Senior Security Engineer and Principal Security Engineer (Multiple Positions)
microsoftRedmond, WA
Senior Security Engineer and Principal Security Engineer (Multiple Positions)
microsoftRedmond, WA
today
Occupations
Information Security EngineersComputer Systems Engineers/ArchitectsInformation Security AnalystsAbout the role
Overview:
Join the Windows Security team to strengthen the security posture of Windows across client and server platforms. You will perform offensive security work, develop mitigations, and collaborate with product engineers to design durable protections. The role is hands-on, code-focused, and impact-driven, aimed at preventing threats to billions of devices. You will work with cross-functional teams to advance security reviews, vulnerability research, and secure-by-design practices.
Responsibilities:
Build reusable agents and tools to improve security reviews Review features and code for security defects using automated tooling Serve as security contact for teams building new Windows products and technologies Identify vulnerabilities in OS features such as network protocols and security features Develop protections based on broad security knowledge Engage with external security researchers and community Collaborate with product teams to articulate security value
Key requirements:
Master's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field AND 3+ years experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field AND 4+ years experience OR equivalent experience Experience in security or related field collaboration with cross-functional teams communication with product teams curiosity and learning mindset C/C++ native code experience penetra tion testing code auditing
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Lead
Location
Redmond, WA
Occupation
Information Security Engineers
Industry
Computer Systems Design Services
Posted
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