Minimum qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience. * 6 years of experience with technical security assessments, code audits, and design reviews. * Experience with software development in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, C++). Preferred qualifications: * Experience with project engineering and cross-functional collaboration to achieve common goals. * Experience with systems security and mobile security. * Knowledge of threat modeling, risk assessments, or security assessments of systems. * Ability to develop technical solutions to help mitigate security vulnerabilities. About the job There's no such thing as a "safe system" - only safer systems. Our Security team works to create and maintain the safest operating environment for Google's users and developers. As a Security Engineer, you help protect network boundaries, keep computer systems and network devices hardened against attacks and provide security services to protect highly sensitive data like passwords and customer information. Security Engineers work directly with network equipment and actively monitor our systems for attacks and intrusions. You also work with software engineers to proactively identify and fix security flaws and vulnerabilities. You use your industry experience to own and drive the resolution of complex security incidents, policy questions and technical security issues. Google Photos mission is to be a home for memories so users can save and share what matters to them. The team works to create trusted and compelling user experiences on a platform for users and their memories. The Photos Information Security Engineering team plays a key role and is tasked to ensure that the standards of security are embedded within applications, safeguarding users and their sensitive data. The US base salary range for this full-time position is $161,000-$239,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google. Responsibilities * Contribute to developing the Photos Security Strategy. * Review, develop, and implement operational practices to provide security guidance for engineers and support staff. * Conduct threat assessments to identify vulnerabilities and attack vectors against infrastructure and products. * Perform project security reviews, drive product vulnerability response and remediation, including mitigations and hardening. * Advocate security and secure coding practices throughout Photos. Information collected and processed as part of your Google Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Google's Applicant and Candidate Privacy Policy. Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google's EEO Policy, Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal, Belonging at Google, and How we hire. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form. Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting. To all recruitment agencies: Google does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Google employees, or any other organization location. Google is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.