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How much do aws compliance jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for aws compliance in the United States is $98,949.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,500.00 and $115,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Aws Compliance vs Aws Security Engineer?

AspectAws ComplianceAws Security Engineer
CertificationsAWS Certified Security - Specialty, AWS Certified Cloud PractitionerAWS Certified Security - Specialty, CISSP, CISA
Work EnvironmentFocuses on compliance frameworks, audits, and regulatory requirements within AWS environmentsDesigns and implements security solutions, monitors security posture, and responds to incidents in AWS
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by compliance teams, auditors, and cloud governance roles in various industriesUsed by security teams, cloud engineers, and DevSecOps professionals in tech and enterprise sectors

Aws Compliance professionals primarily focus on ensuring AWS environments meet regulatory standards and compliance requirements. In contrast, Aws Security Engineers design and implement security measures to protect cloud infrastructure. Both roles require AWS certifications but serve different functions within cloud security and compliance frameworks.

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Infographic showing various Aws Compliance job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 90% In-person, and 10% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $98,949 per year, or $47.6 per hour.

Security Assurance Specialist , AWS Compliance & Security Assurance

Amazon

Arlington, VA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago


Amazon rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 7,154 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 39 rated national retailers


Job description

At AWS, Security is priority zero. As part of the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Security team, we are looking for a technically deep Industry Specialist who is passionate about owning far-reaching projects to drive continuous improvement across AWS at unparalleled scale. As a part of AWS Compliance and Security Assurance you'll have an opportunity to operate in a constantly changing environment, working with AWS business and engineering teams on business-critical, security projects and programs.

We work across AWS to drive strategic security initiatives, design and deliver tooling and automation, and continue to raise the bar on security at AWS. Our team also drives programs to enable customers that operate in regulated markets, such as Healthcare, Finance, Government, etc.
Key job responsibilities
In this role, you will:
Develop a deep understanding of the operational services, processes, and controls in place that support AWS's security posture.
Understand our internal security control framework and how it relates to our compliance assessment processes.
Understand the risk profile of emerging AI platforms and integrate them into our assessment process.
Perform service, feature, and other related assessment work for customer and audit requirements.
Work with service, infrastructure and administrative teams to develop and deliver tooling that improves AWS's security posture.
Identify process improvement opportunities and high-risk areas.
Work with service owners to develop innovative solutions to complex technical challenges.
Manage the build and deployment of new tooling to streamline and automate security-related initiatives.
Support process improvement and security-related projects in coordination with service teams.
Manage communications to service teams and stakeholders.
A day in the life
Dive deep into the AWS control environment to develop technical understanding of control implementation, and articulate compliance implications to internal and external audit functions.
Set strategic direction, improve documentation, track progress, coordinate improvement efforts, and monitor process improvement effectiveness.
Develop broad domain and technical knowledge in AWS security solutions including the operational processes and controls in place that support AWS compliance programs.
Monitor, evaluate, and continuously improve the organization by being a trusted advisor, facilitator and creative problem solver.
Develop and share program/project process frameworks, tools, and best practices that can be adopted throughout the organization.
Liaise with auditors, articulate control implementation and impact, and establish considerations for applying security, privacy and compliance concepts to a technical cloud environment.
Effectively communicate compliance program results, including assessment status, workflow, remediation, and reporting, to a broad audience including peers and senior leaders.
About the team
Diverse Experiences
Amazon Security values diverse experiences

Even if you do not meet all of the 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.
Inclusive Team Culture
In Amazon Security, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences inspire us to continue learning and to embrace our uniqueness. Addressing the toughest security challenges requires that we seek out and celebrate a diversity of ideas, perspectives, and voices.
Training & Career Growth
We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer

That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, training, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve.


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Amazon.com, Inc., commonly known as Amazon, is an American multinational technology company. It was founded by Jeff Bezos in 1994 and initially started as an online marketplace for books. Since then, Amazon has expanded its operations and become one of the largest e-commerce companies in the world. Amazon's primary business is its online retail platform, where customers can purchase a vast array of products, including electronics, clothing, books, home goods, and much more. The company offers a convenient and user-friendly shopping experience, with features such as fast shipping, customer reviews, and personalized recommendations. In addition to its e-commerce platform, Amazon has diversified its business into various other areas. One of its notable ventures is Amazon Web Services (AWS), a comprehensive cloud computing platform that provides services such as storage, compute power, and database management to individuals and businesses. AWS has become a leader in the cloud computing industry, powering many websites and applications worldwide. Amazon has also developed its own consumer electronics, including the popular Amazon Kindle e-reader, Fire tablets, Fire TV streaming devices, and the Alexa-powered Echo smart speakers. The Alexa voice assistant, integrated into these devices, allows users to interact with their devices using voice commands, perform tasks, and access information. Furthermore, Amazon has expanded into media and entertainment. It operates Prime Video, a streaming service that offers a wide range of movies, TV shows, and original content. Amazon Music provides a platform for streaming and purchasing digital music, while Audible offers audiobooks and other audio content. The company's commitment to customer satisfaction and convenience is demonstrated by its membership program, Amazon Prime. Prime members receive various benefits, including free two-day shipping, access to streaming services, exclusive deals, and more.

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It services, book publishers, retail, real estate, computer and electronic product manufacturing and software development

Company size

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Headquarters location

Seattle, WA, US