Security Researcher

Key Skills

Algorithms, C# Programming, Java Programming, Large Language Models - LLMs, Machine learning techniques, Python Programming, R Programming, Statistics

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Security Researcher with a background in data science to join our dynamic and innovative team at Microsoft. As a Security Researcher at Microsoft, you will play a vital role in developing the next generation of cutting-edge machine learning models and algorithms to detect and mitigate email security threats. 

Qualifications

Required/Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in software development lifecycle, large-scale computing, modeling, cybersecurity, and/or anomaly detection
• OR Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or related field
• 2+ years of experience in the security domain, including both detailed understanding of attacker techniques and tracking the threat actors behind specific campaigns. 
• 1+ year of experience with machine learning principles, algorithms, and methodologies. 
• 1+ year of experience with programming languages such as C#, Python, R, or Java. 

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: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

Additional or Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years experience in software development lifecycle, large-scale computing, modeling, cyber-security, and/or anomaly detection
• OR Master's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or related field
• Proficient with one or more classical (linear regression/logistical regression, random forest, etc.) models and one or more modern (deep neural networks, LLMs, etc.) machine learning models 
• Experience with problem formulation, data collection, data munging, and data labeling 
• Proficient in probability and statistics.

Security Research IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $94,300 - $182,600 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 $120,900 - $198,600 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

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Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth threat research to identify and analyze potential security attack vectors, and emerging threats. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including cybersecurity analysts, data scientists, and software engineers, to understand requirements and enhance ML models and algorithms to address specific security challenges. 
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of Machine Learning (ML) models, identify areas for improvement, and implement necessary refinements. 
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in threat research, ML techniques, and cybersecurity trends to enhance the organization's capabilities. 
• Document research findings, methodologies, and model development processes for knowledge sharing and future reference.