Application Security Engineering Architect

2 Months ago • All levels • $189,000 PA - $223,000 PA

System Design

Job Description

As an Application Security (AppSec) Engineer at Bungie, you will be responsible for designing and maintaining anti-cheat protections and detections for games. You will act as a resource for analysts and data scientists in identifying malicious actors and collaborate with various stakeholders to address current and future security needs. The role involves working with gameplay engineers and designers to ensure fair gameplay. Key responsibilities include architecting, developing, and maintaining anti-cheat technology in C/C++ game clients, collaborating on cheat detection improvements, staying updated on cybersecurity trends, managing external security partnerships, and contributing to security policies. The company values work-life balance and fostering an inclusive workplace.

Good To Have:

Anti-cheat or cybersecurity experience
Familiarity with kernel mode operation
C# and/or tools experience

Must Have:

C/C++ application development
Low-level debugging skills
Effective collaboration with various disciplines
Knowledge of Windows APIs and Kernel internals

Perks:

Competitive salaries
Discretionary bonus opportunities
Comprehensive healthcare coverage
Generous 401(k) matching
Flexible time off policies
Paid parental leave
Social clubs

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Would you like to work on worlds that bring people together, collaborating with supportive industry talent, at a company that values work-life balance and is invested in creating an inclusive workplace for every employee? Are you serious about game security? Do you love digging into machine code? Are you keen to protect our games from bad actors? At Bungie, we build worlds that inspire friendships, and the Product Security Team exists to keep those worlds and our players safe.

As an Application Security (AppSec) Engineer, you will design and maintain our anti-cheat protections and detections. As you develop expertise in these systems, you’ll be a resource for our analysts and data scientists in their hunt for malefactors. You’ll work with various customers and stakeholders to identify current and future security needs and workable solutions. Our team is a resource for our gameplay engineers and designers, helping them ensure fair and honest gameplay.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Architect, develop, and maintain anti-cheat technology in our C/C++ game client(s)
Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to develop and improve cheat detections
Keep abreast of developments in the cybersecurity and OS development industries
Develop and maintain relationships with external security partners
Help come up with policies that improve our security landscape

REQUIRED SKILLS

C/C++ application development (optimized code, data layout, robust access patterns)
Low-level debugging skills (multi-threaded debugging, optimized code debugging, etc.)
Ability to collaborate effectively with multiple disciplines and specializations, both technical and non-technical
Knowledgeable about Windows APIs and Windows Kernel internals

NICE-TO-HAVE SKILLS

Anti-cheat or cybersecurity experience
Familiarity with kernel mode operation
C# and/or tools experience

Listed below is this role's base pay range. In other locations that Bungie has approved for remote work, this pay range may be adjusted up to +/- 10% and some roles may be classified as non-exempt (hourly).

This range is determined by an array of factors, including training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market demands. Additionally, it is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

In the journey to make incredible worlds, Bungie employees don't simply do meaningful work - they receive meaningful support. Competitive salaries and discretionary bonus opportunities are just the start. We offer comprehensive healthcare coverage, generous 401(k) matching, flexible time off policies, paid parental leave, social clubs, and so much more. Check out our benefits page: Benefits - Bungie Careers to see all the perks that come with joining Bungie.

Bellevue Pay Range

$189,000—$223,000 USD

So you don't meet every requirement listed in this job description? Do you think your experience level is not where it needs to be? Studies show that members of certain underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they believe they meet every single qualification. Bungie is focused on building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. If you're interested in this position but your past experience doesn't line up perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we want you to apply anyway. The right role for you may be right around the corner!

Most Bungie full-time employees will adopt a digital first approach allowing remote work in Bungie approved locations (outside of positions identified as 100% onsite in Bellevue/Seattle, or individuals preferring a hybrid/flex environment). Prospective full-time employees who are located outside of a Bungie approved state will need to establish residency in an approved state within 45 days of their start date. Contractors will follow a digital first approach adhering to the location guidelines agreed upon by our third-party employer/vendor and Bungie. Bungie’s remote policy is subject to change at the company’s discretion.

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