AWS Security Engineer

Job Title: AWS Security Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage AWS security controls (including IAM, VPC, S3, KMS, GuardDuty, CloudTrail, Security Hub)
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and risk analyses; propose and implement mitigation strategies
• Monitor and respond to security events; support incident response and forensic investigations
• Automate security processes and integrate security tools with CI/CD pipelines
• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and documentation for AWS environments
• Train engineers in secure coding practices and AWS security standards
• Lead AWS-focused security roadmap projects and ensure compliance with frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, ITIL, COBIT)
• Collaborate with IT, engineering, and third-party vendors to ensure secure design, deployment, and operations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of AWS security engineering experience with strong knowledge of AWS services (IAM, VPC, S3, KMS, GuardDuty, CloudTrail, Security Hub)
• AWS Security or Architect certifications preferred
• Experience with cloud security principles: network segmentation, IAM, encryption, monitoring
• Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, etc.)
• Strong background in vulnerability management, incident response, and security assessments
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks (PCI, GDPR, GLBA, CMMC, etc.)
• Familiarity with secure SDLC, code reviews, and API security
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, lead initiatives, and mentor others