SOC Functional Validation Engineer- Security at Intel

Job Details:

Job Description:

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled SoC Security Validation Engineer with a strong background in SoC architecture, OS Fundamental (Linux/Unix), CPU memory subsystems, and advanced security technologies.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in secure boot, trusted computing, confidential computing, and a deep understanding of security threat models and penetration testing methodologies. Proficiency in C, C++, and Python is required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute security validation activities for SoC platforms, focusing on secure boot, trusted execution environments (e.g., SGX, TDX), and confidential computing features.
• Develop and maintain security threat models for SoC and platform-level assets, identifying potential attack vectors and mitigation strategies.
• Design and implement penetration tests and negative testing scenarios to validate the robustness of security features.
• Validate integration and correct operation of security mechanisms such as cryptographic hardware, attestation protocols, memory encryption (e.g., MK-TME), and secure debug/boot flows.
• Collaborate with architecture, design, firmware, and validation teams to ensure security requirements are met throughout the product lifecycle.
• Analyze and review security-related hardware/firmware specifications and contribute to SDL processes.
• Develop automated test scripts and validation frameworks using C, C++, and Python.
• Document validation plans, test results, and provide clear communication of security risks and mitigations.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in SoC security validation or related roles.
• Strong understanding of SoC architecture, CPU memory subsystems, and platform security features.
• Hands-on experience with secure boot, trusted computing (e.g., TPM, DICE), and confidential computing technologies.
• Proficiency in security threat modelling and penetration testing techniques.
• Solid programming skills in C, C++, and Python.
• Familiarity with fuzzing, negative testing, and validation of security-critical flows.
• Experience with hardware/firmware security validation tools and methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Intel security technologies (e.g., SGX, TDX, Boot Guard).
• Knowledge of cryptographic standards and post-quantum security.
• Experience with SDL processes and security assurance in large-scale SoC projects.
• Familiarity with industry security certifications (e.g., FIPS, CMVP).

Job Type:

Intel Contract Employee:

Shift:

Shift 1 (India)

Primary Location:

India, Bangalore

Additional Locations:

Business group:

At the Data Center Group (DCG), we're committed to delivering exceptional products and delighting our customers. We offer both broad-market Xeon-based solutions and custom x86-based products, ensuring tailored innovation for diverse needs across general-purpose compute, web services, HPC, and AI-accelerated systems. Our charter encompasses defining business strategy and roadmaps, product management, developing ecosystems and business opportunities, delivering strong financial performance, and reinvigorating x86 leadership. Join us as we transform the data center segment through workload driven leadership products and close collaboration with our partners.

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.

Position of Trust

N/A

Work Model for this Role

This role will require an on-site presence. Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

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