Lead Security Architect

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Austin, TX, USA
Hybrid
Senior level
Gaming • Information Technology • Mobile • Software • Esports
2K develops and publishes interactive entertainment for video game consoles, personal computers, and mobile devices.
The Role
Lead security architecture for cloud and enterprise environments, focusing on AWS, Windows, Linux, and Kubernetes. Design and implement defensive controls, Cloud IAM, network security and policies, automate secure system administration, maintain documentation, lead reviews, and mentor security engineers to improve architecture and secure design practices.
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Who We Are

At 2K, we create some of the most iconic and culture-shaping video games in entertainment, including NBA® 2K, one of the top-selling franchises in the world, and legendary titles like BioShock®, Borderlands®, Mafia*,* Sid Meier’s Civilization®, and XCOM®, as well as fan favorites WWE® 2K*,* TopSpin®, and PGA TOUR® 2K*.* We build unforgettable experiences by pushing the boundaries of creativity, authenticity and innovation across every genre.

Our portfolio is brought to life by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Visual Concepts, Firaxis Games, Hangar 13, Cat Daddy Games, 31st Union, Cloud Chamber, Gearbox, HB Studios, and 2K SportsLab create world-class experiences across platforms.

But what truly powers 2K is our people.

We believe the best ideas come from teams that feel empowered, supported, and inspired. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace where people are encouraged to come as they are and do their best work.

What We Need

2K is looking for an experienced Lead Security Architect to grow our Security Engineering team.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience designing and operating medium to large enterprise environments, with a genuine interest in Cloud and Product Security. As a member of the Security Engineering team, you'll work closely with our Tech and Development departments, as well as many of their teams. You'll help them get the most out of our environments and look for opportunities to improve security, reliability, and efficiency across the enterprise. You'll also help shape technical direction for the team and mentor other security engineers as they grow.

Technical skills and experience matter, but so does the ability to collaborate. You'll work with leaders and engineers across the technology teams to understand their needs and build secure solutions together.

What You’ll Do
  • Design, architect, and implement defensive security controls for Amazon AWS, Microsoft Windows and container orchestration systems like Kubernetes.

  • Serve as the go-to resource on our public cloud environments, with a focus on Cloud IAM, Network Security, Network Policy, and orchestration technologies.

  • Maintain engineering and security documentation, and provide training and security awareness to employees.

  • Research and recommend automated approaches to system administration that improve both security and stability at scale.

  • Mentor other engineers on the Security Engineering team, helping raise the bar on architecture and secure design practices.

  • Lead architectural reviews and drive consensus on security design decisions across teams.

What Will Make You A Great Fit
  • Experience with Linux architectures and enterprise security design, and the ability to explain complex topics clearly to a technical audience.

  • Comfort with scripting and automation (e.g. PowerShell, Bash, Docker, Terraform, HashiCorp Stack, Kubernetes) and familiarity with Infrastructure as Code concepts.

  • Around 5 years of experience in an engineering-focused role at a medium to large enterprise, including experience mentoring or guiding other engineers.

  • Working knowledge of the Linux Platform as a Service and its challenges in a retail or product environment.

  • Working knowledge of modern zero trust architecture patterns and experience applying them in a production enterprise environment.

  • Experience in the technology or gaming industry is a plus.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform their essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us if you need reasonable accommodation.

Please note that 2K Games and its studios never uses instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews and when emailing, only use 2K.com accounts.

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Skills Required

  • Hands-on experience designing and operating medium to large enterprise environments
  • Experience in Cloud and Product Security
  • Design and implement defensive security controls for AWS, Microsoft Windows, and container orchestration systems
  • Expertise in Cloud IAM, Network Security, and Network Policy
  • Experience with Linux architectures and enterprise security design
  • Scripting and automation experience (PowerShell, Bash)
  • Experience with container tooling (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes)
  • Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code and tools such as Terraform and HashiCorp Stack
  • Approximately 5 years in an engineering-focused role, including mentoring or guiding other engineers
  • Working knowledge of Linux Platform as a Service and its challenges in a retail or product environment
  • Working knowledge and experience applying modern zero trust architecture patterns in production
  • Experience in the technology or gaming industry

What the Team is Saying

2K Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid holidays, generous vacation or discretionary time off, sick time, and both parental and compassionate leave are explicitly listed in recent role descriptions. A company‑wide end‑of‑year break further expands the time‑off offering.
  • Healthcare Strength Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is paired with mental‑health programs and family‑planning support through Maven. HSA/FSA options and basic life insurance are also highlighted.
  • Retirement Support Eligibility for a 401(k) plan alongside an Employee Stock Purchase Program is consistently called out. These elements strengthen long‑term savings and ownership opportunities.

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The Company
HQ: Novato, CA
4,200 Employees
Year Founded: 2005

What We Do

2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2K’s portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, and HB Studios. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan, building and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! 2K publishes titles in today’s most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment. Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of our growing library of critically-acclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K, 2K PGA, Battleborn, BioShock, Borderlands, The Quarry, The Darkness, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, WWE 2K, and XCOM. At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We encourage ALL applicants to explore our global positions, even if they don’t meet every requirement for the role. If you're interested in the job and think you have what it takes to work at 2K, we encourage you to apply!

Why Work With Us

We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We push ourselves creatively to do the best work of our careers. We’re direct, open, and you’ll probably meet some new best friends – along with their dogs – sitting nearby. In short, it’s kinda awesome.

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