Microsoft · 17 hours ago
Security Assurance
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $235K/yr
3+ years expMicrosoft is one of the largest enterprise service companies in the world, focused on securing digital technology platforms and devices. The Security Assurance role involves proactive threat modeling, compliance enforcement, and advocating for secure-by-default principles in cloud and enterprise solutions.
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Responsibilities
Join a high-impact team dedicated to securing Microsoft products and services for regulated industries. This role focuses on proactive threat modeling, compliance enforcement, and driving secure-by-default principles across cloud and enterprise solutions
Threat Modeling & Risk Analysis Identify and mitigate security risks early in the development lifecycle through structured threat modeling sessions
Compliance & Standards Implement and validate security controls aligned with frameworks such as NIST 800-53, Secure Future Initiative (SFI), and industry regulations
Secure-by-Default Engineering Advocate and enforce configurations like managed identities, Defender for Cloud, and network isolation for production workloads
Automation & Innovation Develop scripts and leverage AI-driven tools to streamline security processes and scale threat modeling efficiency
Collaboration & Influence Partner with engineering teams, product managers, and compliance stakeholders to embed security into design and delivery
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Risk Management, Cyber Security, or related field AND 3+ years experience in software development lifecycle, large scale computing, threat modeling, cyber security, or anomaly detection OR Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Risk Management, Cyber Security, or related field AND 4+ years experience in software development lifecycle, large scale computing, threat modeling, cyber security, or anomaly detection OR equivalent experience
Preferred
Knowledge of cloud security (Azure preferred) and enterprise security principles
Hands-on experience with threat modeling, secure coding practices, and compliance frameworks
Proficiency in PowerShell/Python scripting for automation
Familiarity with NIST 800-53 controls, identity management, and network security
CISSP or equivalent certification
Experience with regulated industry requirements (e.g., financial services, healthcare)
Exposure to AI-driven security tools and automation workflows
Communication and collaboration skills; ability to influence across teams
Company
Microsoft
Microsoft is a software corporation that develops, manufactures, licenses, supports, and sells a range of software products and services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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Leadership Team
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