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Security Engineer, AWS Customer Incident Response Team (CIRT)
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Job Location:
Austin, TX - USA
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Posted:
10 August 2026 (17 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
7 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Do you want to work on planetary scale incident response solutions in the cloud Are you skilled at performing Security Incident Response activities and helping customers build threat detection and incident response capabilities using highly scalable computing architectures Are you excited to help customers respond to security incidents and automate security operations giving them unprecedented capability and agility Do you enjoy working on fast-paced complex projects focused on game changing business outcomes for customers globally As a member of the AWS Customer Incident Response Team in the AWS Security organization you will have the opportunity to help customers respond to security incidents and pioneer technically superb security solutions to help customer operate securely in the cloud. Building on those experiences youll collaborate with AWS service teams on new features innovate with new technologies and explore new challenges.
The AWS Customer Incident Response team a part of AWS Security leverages the expertise and ingenuity of our builders to establish scalable security solutions for both internal and external customers that drive business outcomes. Our goal of securing the worlds workloads and building a brighter future for humanity requires us to focus on reliable delivery of bar raising security outcomes and investment in security mechanisms and automation on behalf of our customers
Cloud security is our highest priority at AWS. As an AWS customer you benefit from an environment built to meet the requirements of the most security-sensitive organizations. As an AWS Security team member you will help secure that environment for our customers while working on security products for a variety of platforms and technologies all operating at massive scale.
We are looking for an experienced security engineer with an ability to scale security and make the right trade-off decisions that enable us to offer secure innovative solutions to customers.
Key job responsibilities
Perform and oversee incident response operations
Become a deep technical resource that earns the trust of customer stakeholders before during and after a security event.
Independently contribute to teams that include Amazonians partners and customers to build and deploy threat detection and incident response capabilities.
Design build and deploy solutions to automate security operations and incident response on AWS.
Independently contribute to internal builder projects to develop new consulting engagement models and capabilities for customers.
Develop high-quality content such as automation tools reference architectures and white papers to help our consultants partners and customers build on the work that we deliver.
Innovate on behalf of customers by translating your thoughts into actionable results.
Mentor and invest in our consultants partners and customers to raise the bar for our customers.
On-call required.
About the team
Diverse Experiences
Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting hasnt followed a traditional path or includes alternative experiences dont 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 Amazons 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.
Inclusive Team Culture
In Amazon Security its 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 & Career Growth
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing training and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
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 theres nothing we cant achieve.
- 2 years of scripting programming and security code review in a common programming language (non-internship) experience
- Bachelors degree in a STEM field (Science Technology Engineering Mathematics) or 2 years of IT Security experience
- Experience in troubleshooting systems issues analyzing logs or automating basic tasks using command line tools (non-internship experience)
- Experience working as part of a computer Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT) or Product Security Incident Response Team (PSIRT)
- Fluency building AI tools
- 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
- 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
- Experience with AWS products and services
- 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.
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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The AWS Customer Incident Response team a part of AWS Security leverages the expertise and ingenuity of our builders to establish scalable security solutions for both internal and external customers that drive business outcomes. Our goal of securing the worlds workloads and building a brighter future for humanity requires us to focus on reliable delivery of bar raising security outcomes and investment in security mechanisms and automation on behalf of our customers
Cloud security is our highest priority at AWS. As an AWS customer you benefit from an environment built to meet the requirements of the most security-sensitive organizations. As an AWS Security team member you will help secure that environment for our customers while working on security products for a variety of platforms and technologies all operating at massive scale.
We are looking for an experienced security engineer with an ability to scale security and make the right trade-off decisions that enable us to offer secure innovative solutions to customers.
Key job responsibilities
Perform and oversee incident response operations
Become a deep technical resource that earns the trust of customer stakeholders before during and after a security event.
Independently contribute to teams that include Amazonians partners and customers to build and deploy threat detection and incident response capabilities.
Design build and deploy solutions to automate security operations and incident response on AWS.
Independently contribute to internal builder projects to develop new consulting engagement models and capabilities for customers.
Develop high-quality content such as automation tools reference architectures and white papers to help our consultants partners and customers build on the work that we deliver.
Innovate on behalf of customers by translating your thoughts into actionable results.
Mentor and invest in our consultants partners and customers to raise the bar for our customers.
On-call required.
About the team
Diverse Experiences
Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting hasnt followed a traditional path or includes alternative experiences dont 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 Amazons 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.
Inclusive Team Culture
In Amazon Security its 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 & Career Growth
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing training and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
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 theres nothing we cant achieve.
- 2 years of scripting programming and security code review in a common programming language (non-internship) experience
- Bachelors degree in a STEM field (Science Technology Engineering Mathematics) or 2 years of IT Security experience
- Experience in troubleshooting systems issues analyzing logs or automating basic tasks using command line tools (non-internship experience)
- Experience working as part of a computer Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT) or Product Security Incident Response Team (PSIRT)
- Fluency building AI tools
- 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
- 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
- Experience with AWS products and services
- 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.
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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt 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 TX Austin - 159300.00 - 202400.00 USD annually
USA WA Seattle - 159300.00 - 202400.00 USD annually
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