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Cloud Security Engineer

Meta
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/6/2026
We are seeking a Security Engineer who specializes in designing and implementing new systems and tools to enhance the security of Meta’s products and infrastructure. This role is ideal for individuals with deep security domain expertise who are passionate about building solutions and using AI to address evolving security requirements and use cases.

Cloud Security Engineer Responsibilities:

  • Design, prototype, and implement AI-driven security systems and tools to protect Meta’s products and internal infrastructure
  • Develop and maintain security-focused code, libraries, and frameworks for use by Security Engineers, Analysts, and engineering teams
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partners to deliver scalable, security solutions aligned with company objectives
  • Rapidly experiment with and iterate on specialized security technologies, leveraging AI to address emerging threats and requirements
  • Apply deep security expertise to solve complex challenges, mitigate risks, and mentor other engineers in advanced security domains

Minimum Qualifications:

  • B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 5 years of experience in designing and implementing security systems, tools, or frameworks
  • Extensive knowledge of attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures
  • Proficiency in coding with experience in languages such as Python, C/C , Go, or equivalent
  • Experience collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Ability to rapidly prototype and iterate on security solutions

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience on securing cloud deployments, IAC (Infrastructure as Code) deployments for cloud (terraform)
  • Experience addressing security problems by building scalable engineering solutions
  • Experience influencing software engineers building security products
  • Experience creating metrics to measure service and program effectiveness and consistency
  • Experience making contributions to the security or privacy community (public research, OSS, blogging, presentations, etc.)

About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.

$147,000/year to $208,000/year bonus equity benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

Salary : $147,000 - $208,000

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