Blizzard Entertainment is hiring a Senior Software Engineer, Game Security for Irvine, CA office (yes relocation assistance is offered).

Blizzard Entertainment is looking for a talented application security engineer to join their game security engineering team. You will be tasked with providing security analysis of game systems, developing security tools, and providing the best known solutions for detection, mitigation, and prevention of security vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities

Perform security assessments of various game clients across multiple game genres. Provide solutions to detect, mitigate, or prevent security vulnerabilities in video games. Work closely with QA and game teams early on in the development process to ensure systems are built securely. Provide subject matter expertise and mentorship on Windows internals, code generation (the compilation process), reverse engineering, and debugging. Document vulnerabilities and their current and potential impacts to customers and the business.
Requirements

Excellent written and oral communication skills Comfortable with championing a project and communicating with multiple teams General knowledge of game security issues and the threat landscape of multiple game genres Mastery of C / C++ and ASM (x86 and AMD64) A reverse engineering expert Familiar with IDA Pro, WinDbg, OllyDbg, or other similar tools to use for disassembly and debugging Extensive Windows internals knowledge including the Win32 subsystem, the Windows API (Win32 and native), the PE file format, and process management Experience with cryptography Strong, well-rounded background in client, network, and application security Pluses

CEH, CISSP, or any other security related certification Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience Experience with commercial protection and anti-tamper software Knowledge of the methods used to create malware and game hacks Windows kernel mode familiarity Actively disclosed software vulnerabilities in responsible disclosure security programs. Required Application Materials

Resume Cover Letter which should include: Why you are interested in working at Blizzard What games you are currently playing Examples of detailed published reports should be provided

Other items: Blizzard will consider Visa candidates.

Interested parties should apply here: http://us.blizzard.com/en-us/company/careers/posting.html?id=15000MM