Security Tech Operations Engineer, Amazon Security Hardware

Amazon • Hebron, KY

15d

About The Position

The AWS Hardware Supply Chain Security (HSCS) organization is looking for a
Hardware Security Operations Engineer who has a passion for security and the
curiosity to analyze and report conclusions on the integrity of AWS hardware at
any stage in its life cycle. You will work with a team of professionals around
the world to help assess and mitigate risks in partner manufacturing and
logistics, contribute to new mechanisms for defense and response, and analyze
the ever-shifting threat landscape to help us prioritize continuous improvement.
You will have the opportunity to work in a supportive, collaboration-filled
environment to build and secure the future of the cloud.

The HSCS organization exists to set the bar for AWS hardware life cycle security
from design through end of life and drives durable mechanisms to meet
requirements. If you have experience in areas such as modern semiconductor
manufacturing and test, hardware/firmware analysis, or supply chain security
your expertise is needed more than ever and we are interested in talking to you!

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience diagnosing and troubleshooting
electronics PCB assemblies, including proficiency with test equipment such as
multimeters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, X-ray systems, shredders, and decap
tools. They will demonstrate strong analytical judgment in interpreting test
results and applying findings, supported by a solid understanding of hardware
security fundamentals.

In this role you will help assess risks to AWS infrastructure by validating
hardware security controls through inspection and testing of various devices
across the whole lifecycle beginning with suppliers and ending in
decommissioning. You will help implement, refine, and execute testing plans for
projects exercising both simple and advanced testing techniques, oversee their
execution, provide revision and follow-on testing, and perform analysis and
reporting of the data. You will assist in refining and growing our capabilities
to provide pinnacle protection to all of Amazon and its customers while working
with fellow security professionals from across Amazon as well as supplier and
data center operations teams to partner in keeping AWS infrastructure secure.

Diverse Experiences
Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the
preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage
candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a
traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t 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 Amazon’s 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.

Requirements

• Experience in a Linux or Unix environment
• Experience with lab safety, security and quality practices
• 1+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience
• 2+ years of computer hardware experience, including troubleshooting and repairing experience

Nice To Haves

• Experience with general troubleshooting/debugging of hardware
• A+ or CND (Certified Network Defender) or Network+ or Security+, or COMPTIA A+, N+ or Sec+ certification
• 2+ years of data center, critical environment, computer hardware repair, infrastructure cabling, network deployment, or data center operations experience
• 2+ years of technical work with computer systems and technology components, or 2+ years of customer support experience
• AA or higher degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent professional experience
• 1-2 years experience with using equipment such as power meters, power supplies, oscilloscopes, soldering stations, fume extractors, bread boards, microscopes, x-ray machines, and pcb shredders

Responsibilities

• Ability to work independently on projects and understand the fundamentals of hardware
• Perform testing, automation, root cause analysis and generating engineering artifacts
• Develop and review SOPs for operation, equipment, testing and analysis
• Develop and review engineering reports with internal team and internal customer prior to publishing
• Complete engineering tasks using SOPs
• Collaborate with other engineers on daily work, asset management, and test procedures
• Drive a security mindset and provide guidance across all functions and operations
• Capability to audit and review operational activities (ie. - cycle count, physical security, inventory management, etc.)
• Focused on continuous improvement to improve automation and efficiency of operations

Benefits

• 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
• parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree