Meta is seeking a highly skilled Security Engineer to join our Infrastructure Data Center (IDC) team as an individual contributor. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in managing risk for our rapidly scaling Data Center infrastructure and innovative services. The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert in multiple security domains. They should be capable of defining a clear mid-to-long term vision for security based on strategic business priorities, driving and supporting cross-functional projects and programs, and influencing partners to prioritize and execute against critical security initiatives. The candidate should have knowledge across the following core areas: Data Security, Physical Security, Security Architecture and Design, Governance Risk and Compliance, Incident Response, Threat Modeling, and Security Risk Management.

IDC Security Engineer Responsibilities

Develop and implement custom detection rules tailored to specific operational technology (OT) and industrial control systems (ICS)

Assist in maintaining and troubleshooting infrastructure supporting network security tools

Serve as a comprehensive security expert accountable for security risk management across logical and physical security domains

Assess security risk and communicate information about security threats and vulnerabilities to inform business decisions and derive strategy

Assess and report on effectiveness of security controls to inform security strategy, manage security risk, and enable business operations

Engineer security solutions across the network, physical, and cyber/logical domains that efficiently protect Meta infrastructure from security threats at scale

Develop security guidance (e.g., standards, guidelines, playbooks, etc.) to align corporate policy, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements into a unified security strategy

Interpret, create, and refine technical documents, ensuring they capture security expectations and mandates

Inform and drive cross-functional incorporation and execution of security requirements by Meta employees and contractors/consultants

Act as a collaborative thought partner to data center design and operations teams, offering multidisciplinary security subject matter expertise to drive strategy and influence business decisions and outcomes

Serve as a security advocate and educate peers and partners on security risks, requirements, and strategies

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field

10+ years of hands-on security experience

Technical experience across security disciplines

Experience in threat modeling

Basic understanding and awareness of prevailing industry standards and guidelines

Experience working cross-functionally

Experience identifying and communicating clear security requirements to inform and empower execution-focused teams and personnel

Experience establishing, scaling, and maturing security projects and programs

Experience to manage, execute, and successfully deliver multiple complex projects and programs simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field

Background in intrusion detection, security investigations, and incident response

Experience working on or managing projects that have enterprise-wide impact and/or multi-organization cross functional stakeholders

Experience working directly in hyperscale Data Center programs or other large scale mission critical infrastructure

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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.

$167,000/year to $233,000/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.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action

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, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. You may view our Equal Employment Opportunity notice here.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations) in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to [email protected].

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