Senior Security Engineer

Microsoft is a global technology company that empowers people and organizations to achieve more through digital technology and cloud solutions.
$117,200 - $229,200
Security
Senior Software Engineer
Remote
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Cybersecurity · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Senior Security Engineer

Microsoft's Threat Intelligence Center (MSTIC) is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to join their elite team focused on protecting Microsoft and its customers from digital threats. This role combines advanced security engineering with threat intelligence, requiring expertise in malware analysis, reverse engineering, and security research. The position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge security technologies while contributing to Microsoft's mission of making the world safer for all.

The role involves conducting sophisticated malware analysis, developing security solutions, and working closely with threat intelligence analysts to combat advanced persistent threats (APTs). You'll be part of Microsoft Security, an organization dedicated to securing digital technology platforms, devices, and clouds in heterogeneous environments. The position offers a competitive salary range of $117,200 - $229,200 (higher in SF and NYC areas), comprehensive benefits, and the flexibility of up to 100% remote work with 0-25% travel requirements.

As a Senior Security Engineer, you'll be responsible for reverse engineering malicious applications, developing detection signatures, and maintaining deep technical knowledge of the latest security threats and countermeasures. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software development, malware analysis, and security research, with the ability to communicate complex technical findings to various audiences.

Microsoft offers an inclusive culture focused on growth mindset and innovation, making it an ideal environment for security professionals looking to make a significant impact on global cybersecurity. The position includes industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, parental leave, and various other benefits that make Microsoft a premier employer in the technology sector.

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Responsibilities For Senior Security Engineer

  • Conducting triage and comprehensive analysis of malicious applications
  • Reverse engineering & binary analysis including dynamic and static malware analysis
  • Tactical software development to support triage and analysis of datasets
  • Contributing host- and network-based detection signatures/scripts
  • Maintaining technical understanding of offensive and defensive TTPs
  • Maintaining knowledge of adversary capabilities and infrastructure
  • Maintaining knowledge of threat intelligence analysis and malware

Requirements For Senior Security Engineer

Python
Java
JavaScript
Linux
  • 5+ years experience in software development lifecycle, large-scale computing, modeling, cybersecurity, and/or anomaly detection
  • 3+ years experience analyzing malicious desktop, mobile and web applications
  • 3+ years experience using commercial and open-source malware analysis tools
  • 2+ years of experience in reverse engineering malware
  • Must pass Microsoft Cloud Background Check
  • Knowledge of Windows Operating Systems internals and Windows API
  • Experience with anti-disassembly, anti-decompilation, anti-debugging techniques

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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