Senior Site Reliability Engineer

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$117,200 - $229,200
Site Reliability
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
6+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cybersecurity

Description For Senior Site Reliability Engineer

Microsoft Security is seeking a Senior Site Reliability Engineer to join their M365 Core Security team in a mission to make the world a safer place for all. This role is part of Microsoft's ambitious security organization that protects billions of users across digital platforms, devices, and clouds.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge security technologies, analyzing trillions of signals across Office 365, Azure Active Directory, and Microsoft Defender. You'll be handling massive datasets, employing AI/ML technologies, and working with government clouds to ensure the highest levels of security and compliance.

As a Senior SRE, you'll be responsible for developing and maintaining secure, scalable systems that protect Microsoft's vast customer base. The role combines traditional SRE responsibilities with a strong focus on security, requiring expertise in cloud technologies, automation, and security frameworks. You'll work with state-of-the-art tools and technologies while collaborating with world-class security professionals.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $117,200 to $229,200 annually (higher in SF and NYC areas), along with comprehensive benefits including healthcare, educational resources, and parental leave. Microsoft's culture embraces a growth mindset and values diversity, making it an ideal environment for professional growth and innovation.

This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about cybersecurity, enjoys solving complex problems with large datasets, and wants to make a significant impact on global digital security. The hybrid work environment (up to 50% work from home) offers flexibility while maintaining collaborative opportunities with the team.

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Responsibilities For Senior Site Reliability Engineer

  • Write secure, high-quality code with a focus on maintainability, scalability, and performance
  • Analyze security threats to M365 and build monitoring components
  • Prioritize security incidents to minimize threats and vulnerabilities
  • Develop automation scripts to streamline security tasks
  • Implement systems for automatic detection and remediation of security issues
  • Execute DevSecOps approach for Microsoft 365 security monitoring system
  • Participate in the on-call rotation cycle

Requirements For Senior Site Reliability Engineer

Python
Linux
Kubernetes
  • 6+ years technical experience in software engineering, network engineering, or systems administration
  • 3+ years experience in cloud development, data analysis, security vulnerabilities
  • 1+ years of experience with adversary and cyber intelligence frameworks
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen and have a U.S. Public Trust Position authorization
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
  • Experience with cloud environments like Azure, AWS, and GCP
  • Understanding of security, encryption, PKI, modern authentication
  • Scripting skills with PowerShell, Bash, Python, or similar

Benefits For Senior Site Reliability Engineer

Medical Insurance
Education Budget
Parental Leave
Mental Health Assistance
  • Industry leading healthcare
  • Educational resources
  • Discounts on products and services
  • Savings and investments
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Generous time away
  • Giving programs
  • Networking opportunities

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