[Hiring] Security Engineer II - Windows Security @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 II - 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.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Hands-on experience with native code (C/C++).
• Penetration testing experience (code audit, writing fuzzers, finding creative ways to break assumptions).
• A clear understanding of OS security fundamentals.
• Solid computer science skills.
• A passion for keeping Microsoft customers safe.

Qualifications

• 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.

Requirements

• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role.
• Microsoft Cloud Background Check: 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 $100,600 - $199,000 per year.
• Base pay range for this role in the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area is USD $131,400 - $215,400 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.