Senior Game Application Security Analyst

Sony Interactive Entertainment, the company behind the PlayStation brand, is seeking a Senior Game Application Security Analyst to join its Game Security Team. The role focuses on investigating cheaters using game data and telemetry, producing evidence-based reports, and collaborating with engineers and data scientists to improve cheat detections and protect fair gameplay.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth investigations using game data and telemetry focused on identifying cheaters
• Prepare clear, detailed investigation reports where findings and recommendations are supported by specific data and evidence
• Work with the team to prioritize, validate, and tune cheat detections
• Collaborate as a valued team member, contributing to and supporting our collective pursuit of shared objectives

Requirements:

• Solid track record as a tech-savvy investigator, adept in uncovering information, tackling complex problems, and conducting thorough monitoring of adversaries
• Possess the versatility to effectively collaborate within a team setting and the initiative to autonomously drive projects to completion with minimal supervision
• Proven ability to craft and present conclusive, data-driven reports that drive action and targeted outcomes
• Proficient with querying relational databases (e.g., SQL), big data service (e.g., Redshift, Omni, Snowflake or Big Query)
• Familiarity with the AAA Games Cheating/Security landscape, and a passion for protecting player experiences
• Game security, anti-cheat, or similar investigative experience
• Utilizing data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Omni) to interpret and present data insights
• Additional language proficiency (e.g., Chinese, Korean, Russian, Japanese, Spanish)