Senior Security Engineer

Larian Studios; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development company is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to enhance security measures, implement security controls, and conduct vulnerability assessments. This full-time, on-site role is focused on maintaining high-security standards in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of IT security experience and strong knowledge of security frameworks.

Benefits

International team environment

Open collaborative workspace

Inclusive activities organized by studios

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in IT security roles.
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability assessments.
• Solid knowledge of security frameworks and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Deploy security tools to detect and resolve issues.
• Run security monitoring and vulnerability assessments.

Skills

Vulnerability assessments

Penetration testing

Security frameworks

Communication skills in English

Tools

SIEM

IDS/IPS

Endpoint protection

Job description

Overview

With multiple awards to our name, Larian Studios has proven that we’re dedicated to delivering high-quality role-playing games. As we move on to new projects, the studio that brought you Baldur’s Gate 3 & Divinity: Original Sin 2 is looking for an Senior Security Engineer to implement security controls, investigate threats, and ensure best practices are followed across Larian.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and mitigate vulnerabilities in infrastructure components and applications
• Deploy and operate security tools to detect and resolve issues across a wide range of systems
• Run security monitoring, vulnerability assessments, and forensic log analysis to proactively detect incidents and threats
• Perform technical security audits and produce actionable recommendations
• Design and implement security baselines for operating systems
• Ensure incident handling and reporting procedures are followed
• Educate and train staff on IT security best practices
• Investigate and utilize new technologies, tools, and techniques to enhance security capabilities
• Maintain up-to-date security documentation and best practices
• Participate in change management workflows to ensure secure implementation

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in IT security roles
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
• Proven ability to implement proper system security controls, metrics, and performance indicators
• Solid knowledge of security frameworks and industry best practices
• Experience with enterprise security tools (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection)
• Strong understanding of operating system security (Windows, Linux)
• Excellent communication skills in English
• This is a full-time, on-site role, requiring your presence in the office to support collaboration

Nice to have

• Experience securing multi-site or international environments
• Cloud security experience
• Scripting skills for security automation (Python, Bash, PowerShell, etc.)
• Gaming industry experience

What we offer

• An international team of over 500 employees spread across 7 studios around the world, each of which have their own unique qualities, and maintain a small-studio feel
• An open, collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged
• A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields
• Sharing hobbies and passions with like-minded colleagues
• Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees
• Commitment to making the best game possible for the fans, including listening to community feedback