Security Engineer, Virtualization Security, Google Cloud

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
• 2 years of experience with security engineering, computer and network security, and security protocols
• 2 years of experience with security assessments, security design reviews, or threat modeling
• 2 years of coding experience in one or more general-purpose languages

Nice to Haves

• Experience in systems security, virtualization, or cloud infrastructure security
• Experience with threat modeling, vulnerability research, and secure software development practices
• Proficiency in C, C++, or Rust, along with scripting languages such as Python or Go
• Understanding of operating systems internals, including kernel security and memory protection mechanisms
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead and mentor a technical team

What You'll Be Doing

Our Security team works to create and maintain the safest operating environment for Google's users and developers. Security Engineers work with network equipment and actively monitor our systems for attacks and intrusions. In this role, you will also work with software engineers to proactively identify and fix security flaws and vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities Include:

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and enhance security solutions for Google Cloud
• Facilitate alignment and clarity across teams on goals, outcomes, and timelines
• Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables
• Review designs and drive towards defense in depth and security by default
• Review and develop secure operational practices and controls

Perks and Benefits

• Opportunity to help set the direction for product security in Google Cloud
• Work across multiple security domains
• Partner with existing teams across Google
• Equal opportunity and affirmative action employer