Security Engineer II | Microsoft Careers

Microsoft

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Work type
On-site
Location
Redmond, WA
Salary
$102,100–$202,200 / yr
Posted
1 day ago
Closes
Dec 1, 2026

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This role $152k
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TL;DR · Security Engineer II | Microsoft Careers

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As a Security Engineer II on Microsoft’s Cyber Defense Investigations (CDI) team, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the company's ecosystem by proactively detecting and responding to sophisticated security threats. Your day-to-day responsibilities include analyzing alerts, conducting detailed investigations across multiple systems, and driving incident response actions such as containment and remediation. You will also contribute to enhancing detection logic and improving investigation workflows through collaboration with cross-functional teams. The role requires expertise in threat intelligence, automation tools, and a deep understanding of security telemetry analysis using languages like Python or PowerShell. Ideal candidates have experience with cloud security concepts, Azure technologies, and familiarity with frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK. This position offers the chance to influence broader security strategies while continuously building technical expertise in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Python PowerShell Jupyter Notebooks KQL Azure Functions Azure Logic Apps MITRE ATT&CK CI/CD SIEM Terraform Docker AWS Kubernetes AI/ML APIs Cloud Security Concepts Digital Forensics Malware Analysis Reverse Engineering Penetration Testing

What you'll do

  • Lead proactive identification and response to sophisticated threats by analyzing diverse security signals.
  • Conduct deep-dive investigations into complex security events to determine scope and root cause.
  • Drive actionable improvements in detection, response, and remediation through cross-functional collaboration.
  • Identify gaps in existing detections and workflows to enhance automation and detection logic.
  • Enable operational excellence by leveraging data analytics and security telemetry for prioritization and quality improvement.
  • Stay ahead of emerging threats by applying new techniques and intelligence to strengthen investigative depth.

What we're looking for

  • Master's degree in a relevant field and 1+ year of experience in cybersecurity or equivalent.
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 2+ years of experience in cybersecurity or equivalent.
  • Experience in software development lifecycle, large-scale computing, threat modeling, and SIEM.
  • Proven ability to lead threat detection and incident response efforts.
  • Strong analytical skills for deep-dive investigations and determining root causes.
  • Knowledge of AI/ML-driven security capabilities and query languages like KQL.

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