Principal Security Engineering Manager - Windows + Devices

The Microsoft Windows Security team is looking for a learn-it-all security engineering leader that will help secure Microsoft Windows products and devices, with focus on offensive security and security engineering & mitigations for Windows. The Windows Security team is responsible for securing the Windows client and server operating systems, used by billions of customers every day and in businesses worldwide. This team performs security design reviews, code reviews, penetration testing, vulnerability research and driving systematic mitigations to security risks on Windows to make sure they meet the highest possible security standards and proactively defend cybersecurity threats. This role is hands-on, technically demanding, and central to strengthening the security posture of OS platforms. In this role as a Principal Security Engineering Manager - Windows + Devices, you will lead a team of security engineers to discovery vulnerabilities, develop mitigations, and partner directly with Windows product engineering teams to design proactive, durable, scalable defense. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of offensive technologies and well connected with security communities with up to date strategic insights on threats, a clear understanding of OS security fundamentals, a solid mind to coach and grow team, and a passion for keeping Microsoft customers safe. Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees, we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.