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Amazon.com, Inc.
Security Engineer, Ring and Blink CS Security Program
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What they do
A Cyber Security Engineer designs systems that protect the security of large databases, including databases with customer information and patient files. Examines client computer systems, identifies weak points in security, develops and implements new systems, monitors and responds to security issues.
$132,304 / year median in California
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Description We are seeking an experienced Security Engineer III (L5) individual contributor to expand critical security infrastructure around data protection and accountability. Ring and Blink Customer Support employees use 1P and 3P tools to handle customer data and perform actions that can impact customers' devices, security, and privacy. In this role, you will own the continued development of mechanisms designed to monitor, detect, and escalate security events to incident response teams. You will also work cross-functionally with application security (AppSec), software development engineers, and solution architects to design workflows that inject security concepts early in CS technology build cycles. You will tackle ambiguous, large-scale security challenges where customer, employee, or legal/regulatory needs are defined, but security strategies must be established from the ground up. Key job responsibilities
- Design and implement security frameworks that scale across Ring and Blink Customer Support operations, including Splunk-based detection systems, monitoring dashboards, and unified security intelligence platforms consolidating insights from Incident Response, Adversarial Threat, Insider Threat, Fraud, and Loss Prevention
- Develop AI-powered security solutions including risk scoring systems, automated threat detection, and intelligent security response mechanisms
- Establish streamlined security pathways that balance rigorous security standards with efficient application security assessments, partnering with AppSec, Product Security, and Engineering teams to certify technology projects
- Drive cross-organizational consensus across multiple stakeholder groups with differing priorities, mentoring security engineers and setting standards for security engineering excellence
- Design and implement security compliance frameworks that meet Amazon standards and regulatory requirements (CCPA, GDPR, FTC), including automated compliance tracking, identity and access management, and audit-ready controls
- Proactively engage with product and system owners to design security controls for emerging technologies, translating complex security risks into actionable recommendations while balancing business needs, customer experience, and measurable risk reduction A day in the life A big part of your day is creating, and managing threat detections.
- 3+ years of programming in Python, Ruby, Go, Swift, Java, .Net, C++ or similar object oriented language experience
- 2+ years of scripting, programming, and security code review in a common programming language (non-internship) experience
- 2+ years of troubleshooting systems issues, analyzing logs, or automating basic tasks using command line tools (non-internship) experience
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), or experience in IT Security
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), or 2+ years of IT Security experience
- Knowledge of networking protocols such as HTTP, DNS and TCP/IP
- Knowledge of industry-based security vulnerabilities and remediation techniques
- Experience in scripting, programming, and security code reviewing in a common programming language (non-internship)
- Experience in troubleshooting systems issues, analyzing logs, or automating basic tasks using command line tools (non-internship experience) Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years of any combination of the following: threat modeling experience, secure coding, identity management and authentication, software development, cryptography, system administration and network security experience
- 2+ years of scripting, programming, or security code review in a common language, such as Python, Java or C++ experience
- Knowledge of command line tools to troubleshoot protocols, analyze log outputs, or automate basic tasks
- Knowledge of networking protocols such as HTTP(S), DNS, and TCP/IP
- Knowledge of networking protocols, to include HTTP(S), DNS, and TCP/IP
- Experience with AWS products and services
- Experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, C++
- Experience in scripting, programming, or security code reviewing in a common language, such as Python, Java, or C++
- Experience performing security activities across one or more phases of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), such as security design review, threat modeling, secure code review, and security testing Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants:
Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 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, CA, Hawthorne- 159,300.00
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Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Mental Health
- Health and Wellness Programs