SoC Security Architect, Platform Architecture

Austin,Texas,United States

Hardware

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Key Qualifications

• Solid background of applied cryptography

• Working experience in definition of secure systems

• Experience in threat modeling and weaknesses analysis

• Knowledge of SoC architecture, microprocessor architecture a plus

• Exposure to OS security

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Ability to independently pursue new ideas and innovations

• Good knowledge of Verilog/VHDL

• Experience in C/C++ and interpretive language such as Perl/Python

Description

As part of the Platform Architecture organization, the Security Architecture team has a mission to provide rock-solid security foundation to Apple’s products. We evaluate security threats, define security features, architect security solutions. We collaborate with the software teams to ensure seamless security systems. We work together with different silicon teams throughout the entire design flow to guarantee state-of-the-art security goes into various in-house and out-sourced silicon chips. This position will be a key role to help us fulfill our mission with the following core responsibilities: - Analysis of Hardware and Software attack vectors - Definition of Hardware and Software security related features - Architecture of security solutions in HW and SW - Development of evaluation plans for both HW and SW - Communication with multi-functional teams

Education & Experience

BS and a minimum of 20 years relevant industry experience.

Additional Requirements

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