The Integrity, Investigations, Intelligence and Events (i3E) teams at Meta focus on protecting users from various threats such as criminal organizations and scams. The role of Security Engineer Investigator involves investigating sophisticated threat actors and automating investigative processes. Candidates will work on high-visibility risks and will need to demonstrate strong investigative and engineering skills. This position requires handling sensitive content and utilizing innovative approaches to enhance user safety.

• 8+ years of experience in cyber security, private sector security investigations, intelligence, or related fields
• Experience working with Python, PHP or similar scripting languages
• Proven experience conducting large scale data analysis and utilizing big data tools such as Maltego, Palantir, Tableau, etc.
• Track record of effective communication and presenting technical findings
• Experience prioritizing and executing with minimal direction or oversight
• Experience working within a fast-paced environment where priorities shift and change
• A combination of investigative skills and engineering skills
• Experience working with a team spanning multiple locations/time zones
• BS/MS or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Information Systems, Intelligence Studies, Cybersecurity or related field

• Proactively hunt for threats and undetected abuse by leveraging internal data, open-source intelligence, and third party private intelligence
• Investigate complex cases to understand how abuse is occurring and implement enforcement strategies to mitigate and/or detect harm
• Identify areas to automate investigative tooling and tradecraft
• Analyze and interpret large datasets to advance investigations, quantify trends or support findings
• Implement effective strategies to prevent and disrupt abuse at scale
• Address sensitive content issues, including graphic images, videos and writings, offensive or derogatory language, and other objectionable material

• Employees at Meta are often offered comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision coverage, mental-health resources, family planning support (fertility, adoption, surrogacy), and caregiving programs. Financial benefits typically include a competitive retirement plan, equity awards, life insurance, and access to financial coaching and legal support. Time-off benefits commonly feature generous PTO and holidays, unlimited sick time, various paid leaves, flexible “Global Travel Days,” and a 30-day paid break every five years.