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# Security Engineer

- **Company:** Snap Inc.
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States
- **Salary:** $157,000.0 - $235,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Build Automation, Cloud Computing Security, Code Review, Computer Programming, Software Debugging, Distributed Systems, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Automation of Marketing, Security Information and Event Management, Software Engineering, Cloud Platform System, Software Security, Information Technology, Vulnerability Analysis, Golang, Programming Languages
- **Published:** May 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/158804e2-1b79-4861-8bc4-2d63e5f838a5

## About the Role

* Strong technical background in security engineering principles, secure system design, and threat mitigation techniques
 * Experience with security tooling including vulnerability scanners, SIEM, EDR, cloud security frameworks, and automation platforms
 * Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, Go, Java)
 * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, verbal and written communication skills
 * Security advocacy skills: help others raise security awareness, * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical work experience
 * 2+ years of post-Bachelor's security related experience; or Master's degree in a technical field + 1+ year of post-grad security related experience; or PhD in a relevant technical field
 * Expertise in one of the following domains: infrastructure security, enterprise security, access management, application security, detection and response, or spam and abuse, * Demonstrated experience securing complex distributed systems and/or enterprise-scale infrastructure
 * Strong programming and software design skills, including debugging, performance analysis, and test design
 * Strong intellectual curiosity, self-motivated to keep up with the latest technology in the security domain

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## Description

* Design, implement, and scale security controls across infrastructure, applications, identity, and cloud environments
 * Conduct in-depth security assessments, threat modeling, and code reviews to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities
 * Build automation, tooling, and systems that improve security compliance, observability, and governance
 * Partner with product, engineering, and operations teams to harden systems and reduce risk from design through deployment
 * Investigate and respond to security incidents, conduct root cause analysis, and recommend remediation strategies
 * Help define and evolve security standards, practices, and documentation to elevate the organization's overall security maturity
 * Mentor and influence other engineers through technical leadership and collaboration


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