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Epic Games

Senior Game Security Engineer

Cary, NC · On-site

$116K - $160K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

What You'll Do Epic Games is looking for a Senior Security Engineer focused on Game Security to develop and improve anti-cheat capabilities within our games. Your efforts will be critical to the ...

Appdome, Inc

$220 - $270/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... anti-cheat, anti-bot implementations, configuration as code ease, Threat-EventsTM threat-aware UI/UX control, ThreatScopeTM Mobile XDR, and Certified SecureTM DevSecOps Certification in one ...

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Komodo Co., Ltd.

Senior Gameplay Networking Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site +1

$116K - $159K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Knowledge of network security and anti-cheat considerations * Experience mentoring engineers and contributing to engineering standards Tools / Tech Stack * Unreal Engine (C++, Blueprints) * Git or ...

PlayStation Global

Manager, Software Engineering

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$201K - $302K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience or knowledge of anti-cheat and/or anti-tamper concepts and products * Experience with codesigning and certificate verification workflows * Experience or knowledge with data integrity ...

Komodo Co., Ltd.

Senior Gameplay Networking Engineer

Bellevue, WA · Remote

$106K - $145K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Knowledge of network security and anti-cheat considerations * Experience mentoring engineers and contributing to engineering standards Tools / Tech Stack * Unreal Engine (C++, Blueprints) * Git or ...

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How much do anti cheat jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for anti cheat in the United States is $88,789.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,500.00 and $100,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the anti cheat position?

To thrive as an Anti Cheat specialist, you need a strong background in computer science or cybersecurity, analytical skills, and experience with game mechanics and online systems. Familiarity with industry-standard anti-cheat tools, packet sniffers, intrusion detection systems, and scripting languages (such as Python or C++) is highly valued. Collaboration, problem-solving, and persistent attention to detail are standout soft skills for this role. These capabilities enable Anti Cheat professionals to effectively detect, investigate, and prevent cheating, preserving the integrity of the gaming environment.

What is an anti cheat?

An Anti-Cheat job involves developing and maintaining systems that detect and prevent cheating in online games. This includes creating detection algorithms, analyzing player behavior, and implementing security measures to protect game integrity. Anti-cheat engineers or specialists work closely with game developers to ensure fair gameplay while minimizing false positives. Their role also involves staying updated on emerging cheat methods and finding ways to counter them effectively.

What are some common challenges faced by anti cheat specialists and how are they addressed on the job?

Anti Cheat specialists often contend with rapidly evolving cheating tactics and must stay vigilant to new exploit methods that emerge in online games. Addressing these challenges involves ongoing analysis of player behavior, reverse engineering cheat software, and deploying regular updates to the anti-cheat system. Collaboration with developers, security experts, and the player community is essential to quickly address vulnerabilities and maintain a fair gaming environment. Adaptability and continuous learning are key, as the landscape is always changing and requires a proactive approach to both prevention and response.

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Infographic showing various Anti Cheat job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $88,789 per year, or $42.7 per hour.

Senior Game Security Engineer

Epic Games

Cary, NC • On-site

$116K - $160K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

WHAT MAKES US EPIC?
At the core of Epic's success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it's building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we're always innovating.
Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We're constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.
ECOSEC
What We Do
Our ECOSEC team provides a safer experience for Epic's users. We work across multiple products and services to improve technology and craft transparent policies so our players and users can have positive experiences on our platforms.
What You'll Do
Epic Games is looking for a Senior Security Engineer focused on Game Security to develop and improve anti-cheat capabilities within our games. Your efforts will be critical to the success of Fortnite and the many creators who depend on it. The ideal candidate would have prior experience in developing gameplay features and backend services. We are particularly interested in those that have prior experience working with Unreal Engine. Your primary focus will be on the dedicated server and backend code, but you will partner closely with teams writing client code as well as game teams, ensuring that the underlying systems that are built are full-featured, resilient, and secure. This is an incredible opportunity to create a safe environment for millions of players and advance industry best practices.
In this role, you will
  • Design and build new backend services or features that power Fortnite anti-cheat or related security capabilities, as well as implementing corresponding game code
  • Read, debug, and write code for Fortnite in C++ and associated backend services in Go
  • Proactively seek out vulnerable components in the Fortnite game client or backend, then clearly communicate the problem and recommended solution, implementing it as well if appropriate Influence others to maintain a security oriented mindset
  • Debug, modify, and optimize existing security systems for both the Fortnite game client and backend components
  • Ensure Fortnite is operating well for players and that our services are resilient at scale. Assist in diagnosing and resolving Live issues
What we're looking for
  • BSc in Computer Science/Software Engineering or related subject - candidates without a degree are welcome as long as they have proven extensive hands-on experience
  • Excellent knowledge and debugging skills in the C++ programming language
  • Fluency in Go, Java, C#, or similar programming language
  • Self-starter, you approach challenges creatively and methodically, seeing them through to final resolution
  • Ability to code and architect system frameworks, new APIs, and tools. Versed in software programming principles
  • Understanding of online multiplayer video game architectures
  • Technical understanding of the structure and technology stacks of online service backends
  • User-focused, passionate, solutions-focused, and innovative. These traits equal success at Epic and influence everything we do
EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE
Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.
ABOUT US
Epic Games is a leading interactive entertainment company. For over 30 years we've been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.
Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!
Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.
Note to Recruitment Agencies: Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found here.

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