This role pays more than
51%
of similar roles. Most pay
$144,375–$208,800
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$177k
versus about
$177k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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About Microsoft
Microsoft Corporation is a global technology leader producing software, hardware, and cloud services including Windows, Office 365, Azure cloud platform, Xbox gaming, and Surface devices. Industry: Software & Cloud Computing
Microsoft currently has
598 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$119,800–$234,700
across 547 roles with salary data.
The Microsoft Windows Security team seeks Senior and Principal Security Engineers to bolster the security of its widely-used operating systems. In this hands-on, technically demanding role, you will identify and mitigate risks through design reviews, code audits, and fuzzing, while developing proof-of-concept mitigations for novel attack vectors. You’ll collaborate closely with product engineering teams to enhance OS features such as network protocols and security measures, ensuring they meet stringent security standards. Ideal candidates possess extensive experience in native code (C/C++), penetration testing, and a deep understanding of OS security fundamentals, alongside strong computer science skills. Familiarity with Microsoft Windows architecture is preferred, along with proven expertise in vulnerability discovery and exploiting bugs to bypass security mitigations.
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