Remote Senior Security Engineer Job in New York, United States Microsoft

Who you are

• 5+ years experience in software development lifecycle, large scale computing, modeling, or cyber security
• Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Risk Management, Cyber Security, or related field or equivalent experience
• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements
• 6+ years experience in software development lifecycle, large scale computing, modeling, or cyber security or Master's Degree in relevant field or equivalent experience
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certification, Security+ Certification, or relevant certification preferred
• Hands-on experience in conducting security analyses of server platform buses and peripherals
• Proficiency in hardware description languages (HDL) and RTL
• Experienced coding skills in C/C++, C#, assembly, Rust, Python, or similar languages
• Detailed understanding of encryption, low-level networking protocols, and operating systems including Linux and Windows

Desirables

• Hacker mindset
• Detail-oriented
• Self-motivated
• Exceptional communication skills
• Growth mindset

What the job involves

• Conducting security reviews such as threat modeling, design and code assessments for both Microsoft and third-party HW/FW solutions
• Penetration testing, vulnerability analysis, devising solutions to address identified vulnerabilities, and providing guidance to teams on securely building hardware, firmware, and related components
• Collaborating closely with other Security Engineers, and working with the Microsoft Hardware Engineering teams to guarantee the security of Azure hardware platforms
• Engaging with cross-company teams and industry partners to integrate insights into development policies, standards, and practices
• Staying informed on emerging threats impacting cloud services, conducting research on vulnerabilities, and proactively investigating security risks

Application process

• Microsoft will accept applications for the role until October 10, 2024