Intel Product Assurance and Security (IPAS) is responsible for implementing and operationalizing proactive security and risk-prioritized measures for all of Intel's products. The IPAS team is also chartered with understanding the next generation of security threats and technologies, while providing and guiding future research and architecture to secure Intel's platforms across multiple technology domains.

As a senior individual contributor who will lead and work with highly matrixed, cross organization teams that are directly tied to the architecture, development, implementation or upgrade of technology or products for external customers, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of Intel's foundational security technologies and associated domains, and the delivery of Intel's security vision.

This position reports to the leader of the Security Assurance and Architecture group and is part of a small team of highly experienced, multidisciplinary, individual contributors with a proven track record of taking on complex challenges, while working across organizations to drive tangible change. You will architect to provide technical innovations and solutions in one or more domains in power management, DFx, Debug technologies, power delivery, cache, memory, and computer architecture, in the context of identified security vulnerabilities and hardening of security postures.

The scope of architectural innovation and initiatives would span the entire stack including firmware, drivers, frameworks, protocols, algorithms, security IP and hardware technologies, as well as applications and validation direction.
You will also be responsible for pathfinding and providing technical direction related to hardware development and will interact with technologists across Intel and within the industry to evaluate feasibility of requirements and determine priorities for development.

What we offer: 

• We give you opportunities to transform technology and create a better future, by delivering products that touch the lives of every person on earth. 

• As a global leader in innovation and new technology, we foster a collaborative, supportive, and exciting environment where the brightest minds in the world come together to achieve exceptional results. 

• We offer a competitive salary and financial benefits such as bonuses, life and disability insurance, opportunities to buy Intel stock at a discounted rate, and Intel stock awards (eligibility at the discretion of Intel Corporation). 

• We provide benefits that promote a healthy, enjoyable life: excellent medical plans, wellness programs, and amenities, time off, recreational activities, discounts on various products and services, and much more creative perks that make Intel a Great Place to Work! 

We're constantly working on making a more connected and intelligent future, and we need your help. Change tomorrow. Start today.
 

Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

Minimum Qualifications:

• MS/PhD in CS, EE or similar degree with 7+ years' experience in product development, architecture, customer engineering or high-level program leadership roles.

• Knowledge of one or more programming and/or scripting languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB, C/C++, C#, PERL, SQL, Python, R, Verilog) and the willingness to plan, design, write, and debug code to solve business problems and prove architectural algorithms and flows.

• In-depth knowledge of one or more of the following domains in CPU core architecture, Memory interface, microcode/pcode, BIOS, CSME, PCH, graphics, Uncore, IO fabrics.

• Advanced understanding of the technical concepts associated with the full range of products, architectures, systems, development methods, customer and ecosystem enabling.

• Understanding of cross domain architectural features such as power management, DFx, Debug technologies, power delivery, cache and memory technologies, and computer architecture.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of domain-relevant security technologies (e.g., TEE, cloud security, containers, SE, TPM, OS security, secure boot) and the application for the architecture, development, and validation of more robust and secure solutions.

• Apply threat modeling processes and tools to assess the security of an architecture or product under design.

• Understanding of hacking techniques (e.g., side channel threats) and willing to architect and design software and hardware-based solutions to address security vulnerabilities.

• Knowledge of anti-exploitation techniques and willing to utilize existing mitigations or architect similar mitigations on platforms that require them.

Inside this Business Group

Enable amazing computing experiences with Intel Software continues to shape the way people think about computing – across CPU, GPU, and FPGA architectures. Get your hands on new technology and collaborate with some of the smartest people in the business. Our developers and software engineers work in all software layers, across multiple operating systems and platforms to enable cutting-edge solutions. Ready to solve some of the most complex software challenges? Explore an impactful and innovative career in Software.

Other Locations

US, California, Folsom;US, California, Irvine;US, California, San Jose;US, California, Santa Clara;US, Massachusetts, Hudson;US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Intel strongly encourages employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Intel aligns to federal, state, and local laws and as a contractor to the U.S. Government is subject to government mandates that may be issued. Intel policies for COVID-19 including guidance about testing and vaccination are subject to change over time.

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Work Model for this Role

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site.