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Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the leading cloud service provider, providing virtualised infrastructure, storage, networking, messaging, and many other services to customers all over the world. AWS runs a globally distributed environment, operating at massive levels of scale. Businesses, from startups to enterprises to large government customers, run their operations and applications on AWS'' highly secure infrastructure.Job OverviewAWS Security is looking for a Security Systems Engineer to play a pivotal role in ensuring the security and integrity of our systems and infrastructure. You will work closely with our security team to implement and maintain robust security measures that adhere to Australian Government security requirements, including the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and the Information Security Manual (ISM).Key ResponsibilitiesPerforming security event monitoring, incident management and response.Develop, tune, and maintain SIEM detections, dashboards, and correlation rules.Conduct proactive threat hunting and analysis to identify suspicious behaviour.Investigate, respond and be the escalation point for security alerts and incidents.Support the integration and optimisation of security data sources within SIEM platforms.Contribute to continuous improvement of SOC processes and automation initiatives including authoring SOC SOPs and runbooks.Apply frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and NIST in concert with the ISM and PSPF to guide security operations.Perform oncall duties as required, out of business hours.Hold or be able to attain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency clearance (see in the LifeTypical tasks include realtime monitoring of security alerts, investigating suspicious activities, developing custom detection rules, conducting threat hunts, collaborating with service teams on remediation, and generating metrics and dashboards to track security performance.Basic Qualifications3+ years experience as a SOC Analyst or Defensive Cyber Role.Experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, Sumo Logic).Good understanding of incident response, threat detection, and security monitoring.Good working knowledge of foundational systems and protocols (DNS, TCP/IP).Excellent analytical, problemsolving, and communication skills.Preferred Qualifications5+ years experience as a SOC Analyst or Defensive Cyber Role.Demonstrated experience and application of incident response, threat detection, and security monitoring in high security environments.Strong technical working knowledge of key security domains (Cryptography, Identity & Access Management, and Application Security).Experience with AWS products and services.Acknowledgement Of CountryIn the spirit of reconciliation, Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.IDE StatementAmazon 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, please visit for more information.CompanyAmazon Web Services Australia Pty LtdJob ID: A3128132#J-18808-Ljbffr