Security Engineer II

Description Description Amazon Payments processes millions of transactions every day across numerous countries and payment methods. Over 100 million customers and merchants send tens of billions of dollars through our systems annually. We are re-inventing the vision of our platform to provide our internal and external clients the best payment gateway service, benchmarked against the top external alternatives. Paramount to our success is ensuring that customer data is secure across Amazon Payments products and services. At the Payments Proactive Security Team, we are influencing the internal Payments ecosystem to pursue best security practices as well as driving the improvement of product security at scale by leveraging the automated solution and feedback loop mechanism established internally.A Security Engineer in Amazon will be strong in multiple security domains and sought out for advice on technical issues. Efficient time management skills are required along with the ability to deliver results in the face of uncertainty. Engineers in this role must show exemplary judgment in making technical trade-offs between short versus long term security and business goals. They must also demonstrate resilience and navigate difficult situations with composure and tact. The successful candidate must be one that can handle several difficult challenges and problems, can make risk-based assessments founded on data and facts. Additionally, the successful candidate will be: Methodically empirical and experimental in approach and evaluation without being bound by over paralysis-by-analysis;Work ceaselessly to improve knowledge of the security field, threat landscape, security intelligence, moving proactively toward prevention and detection of threats;Be an enthusiastic learner and curiosity seeker, focusing on what can be done rather than hindered by notions of what cannot be;Possess effective verbal and written communication skills, be passionate about sharing knowledge, tactics, strategy, as well as advocating for the project mission;Have excellent time management skills along with the ability to deliver results in the face of uncertainty; andEvangelize security within and be an advocate for customer trust.A successful candidate will be a deeply curious individual who brings technical expertise, and ability to work within a fast-paced startup culture in a large company that has broad business impact. This is a unique opportunity to start with Amazon Payments and innovating and scaling security to protect customer trust.Basic Qualifications BASIC QUALIFICATIONS BS in computer science, networking, information systems, computer engineering, or 5+ years'' equivalent experienceMinimum of 3 years'' experience in identifying security issues and risks, and developing mitigation plansMinimum of 3 years'' experience in software architecture, design, implementation, support, and evaluation of security-focused tools and servicesMinimum of 3 years'' experience in three or more of the following areas: cryptography, application security, authentication, web and network protocols, data structures and algorithms, software development, threat modelling, pen tests, or vulnerability assessmentsMinimum of 2 years scripting or programming experience in Java, Python, Perl, Scala, or other languagesMinimum of 2 years'' experience in executive communications or technical writing; clear, concise, and thorough written and oral communication skillsPreferred Qualifications PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Hands-on knowledge of evaluating, assessing and integrating with payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, Chase).Hands-on knowledge of information security technologies such as security design review, threat modeling, secure code review, risk analysis, and penetration testingExperience with vulnerability risk and impact assessmentAbility to make concrete progress in the face of ambiguity and imperfect knowledge (avoid "analysis paralysis")Strong information security risk-based prioritization abilitiesInformation security professional certifications encouraged (SANS GIAC, CISSP etc.)Excellent written communication skills, with a focus on translating technically complex issues into simple, easy to understand conceptsExcellent attention to detailMA/MS in computer science/related fieldMeets/exceeds Amazon''s leadership principles requirements for this roleMeets/exceeds Amazon''s functional/technical depth and complexity for this roleAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit Qualifications BASIC QUALIFICATIONS BS in computer science, networking, information systems, computer engineering, or 5+ years'' equivalent experienceMinimum of 3 years'' experience in identifying security issues and risks, and developing mitigation plansMinimum of 3 years'' experience in software architecture, design, implementation, support, and evaluation of security-focused tools and servicesMinimum of 3 years'' experience in three or more of the following areas: cryptography, application security, authentication, web and network protocols, data structures and algorithms, software development, threat modelling, pen tests, or vulnerability assessmentsMinimum of 2 years scripting or programming experience in Java, Python, Perl, Scala, or other languagesMinimum of 2 years'' experience in executive communications or technical writing; clear, concise, and thorough written and oral communication skillsPreferred Qualifications PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Hands-on knowledge of evaluating, assessing and integrating with payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, Chase).Hands-on knowledge of information security technologies such as security design review, threat modeling, secure code review, risk analysis, and penetration testingExperience with vulnerability risk and impact assessmentAbility to make concrete progress in the face of ambiguity and imperfect knowledge (avoid "analysis paralysis")Strong information security risk-based prioritization abilitiesInformation security professional certifications encouraged (SANS GIAC, CISSP etc.)Excellent written communication skills, with a focus on translating technically complex issues into simple, easy to understand conceptsExcellent attention to detailMA/MS in computer science/related fieldMeets/exceeds Amazon''s leadership principles requirements for this roleMeets/exceeds Amazon''s functional/technical depth and complexity for this roleAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit

Created: 2025-11-01