Senior Security Engineer

Microsoft empowers every person and organization on the planet to achieve more through digital technology and cloud solutions.
$117,200 - $250,200
Security
Senior Software Engineer
Remote
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cybersecurity

Description For Senior Security Engineer

Microsoft Security is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to join their Azure Hardware and Firmware DevSec team. This role is crucial in shaping the landscape of platform security, focusing on enhancing the security of hardware, firmware, and low-level components. The position offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in cloud infrastructure security.

The ideal candidate will possess a hacker mindset and deep expertise in hardware and firmware security. You'll be responsible for conducting comprehensive security reviews, threat modeling, and vulnerability assessments for both Microsoft and third-party solutions. The role involves hands-on work with motherboard peripherals, network communication, disk controllers, and hypervisors.

Microsoft offers an inclusive work environment with industry-leading benefits and competitive compensation. The position allows for up to 100% remote work with 0-25% travel requirements. The company's culture embraces a growth mindset and focuses on innovation that impacts billions of lives globally.

Key responsibilities include conducting threat modeling, performing security assessments, collaborating with hardware ecosystem partners, and staying current with emerging security threats. The role requires exceptional communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

This is an excellent opportunity for security professionals passionate about low-level system security and interested in working at the forefront of cloud infrastructure protection. The position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work with industry-leading technologies while contributing to Microsoft's mission of empowering every person and organization on the planet.

Last updated 13 hours ago

Responsibilities For Senior Security Engineer

  • Conduct threat modeling and security assessments of Azure HW/FW solutions
  • Perform comprehensive reviews of design, source code, and final products
  • Collaborate with cloud server and hardware ecosystem partners
  • Contribute to development policies, standards, and practices
  • Research emerging threats impacting cloud services
  • Present findings through white papers and security assessment reports

Requirements For Senior Security Engineer

Python
Rust
  • 5+ years of experience in Security Assurance, Security Development Lifecycle, large-scale computing, Threat Modeling, or cyber security
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Risk Management, Cyber Security, or related field
  • Profound understanding of server platform buses and peripherals
  • Proficiency in hardware description languages (HDL) and RTL
  • Deep understanding of security vulnerabilities and attacks
  • Experienced coding skills in C/C++, C#, assembly, Rust, Python
  • Detailed understanding of encryption, low-level networking protocols, and operating systems

Benefits For Senior Security Engineer

Medical Insurance
Education Budget
Parental Leave
  • Industry leading healthcare
  • Educational resources
  • Discounts on products and services
  • Savings and investments
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Generous time away
  • Giving programs
  • Opportunities to network and connect

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