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Security Lead, L4E

NVIDIA · Santa Clara, California, US
full-timestaff (12-20 yrs)Posted 32d ago
Security EngineeringIC4IC + ManagementOn-site
StackCC++PythonSecure BootKey ManagementTrusted Execution Environments (TEE)ARM SoC SecurityFirmware SecurityBootloader SecurityRTOSLinux KernelThreat ModelingSASTDASTVulnerability AssessmentPenetration TestingISO/IEC 27001ISO 21434IEC 62443Silicon Root-of-TrustSecure ManufacturingKey InjectionContainer ScanningDependency ScanningCoordinated Vulnerability Disclosure (CVD)

Summary

Senior product security lead role at NVIDIA focused on end-to-end security strategy, architecture, and execution for Tegra SoC product lines spanning mobile, embedded, automotive, and edge-AI domains.

About the role

NVIDIA is seeking a Product Security Lead to develop and lead the security strategy, architecture, and execution for our Tegra system‑on‑chip (SoC) product line. You will help ensure Tegra‑powered mobile, embedded, automotive, and edge‑AI devices with high‑performance, low‑power GPUs and CPUs are built to be secure, resilient in the field, and trusted by customers.

What you'll be doing:

  • Lead the end-to-end security process and strategy with engineering development teams for Tegra SoCs products from architecture to post-release support. Embed security‑by‑design within Tegra hardware, firmware, boot, and software stacks, ensuring security requirements are defined and met at each lifecycle stage.

  • Perform security assessments, threat and vulnerability analysis, security white papers for the supported products. Partner with silicon, manufacturing, and platform security engineering to conceptualize and validate hardware security features.

  • Triage, review, and prioritize security findings. Provide hands-on security engineering expertise across various technology platforms. Assess risk, craft fixes, and implement them with our dev and QA staff.

  • Serve as the primary product security point of contact for various Tegra products with internal collaborators (engineering, program management, legal, customer support) and select strategic customers.

What we need to see:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Information Security, or a related field.

  • 12+ years of proven experience in security engineering. At least 3 years focused on product or platform security for sophisticated systems like SoCs, embedded/RTOS, automotive, or edge devices.

  • Strong understanding of hardware and firmware security concepts: secure boot, key management, trusted execution, debug and test‑interface security, and silicon root‑of‑trust.

  • Proficiency in one or more relevant languages, such as C/C++ or Python, is required. Familiarity with embedded or low-level software like firmware, bootloaders, drivers, or RTOS/Linux kernel is also needed.

  • This role extends across multiple teams and requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Consistent record to influence and lead various teams would be key to success!

Ways to stand out in the crowd:

  • Hands‑on experience integrating security into the software development lifecycle, including threat modeling, code reviews, SAST/DAST, and dependency or container scanning.

  • Background in secure manufacturing and provisioning flows (ATE security, key injection, secure supply chain).

  • Experience securing ARM‑based SoCs or GPU/CPU platforms in mobile, automotive, robotics, or edge‑AI domains. Prior work with Tegra, Jetson, or similar NVIDIA embedded platforms is a plus!

  • Knowledge of relevant security standards and frameworks (for example, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 21434, IEC 62443, or similar, depending on domain).

  • Experience with coordinated vulnerability disclosure programs and working with external researchers.

Widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your family www.nvidiabenefits.com/

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 224,000 USD - 356,500 USD.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until February 3, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. 

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

What you'll do

1Lead end-to-end security process and strategy for Tegra SoCs from architecture through post-release support
2Embed security-by-design within Tegra hardware, firmware, boot, and software stacks across all lifecycle stages
3Perform security assessments, threat and vulnerability analysis, and author security white papers
4Partner with silicon, manufacturing, and platform security engineering to conceptualize and validate hardware security features
5Triage, review, and prioritize security findings; assess risk, craft fixes, and implement with dev and QA teams
6Serve as primary product security point of contact for internal stakeholders and select strategic customers

Requirements

12+ years of security engineering experience with at least 3 years focused on product/platform security for SoCs, embedded systems, automotive, or edge devices
Deep expertise in hardware and firmware security concepts including secure boot, key management, trusted execution, and silicon root-of-trust
Proficiency in C/C++ or Python with familiarity in embedded/low-level software such as firmware, bootloaders, drivers, or RTOS/Linux kernel
Ability to perform security assessments, threat modeling, and vulnerability analysis across complex multi-team hardware/software stacks
Strong cross-functional communication and leadership skills to serve as the primary security point of contact for internal teams and strategic customers

Nice to have

Tegra
Jetson
ARM TrustZone
Secure Manufacturing (ATE)
Supply Chain Security
GPU/CPU Platform Security
Automotive Security (ISO 21434)
Robotics Security
Edge AI Security
Vulnerability Disclosure Program Management

Role overview

Role family
Security Engineering
Level
IC4 — security
Experience
12–20 years
Type
Hybrid (IC + Management)
Remote policy
On-site
Visa sponsorship
Not offered

Tech stack analysis

LANGUAGES
CC++Python
FRAMEWORKS
RTOSLinux Kernel
INFRASTRUCTURE
ARM SoCTegraJetsonEmbedded Systems
TOOLS
SAST ToolingDAST ToolingContainer ScanningDependency ScanningATE Security Tools

Green flags

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Benefits breakdown

HEALTH & WELLNESS
Comprehensive health benefits package (details at nvidiabenefits.com)

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Hiring insights

JD quality
9/10
Urgency
medium
Autonomy
high
Team size
large (15+)

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Red flags

PRO3 items
Requirement of 12+ years of experience combined with highly specialized SoC/embedded security background creates a very narrow candidate pool, potentially signaling a difficult hire or very high bar.requirements

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Interview insights

PRO
Rounds
5
Duration
4 wks
Difficulty
very hard
Take-home
No

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Career path

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About the company

NVIDIA is the world's leading designer of GPUs and AI computing platforms. Its chips power everything from gaming and data centers to autonomous vehicles and scientific research. With a market cap exceeding $2 trillion, NVIDIA's CUDA platform and AI accelerators have become the backbone of the global AI revolution.

HQSanta Clara, CA, USA
Interview difficultyvery hard
Build vs Maintainboth
Cross-functionalYes