[Hiring] Security Engineer @Microsoft

Role Description

The Microsoft Windows Security team is looking for a learn-it-all security engineer that will help secure Microsoft Windows products and devices, with focus on offensive security and security engineering & mitigations for Windows.

The Windows Security team is responsible for securing the Windows client and server operating systems, used by billions of customers every day and in businesses worldwide. This team performs security design reviews, code reviews, penetration testing, vulnerability research and driving systematic mitigations to security risks on Windows to make sure they meet the highest possible security standards and proactively defend cybersecurity threats. This role is hands-on, technically demanding, and central to strengthening the security posture of OS platforms.

In this Security Engineer - Windows Security role, you will:

• Uncover novel attack vectors.
• Develop proof-of-concept mitigations.
• Partner directly with Windows product engineering teams to design durable & scalable defense.
• Have hands-on experience with native code (C/C++), penetration testing (code audit, writing fuzzers, finding creative ways to break assumptions).
• Possess a clear understanding of OS security fundamentals.
• Have solid computer science skills.
• Have a passion for keeping Microsoft customers safe.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field, OR equivalent experience.
• Master's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field AND 1+ year(s) experience in security or related field, OR Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field AND 2+ years experience in security or related field, OR equivalent experience.
• 2+ years identifying vulnerabilities in operating systems and/or native (C/C++) applications.
• Public track record of relevant security research, especially around vulnerability discovery.
• Experience exploiting bugs and bypassing security mitigations in operating systems.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows architecture.

Requirements

• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role.
• This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

Benefits

• The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $85,400 - $168,100 per year.
• For specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is USD $111,100 - $183,700 per year.
• Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.

Company Description

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.