Security Engineer - AWS / Serverless & Automation

About the Role

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Python, Go or equivalent development, hands-on experience with AWS security-centric services, and proficiency in AWS Step Functions and Lambda. You will design, develop and maintain automation frameworks to streamline security processes and integrate security automation into CI/CD pipelines. What You'll Do

• Design, develop and maintain automation framework and scripts to streamline security processes and workflows

• Deploy and manage AWS resources using Terraform, ensuring secure and scalable infrastructure

• Implement innovative security solutions to reduce mean time to detect and respond

• Implement and optimize AWS Step Functions and Lambda for serverless automation workflows

• Leverage AWS security-centric services (IAM, Control Tower, KMS, Macie, GuardDuty, CloudTrail, EventBridge) to enhance cloud security

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security automation into CI/CD pipelines

• Monitor and troubleshoot AWS infrastructure to ensure high availability, performance and compliance

• Stay updated on AWS best practices, security trends, and emerging technologies to drive continuous improvements

• Support a wide range of security technologies, including, but not limited to: Pipeline security, DevSecOps, CloudFormation templates, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, SIEM, CSPM and Vulnerability Scanners

• Work independently with minimal supervision, while guiding the team as needed What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work-related experience)

• 3+ years of professional experience in Python, Go or equivalent development, focusing on automation

• 3+ years of hands-on experience with AWS technologies, particularly security-centric services (IAM, KMS, Control Tower, Macie, GuardDuty, CloudTrail, EventBridge, etc)

• Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code using Terraform

• Working knowledge of AWS Step Functions and AWS Lambda for serverless architectures

• SIEM, IPS, and Vulnerability Scanners

• Familiar with cloud security best practices and compliance frameworks

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or in a team environment

• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Remote in Mexico Nice to Have

• AWS certification (e.g., AWS Certified Security - Specialty, AWS Certified Solutions Architect)

• Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Scalr, Harness, Jenkins) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

• Knowledge of additional programming languages or scripting tools

• Familiarity with other cloud platforms (Alibaba, GCP) is a plus Compensation & Benefits

• No salary range or benefits information provided in the posting.