Security Engineer II - Red Team - Microsoft Corporation

Are you passionate about identifying and exploiting security vulnerabilities that impact hundreds of millions of users? Join the Gaming and AI team in the Microsoft RedTeam (MRT) organization, where you will emulate real-world advanced persistent threats against Microsoft. Our mission is to ensure Microsoft is prepared to face and respond to even the most determined adversaries by exploring innovative ways to identify and prevent security flaws. The Gaming and AI RedTeam is currently seeking talented individuals focused on exploitation across a diverse set of Microsoft-owned gaming studios and the emerging field of Artificial Intelligence. In this role, you will contribute to the security of over 30 gaming studios and the foundational infrastructure supporting the CoPilot product suite, both internally and externally. MRT at Microsoft Security aspires to make the world a safer place for all. We want to reshape security and empower every user, customer, and developer with a security cloud that protects them with end to end, simplified solutions We are looking for a Security Engineer II to contribute to red team operations and collaborate with other experienced red teamers in identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities across all layers of services including application, cloud, network, hardware, and operational security domains. You will work closely with developers and security personnel from multiple teams across Microsoft. By adopting the tactics, techniques, and procedures of potential attackers, you will provide critical insights that empower our security teams to strengthen defenses and protect against the evolving landscape of digital threats. 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. In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day. **Responsibilities** + Discover and exploit vulnerabilities end-to-end in order to assess the security of services + Participate in Red Team operations using real world adversarial tactics and techniques to validate a production service's ability to detect, investigate, and respond + Advocate for security change across the company through building partnerships and clearly communicating impact of risks + Analyze a wide array of data sources to identify potential security weaknesses and breach points within Microsoft's infrastructure + Prototype tools and techniques to scale and accelerate offensive emulation and vulnerability discovery + Collaborate with Blue Teams to improve readiness and produce solutions for defenders and customers + Analyze simulated adversary tactics and communications, enriching our defensive tactics and threat intelligence **Qualifications** Required Qualifications: + 3+ years experience in any of the following: identifying security vulnerabilities, cybersecurity or related security discipline. **Other Requirements:** + Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter. Penetration Testing IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $98,300 - $193,200 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $127,200 - $208,800 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay Microsoft will accept applications for the role until Nov 1, 2024. \#RedTeam #Gaming #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #OffensiveSecurity #OffSec #MRT #PenetrationTesting #MSFTSecurity #SHPE24MSFT #MicrosoftRedTeam #SWE24 Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. 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