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# Technical Leader- Platform Security

- **Company:** Cisco Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Milpitas, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $186,900.0 - $267,700.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Linux, Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS), Firmware, Python (Programming Language), Open Source Technology, Public Key Infrastructure, X.509, Software Deployment, Software Systems, Extensible Firmware Interface, Cloud Platform System, U-Boot
- **Published:** October 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/18679881/Technical-Leader-Platform-Security-California-Milpitas

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree with 8 years of related experience, or Master's degree with 6 years of related experience, or PhD with 3 years of related experience.
 * Minimum 5 years of experience in C/C++ and Python/shell, with demonstrated ability to debug across firmware, Linux, and hardware layers.
 * Minimum 8 years of experience in platform, firmware, or system security.
 * Minimum 5 years of specific expertise in UEFI Secure Boot, Linux boot/kernel architectures, and hardware Root of Trust (TPM or equivalent).
 * 8 years of strong Linux system expertise, covering boot processes, kernels, drivers, and firmware interfaces within SONiC or similar networking operating systems., * Experience with OpenBMC, Caliptra/DICE, or PKI/X.509 standards.
 * Proficiency in kernel/module signing and working with NPU platforms.
 * Familiarity with FIPS/Common Criteria compliance or relevant open-source security contributions.

## Description

As a Technical Leader, you will serve as the primary authority on platform security, steering the architecture, development, and integration of robust security solutions. You will work across the full stack-from hardware and firmware to Linux and networking operating systems like SONiC-to establish a secure chain of trust. Your leadership will define how we protect our platforms throughout their entire lifecycle, ensuring integrity from manufacturing through production deployment., * Define comprehensive platform security strategies, including Root of Trust, Secure/Measured Boot, attestation, firmware integrity, and key lifecycle management.

 * Drive the implementation of UEFI Secure Boot (PK, KEK, db, dbx), including enrollment, rotation, revocation, and debug processes.
 * Integrate security protocols into Linux and SONiC environments, focusing on ONIE, kernel integrity, driver security, and firmware update mechanisms.
 * Define and manage manufacturing and field provisioning of keys and certificates to ensure platform identity.
 * Conduct thorough platform threat modeling, lead security reviews, and provide mentorship to engineering teams across hardware, firmware, and software domains.