DESCRIPTIONAWS North America is building a dedicated Security Sales team to proactively drive first-party and third-party Security Services revenue growth across our customer base. As a Security Seller, you will serve as the primary seller for AWS Security opportunities driving executive-level CISO relationships as well as identifying AI Security demand across the SDLC, owning the end-to-end security pipeline within your territory. This is not an overlay role; you will originate, develop, and drive security deals from identification through close. You will own the security strategy, pipeline and revenue, while core account managers will own account orchestration and non-security execution.Key job responsibilitiesPipeline DevelopmentProactively identify, generate, and own new security opportunities across assigned North America territories; this is a hunter role, not reactive supportExecute targeted sales plays across greenfield scenarios (e.G., customers architecting security for recent AI applications on Bedrock) and brownfield scenarios (e.G., consolidation and cost optimization)Drive competitive displacement against incumbent security providers (e.G., Microsoft) leveraging AWS Security Hub momentum and the broader AWS security portfolio CISO EngagementBuild and maintain independent, trusted relationships with CISOs and security buying centersEngage on board-level security concerns, including risk reduction, regulatory compliance, SOC productivity, total cost of ownership, and business continuity in complex cloud environmentsPosition AWS as the strategic security platform partner, articulating how multiple AWS security services deliver centralized visibility, consistent policy enforcement, and streamlined operations Security StrategyA day in the lifeDemonstrate deep knowledge of the AWS Security portfolio spanning Threat Detection, Data Protection, Governance, and Network and Application ProtectionArticulate competitive advantage over third-party security alternatives and position AWS-native security as a consolidation and cost-optimization Team CollaborationCollaborate with AMs, in a dual-coverage model where you lead security origination and strategy and the AMs lead account-level orchestration and commercial executionAbout The TeamProduct momentum: Security Hub's launch at re:Invent 2025 has created immediate competitive displacement opportunities and strong customer demandStrategic impact: By addressing security early and confidently, you remove blockers to broader workload migration,



creating a multiplier effect that benefits the entire account teamBe a Pioneer. You will be part of a pioneering team transforming how AWS engages the security buying center, shifting from a reactive support model to a proactive, quota-carrying hunter motion.Diverse ExperiencesAWS 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 AWS?Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.Inclusive Team CultureHere at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.Mentorship & Career GrowthWe're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.Work/Life BalanceWe value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS10+ years of technology sales experienceExperience in generating new opportunities with strong focus on pipeline tracking and deal execution through entire sales cycleExperience selling to Fortune 1000 or Global 2000 organizationsExperience in AI security, application security frameworks, identity and access controls, incident response,



mobile security, cloud computing and security, threat intelligence, and penetration testing7+ years of experience selling cybersecurity solutions, platforms, or services to large enterprise customersBachelor's degree or equivalent professional experiencePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSCISSP, CISA, CISM or other security certificationMBA, or Advanced degreeDeep knowledge of the cloud security landscape, including CSPM, CNAPP, SIEM/SOAR, identity management, data protection, and network securityExperience with competitive displacement selling against established security vendors (e.G., Microsoft)Familiarity with AWS Security services and the broader AWS ecosystemExperience selling into regulated industries (e.G., Financial Services and Healthcare) where security and compliance are critical buying criteriaUnderstanding of AI/ML security requirements and emerging security needs for generative AI workloadsTrack record of exceeding multi-million-dollar annual quotas in security or infrastructure software salesAmazon 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, 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.The base salary range for this position is listed below. As a total compensation company, Amazon's package may include other elements such as sign-on payments, restricted stock units (RSUs), and sales incentives (where applicable). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, basic life & AD&D insurance), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP), paid time off, and other resources to improve health and well-being. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those interviewed will be advised as to hiring status.CAN, ON, Toronto - 174,500.00 - 235,500.00 CAD annuallyCompany - Amazon Development Centre Canada ULCJob ID: A10448361 #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Principal Security Sales Specialist, Global Security Sales (Toronto)
🏢 Amazon Web Services (AWS)
📍 Toronto