Security Engineer

Snap Inc.

Senior Security Engineer protecting Snap’s Snapchat platform and infrastructure through threat detection, automation, and incident response. Building resilient security systems across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments.

Posted 9/4/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $209,000 - $313,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in threat intelligence, incident management, and automation strategies to enhance security operations. Proficient in leveraging AI tools and programming languages like Python and Go to develop scalable, secure systems across various platforms.

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Threat Intelligence DevelopmentIncident ManagementPython ProgrammingAI Tool ProficiencyCloud Services Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Digital ForensicsMalware AnalysisHost Intrusion DetectionNetwork Intrusion DetectionThreat HuntingOperating System InternalsAutomation Logic DevelopmentSecurity Risk AssessmentKubernetesAmazon Web Services

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsAttention to DetailCollaboration with Stakeholders

Tools & Technologies

Google Cloud PlatformBeyondCorp ModelAI ToolsCloud-Based Services

Industry Keywords

APTCybercrimeIncident ResponseSecurity ExperienceTechnical Field Degree

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudGoGoogle Cloud PlatformKubernetesLinuxMacOSPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, pilot, and implement logging and alerting systems to detect malicious activity on endpoints, infrastructure, networks, and cloud environments
Build tools and devise automation strategies to improve threat hunting and intrusion response
Investigate alerting-pipeline events and triage potential incidents
Use AI tools and high-velocity engineering workflows to design and ship scalable, secure, production-ready services
Collaborate with multiple Snap Inc. teams during incidents and drive response efforts
Identify, analyze, fingerprint, and develop threat intelligence on adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures across APTs and cybercrime

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience in one or more of: digital forensics, malware analysis, incident management, host/network intrusion detection, or threat intelligence
Proficiency in, or strong aptitude for, leveraging AI tools to streamline development and auditing generated output for architectural integrity, performance bottlenecks, and security risks
Adaptability in learning and applying evolving AI systems and tools
Strong development skills in Python and/or Go
Advanced knowledge of operating system internals
Core competency in two or more of: macOS, Windows, Linux, Kubernetes, Amazon Web Services, and Google Cloud Platform
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent years of experience in a related technical field; alternatively, a Master's degree plus 5+ years of post-graduate security experience or PhD plus 2+ years of post-graduate security experience
6+ years of post-Bachelor's security-related experience, or equivalent graduate-level alternatives
Demonstrated knowledge in threat hunting and developing logic to automate threat detection and incident response
Familiarity with cloud-based services and infrastructure such as Google Cloud, Workspace, and AWS
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with high attention to detail
Practical experience in a BeyondCorp model
Work record collaborating with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of a company

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid parental leave
Comprehensive medical coverage
Emotional and mental health support programs
Compensation packages including equity in the form of RSUs