Security Detection Engineer

Who We are

Take-Two Interactive is a leading developer, publisher, and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe. The Company develops and publishes products principally through Rockstar Games, 2K and Zynga. Our products are currently designed for console gaming systems, PC, and Mobile, including smartphones and tablets, and are delivered through physical retail, digital download, online platforms, and cloud streaming services. The Company’s common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO.

While our offices (physical and virtual) are casual and inviting, we are deeply committed to our core tenets of creativity, innovation and efficiency, and individual and team development opportunities. Our industry and business are continually evolving and fast-paced, providing numerous opportunities to learn and hone your skills. We work hard, but we also like to have fun, and believe that we provide a great place to come to work each day to pursue your passions.

The Challenge

We are looking for a Security Detection Engineer. The perfect hire will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining sophisticated detection solutions to protect against security threats. This candidate will work closely with the security operations and incident response teams to identify and mitigate threats while continuously improving detection capabilities. Your expertise will directly contribute to safeguarding Take-Two and its labels systems, networks, and data.

You will work with Take-Two's information security teams, reporting to the Director of Detection Engineering. In this role you will be a technical liaison to the SOC and other internal engineering teams.

What You’ll Take On

• Develop sophisticated threat detection mechanisms that can effectively identify and raise alerts for any adversarial or high-risk behaviors within Take-Two's systems.
• Develop, deploy, and maintain detection rules, policies, and configurations for SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) systems and other security tools.
• Continuous improvement and fine-tuning of detection systems to effectively adapt to new and emerging cyber threats. This involves staying abreast of the latest threat landscape and ensuring that the detection systems are agile and responsive to evolving security challenges.
• Participate in threat hunting activities to proactively identify vulnerabilities and potential attack vectors.
• Document and report findings, actions taken, and recommendations for improving security posture.
• Monitor and enhance critical detection systems to ensure their reliability and effectiveness in delivering robust detection capabilities. This involves proactive maintenance and optimization to uphold the integrity and performance of these systems.
• Collaborate with partner teams such as the SOC and Threat Intel to establish and maintain meaningful security alerts by making sure they are relevant, actionable, and aligned with the overall security strategy.
• Develop tools, systems, and programs to enhance and fortify Take-Two’s overall security posture. This includes contributing to the creation of innovative solutions to bolster Take-Two's defenses.
• Remain informed about the latest security trends, emerging threats, and evolving technologies to ensure that Take-Two is well-prepared to adapt to security challenges. This includes continuous learning and keeping on top of industry developments to advise Take-Two's of their security strategy.

What You Bring

Great to Have

What We Offer You

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (“T2”) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, which means we are committed to creating and celebrating diverse thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds throughout our organization.  Employment at T2 is based on substantive ability, objective qualifications, and work ethic – not an individual’s race, creed, color, religion, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence or sex offenses, reproductive health decision, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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