical systems and applications. Collaborate with Product, Operations, and Development teams to enhance security measures. Represent security engineering in high-level technical discussions. Guide junior security engineers and enhance team capabilities. Promote security best practices across engineering organizations. About Our Team: The Identity Security team partners with AWS Identity, Governance, and Infrastructure as Code services to mitigate risks throughout service development and lifecycle. Our security engineers collaborate with software engineers to proactively address potential security concerns during design and development phases. We identify and remedy unknown threats before they affect customers. When security incidents occur, we support teams in minimizing customer impact while working on preventive measures. Furthermore, we lead security efforts that elevate the security standards across a wide range of services, fostering a culture of security awareness and continuous improvement. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience. 5+ years of experience in software development, system, and network security. Expertise in managing large-scale technical projects and implementing changes across services, products, or organizations. Thorough understanding of Authentication/Authorization practices, internet protocols, and operating system security. Experience in architecting, securing, and operating AWS products and services. Familiarity with threat modeling and secure coding practices. Experience with service-oriented architectures and web services security. Proficiency in one major programming language, preferably Java. Preferred Qualifications: Masters or PhD in Computer Science or related field. Experience in a Red Team or implementing proactive security measures in a professional environment. Strong analytical abilities and proven system design skills. Ability to achieve stretch goals in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Exceptional leadership and teamwork skills. Strong ownership mentality and drive. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that empowers every Amazonian to achieve their best. If you're ready to overcome challenges and secure our AWS products and data, we invite you to apply! Job ID: 2861768 This position may remain posted until filled. Interested candidates should apply through our career site.