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Apple

Software Engineering Manager, Security

3 weeks ago• Cupertino, CA
Viewed on February 1, 2026
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Working at Apple means doing more than you ever thought possible and having more impact than you ever imagined.

• Size: 10000+ employees
• Industry: Technology, Information Technology, Software, Consumer Goods & Services

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Embedded within Apple's Security Engineering & Architecture organization, the Data Protection team's mission is to keep our customer's on-device content secure even when lost, stolen, or confiscated. We are seeking an experienced security engineering manager to lead this team of talented engineers responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining Data Protection technologies while balancing security, performance, and usability.

These technologies comprise content encryption at rest, passcode security, software attestation, key management, boot security, and more. They span from system-on-a-chip and accessory hardware through Secure Enclave, kernel, and userland software. The team works closely with other engineering teams across Apple to ensure seamless integration of Data Protection into all of our products: Mac, i Phone, i Pad, Apple Watch, Apple TV, Vision Pro.

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As the leader of this team, you will push Data Protection technologies to the next level. You will:

Work with cross-functional teams across Silicon Engineering, Software Engineering, and Product Management, to define and implement security solutions that balance competing factors such as ease of use, performance, and of course security.

Collaborate with our Silicon Engineering group on new hardware and products.

Create practices that set new benchmarks in software assurance.

Transform the developer experience to ensure the application of the highest content protection possible.

Anticipate and stay ahead of evolving threats and vulnerabilities.

Build robust recovery mechanisms that safeguard customer data.

Encourage and guide your team members to reach their full potential in impact, influence, and long-term career success.

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong understanding of operating systems internals, and experience with systems programming

Strong understanding of applied cryptography, access control, and other security mechanisms

Programming background, in C, C++, Objective-C, and/or Swift

An understanding of past, current, and emerging security exploit trends

Minimum Qualifications:

5+ years leading security/software teams

Excellent skills for coaching team members and fostering partnerships across organizational boundaries

Track record of shipping pragmatic security technologies in customer-facing services or products

Highly professional attitude, with the ability to deliver solid work on tight schedules with a high bar for quality

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant .

Client-provided location(s): Cupertino, CAJob ID: apple-200589802-0836_rxr-660Employment Type: OTHERPosted: 2026-01-07T19:12:51Apply on company site

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