Hardware Security Architect – Staff

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In short

Qualcomm is looking for a Staff Hardware Security Architect in Chennai, India, to design and architect the security of Snapdragon processors. This role involves system-level security across hardware and software, interacting with various teams and customers to ensure industry-leading security solutions for diverse devices.

Responsibilities

Establish system security requirements (hardware and software) for Server SoC focusing on functionality, performance, and security levels.
Specify and review the architecture and implementation of System/SoC level security mechanisms.
Conduct platform security threat analysis.
Perform competitive analysis of security systems and features.
Explore future and roadmap server security-related technologies.
Serve as the technical interface to product management and standards teams.

Requirements

10+ years industry experience in SoC Security encompassing both architecture and design.
5+ years industry experience in Compute and/or Data Centre SoC Architecture.
Demonstrated expertise in Security Technologies (Root of Trust, TEE, Access Control, I/O Security).
Proficient in Confidential Compute Architecture (RME, TDX, SEV-SNP, TDISP).
Strong understanding of Security Software Architecture for Compute and Data Centers, with a focus on Secure Boot.
Skilled in HW/SW threat analysis.
Strong capabilities in creating and presenting architecture-level documentation.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
OR Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
OR PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.

Desired Qualifications

Proficient in isolation-related extensions, including TrustZone, Virtualization, and RME.
Extensive knowledge of Server Platform security architecture covering lifecycle/debug management, provisioning, attestation/measurement.
Expertise in Applied Cryptography and Protocols.
Knowledgeable about Security Certification Processes and Requirements (such as OCP).
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Leadership and management experience at the project level.

Benefits

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process for individuals with disabilities.
Qualcomm is committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.

Skills

SoC SecurityConfidential Compute ArchitectureSecurity Software ArchitectureSecure BootHW/SW threat analysisTrustZoneVirtualizationApplied CryptographyArm Architecture

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