Senior Security Engineer, Security Research

Google is a global technology leader providing innovative internet-related services and products.
$189,000 - $284,000
Security
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · AI · Consumer

Description For Senior Security Engineer, Security Research

Google is seeking a Senior Security Engineer for their Security Research team to help create and maintain the safest operating environment for Google's users and developers. This role focuses on protecting network boundaries, hardening systems against attacks, and securing sensitive data. The position involves conducting zero-day vulnerability research, developing security tools, and engaging with the security community through research publications.

As a Security Engineer at Google, you'll work directly with network equipment and actively monitor systems for attacks and intrusions. You'll collaborate with software engineers to proactively identify and fix security flaws and vulnerabilities. Your expertise will be crucial in owning and driving the resolution of complex security incidents, policy questions, and technical security issues.

The ideal candidate brings 8 years of security engineering experience, with proven expertise in security assessments, threat modeling, and coding. Leadership experience and strong communication skills are essential, as you'll be working with various teams and contributing to the security community through research publications.

Google offers a competitive compensation package, including a base salary range of $189,000-$284,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. The company is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, offering equal opportunities to all qualified candidates. This role presents an excellent opportunity to work at the forefront of security research while making a significant impact on Google's global security infrastructure.

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Responsibilities For Senior Security Engineer, Security Research

  • Conduct zero-day vulnerability research and exploit development, with a focus on widely-used technologies in end-user devices
  • Create tools and infrastructure that enables the team to improve research efforts, both inside and outside of Google
  • Engage the community by communicating and publishing the results
  • Work with other security engineers on the analysis and response to vulnerabilities reported by other parties

Requirements For Senior Security Engineer, Security Research

Python
Java
Go
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 8 years of experience with security assessments or security design reviews or threat modeling
  • 8 years of experience with security engineering, computer and network security and security protocols
  • 8 years of coding experience in one or more general purpose languages
  • 3 years of experience leading teams in a technical capacity or leading technical risk analysis in an enterprise environment
  • Experience in publishing security research (preferred)
  • Understanding of one or more vulnerability research security fields (preferred)
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills (preferred)

Benefits For Senior Security Engineer, Security Research

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Equity
Parental Leave
  • Base salary
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Comprehensive benefits package

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