Description
The Security Industry Specialist is responsible for providing advanced expertise, consultation and guidance on industry trends, best practices, and innovative solutions in eCommerce fraud, cyber security and compliance risks.
We are looking for an experienced risk specialist with industry experience in eCommerce fraud, compliance, or cyber fraud investigations with relevant risk management experience and technical experience with cybersecurity, crypto, security engineering, etc. and data analysis skills (SQL, Python, Machine Learning, Data Science, etc.). An Individual in this role will own critical and high impact risk investigations and root cause analysis projects to scale their findings through technology and analytics (SQL, Python, machine learning). Further, an individual in this role is responsible for interpreting risks across Amazon's different business segments while developing pragmatic and systematic solutions to solve endemic problems.
The ideal candidate should be passionate about working in a fast-paced environment, solving highly ambiguous problems through use of advanced data analytics and technology. The role will require the individual to dive deep into complex and diverse data sets to identify risk patterns and establish connections to uncover process and technology gaps to prevent fraud across Amazon stores worldwide. To be successful, the candidate must possess a customer-oriented attitude; have the highest standards of professionalism; and thrive in a work environment where everyone's views are respected and valued.
Key job responsibilities
Complete risk analyses using complex data sets leveraging SQL, Python, etc.
Balance use of data and judgment to drive faster action on complex and ambiguous risk investigations.
Identify gaps and risks in Amazon's current mechanisms and policies and recommend solutions to product/policy owning teams.
Use data and/or technical skills to discover new ways to scale risk signals resulting in the identification of all bad actors.
Break problems into manageable pieces, prioritizing, and delivering results in an ambiguous and constantly changing environment.
Conduct large scale deep dives to derive insights about tactics used to conduct abuse on our stores, identifying gaps and risk in Amazon's current mechanisms, systems, and policies.
Discover solutions and convey detailed technical knowledge (verbally, in writing, and via diagram) to engineering, legal, and program/product management teams
About the team
About the team The Trust & Store Integrity team (TSI) is responsible for creating a trustworthy shopping experience across Amazon stores worldwide by protecting customers, brands, selling partners and Amazon from fraud, counterfeit, and abuse as well as empowering, providing world-class support, and building loyalty with Amazon's millions of selling partners. We embrace our differences and are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We have 14 employee-led affinity groups, reaching 10,000+ employees in chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and we host annual and ongoing learning experiences, including our DEI Ambassador Program. Amazon's culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust. We design and implement policies, tools and innovative technology solutions to protect customers by identifying and preventing abuse worldwide.
Our growth requires highly skilled candidates who move fast, have an entrepreneurial spirit to create new solutions, a tenacity to get things done, and can break down and solve complex problems. We value individual expression, respect different opinions, and work together to create a culture where each of us can contribute fully. Our unique backgrounds and perspectives strengthen our ability to achieve Amazon's mission of being Earth's most customer-centric company. Our team is comprised of experts in risk domains such as fraud, cybersecurity, data security, insider risk, regulatory compliance, etc. with a strong dependence on data analysis and or technical skills. We complement specialized industry skills with broad risk experiences gathered to deliver results.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, analytics, mathematics, statistics, IT or equivalent, or experience in information security and compliance
Knowledge of SQL
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel at an advanced level, including: pivot tables, macros, index/match, vlookup, VBA, data links, etc.
Experience using data and metrics to back up assumptions and implement effective solutions
Experience in written and verbal communication skills to communicate with technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership
Experience managing confidential and sensitive employee information and adherence to strict confidentiality standards
Experience with high-level negotiation and successful internal and external relationship management
Experience implementing repeatable processes and driving automation or standardization
Proven ability to deliver complex projects across multiple teams.
Strong critical thinker with the vision to work both tactically and strategically.
Experience with utilizing and integrating Agentic AI solutions in daily workflows
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or other related discipline
Experience in fraud investigation, abuse, cyber-crimes, or equivalent
Experience in data science, machine learning or data mining
Demonstrated experience in areas such as digital forensics or internal investigations.
Experience in adjacent domain areas like network engineering, Infosec, software development for e-commerce, or work involving software for API's or web scraping.
Experience working with Threat Intelligence teams, threat modeling and familiarity with open-source intelligence (OSINT).
CISSP Certification or experience in multiple CISSP knowledge areas
Language proficiency welcomed (Mandarin, Russian, Japanese, or Spanish).
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $91,800/year in our lowest geographic market up to $196,300/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
